Harald Hardrada - Old Norse Song (HD Remake) | The Skaldic Bard

[@SkaldBard]

Again by popular demand, here’s the remake of my song Harald Hardrada, composed and performed by me, based on Snorri Sturluson's Saga of Harald Hardrada. Harald Hardrada (lit. Harald the Harsh-Ruler - there are many interpretations/possible translations of this name, but I think Harsh-Ruler is probably the best) was, essentially, an absolute chad. Of all the Norwegian kings and heroes from the sagas, he’s probably my favourite. He achieved and did more in his 50-year life than most people could only dream of doing in several lifetimes. For the purposes of the song, I’ve picked out some of the highlights of his life as told in the saga. He fought with his half-brother St Olaf II at Stiklestad aged only 15, went east to Kievan Rus and Constantinople not long afterwards and quickly became the chief of the Varangian Guard for the Emperor. In this role, he fought many wars (too many to include in one song), but his mightiest achievements in this role were probably against the Bulgarian uprisings (which is how he gained the name “Bulgar Burner” - how friendly!). He fought the Saracens in the Middle East and Africa, visited all the Holy Sites in Palestine, became the King of Norway and beat back the Danes and Swedes, all the while composing some wonderful Skaldic poetry. Then, if all that wasn’t enough, he tried his hand at invading England with Harold Godwinson’s treacherous brother, Tostig. This appears to have been a step too far, as he was killed early in the battle by an arrow to the windpipe. My intention is exclusively to teach history and languages through song. I do not condone, endorse or seek to glorify violence. Lyrics in description. Thanks for the support, as always.

[@felipeschmoellerSCJ]

Aeeeeeee, you're the best!! Hail the skaldic bard, mikli musician of youtube (sorry, i know its bad) God bless you!

[@SkaldBard]

​@@felipeschmoellerSCJ Haha, made me chuckle!

[@iberius9937]

What an utterly badass character.

[@Mr-__-Sy]

@@SkaldBard I just realized that I only know of two trios of kings that died in a rapid succession while changing the history of mankind forever, they are these 3 from the saga of 1066 and the ones in the battle of the 3 kings

[@haroldgōdwinessunu]

Can you do Ved Stanford Brua in Old Norse?

[@Beorneofmercia449]

I'm a simple gentlman i see a skaldic bard song then listen to it 1000 times during the week, can't wait for the english varangians remake😁👏

[@Bakarost]

Samee

[@kubikkuratko188]

Me too!

[@sameoldstuff]

NIWEEEE ENGLALAAAAAAND! ÞIS FREMDE SAAAAND!

[@JustinMiller-mt2fp]

perhaps a new song in both Crimean gothic and old English. About the English and goths meeting each other 🤔

[@orangeanarchy235]

Is Crimean Gothic even well enough attested for that to be possible?

[@Syberian_kapibara]

indispensable supplier of soundtracks for ck3

[@CEBANKURSAHOO]

Constantinople wouldn't have fallen if mehmud attacked during Harald Hardrada.

[@本間新一-r9r]

600年ぐらい時代が違うからそれは無理では(笑)

[@Rayannaveed395]

Giovanni was just as good if not better.

[@Gtr4Peace]

Mehmud Oz?

[@totalwartitan5118]

The remaster I've been waiting for ever since you started them. I'd love to hear a remaster of your St. Olaf song.

[@toyfoxy-rq4ee]

Last month,i got new,earphones,this is the first song ever that i used them.🎧😍

[@Husro_History_962]

BRO i've wanted this for like 5 months bro god bless your family man you always making my day

[@Saulus_Procuse]

Me scrolling reels : Gets notification of skaldic bards new song me immediately : Lesgoo new banger!

[@matearas7787]

I love old norse music, respect from Croatia.

[@LucasPappasRTO0]

Once again petitioning for a Haraldr Hárfagri HD Remake 🙏🏻 Would be glorious to see. Really fond of that sont in particular, not only because of it's fascinating story (and my appreciation for my beloved Norway's history) but also because it was the very song which introduced me to you.

[@witcher788]

Прекрасное исполнение! Чувствуется мощь и власть викингов. Приятно слышать такие песни.

[@jorgejohnson875]

These remasters are incredible, it's like listening to a brand new song every time. This man cooked.

[@agalnamedgio]

YEEEEEEEEEEEEEES!!! Probably my favourite of Bard's compositions and it somehow got even better 😭😭😭😭

[@AAQULIS]

This new string sound and voice just made this song feel much more alive!

[@ichbinimmeramtanzeln]

Wow, such a beautiful song, incredible 🥹🥹

[@magnushutchison4920]

Just amazing as always!! Im loving these remasters. My father told me when Harald landed in Shetland to gather men to invade England he was after a tall Shetlander from the isle of Unst. This mans wife wasn’t pleased with Harald wanting her husband to fight alongside him and told Harald if he did so he would die. We all know what happened in 1066 so she was right 😯 The tall man from Unst apparently did return home, I’m sure his wife said i did say he would die 🤣

[@XristosArgyropoulos]

This is so much better than the original, thanks a lot

[@henrykkeszenowicz4664]

After listening to this song, I realized that this is the most epic Viking song on the internet.

[@CONSTANTINEXI63]

Congrats chap, you have perfected perfection

[@uberfeel]

Bro lived a one hell of a adventurous life Related to a famous and legendary saint, Killed a byzantine king to restore power and profited from that same empire while being a mercenary, Became one of the richest men in scandinavia, Restored his families clan in his country, Battled with England's last anglo saxon king, Travelled in the same places where God once walked.

[@Thor-Orion]

I hate how Assassins Creed has become shit, there could be such a sick game set in the Byzantine Emperor based around the Varangians, just like there SHOULD be a game about the Sicarii, but you would have to meet Jesus in that game, which is why Ubisoft would never make it. That’s a game I have on the back burner, (the game based on the Sicarii) because I’m primarily focused on my game built upon European folklore, mythology and history called Fae, but once this game is done, Sicarii is next up. Harald Hadrada’s life is so off the walls, he’s like “the world’s most interesting man” of the Middle Ages.

[@uberfeel]

@@Thor-Orion I will check it out

[@bjukto4129]

You see the bigger picture.

[@lukefriesenhahn8186]

This song (seemingly as always) sounds epic! Thanks Skald!

[@FlaviusBelisarius500]

After having heard harold remake i have to say these two are the best song i have ever heard. Heill Skald

[@Casus-Belli]

Discovered your channel 2 or 3 days ago and I just can't stop listening to this song ! Great job overall, keep it going !

[@jamesbatesibusquets7617]

I saw this video suggested, realized it was Skaldic Bard, and clicked.

[@Polish_Orthodox_Knight]

Literally same here

[@petrouvelteau7564]

I'm just glad scientists finally discovered how to administer testosterone shots through music. I can feel my chest hair growing already.

[@ultrablue7018]

Wow Bravo, pretty much sounds like a native icelander, sang this. Amazed at your dedication and love how you keep the language alive ( yes yes technically different language but to us its essential the same)

[@SkaldBard]

High praise, many thanks :-) great to have you here!

[@danhubert-hx4ss]

Scaldic delivers goose bumps as per usual.

[@klausdalang4936]

Awesome remake as always. Immediately clicked once I saw it

[@fotppd1475]

Hardrada's name should be a battle cry of its own, for the Varangians to use.

[@Ianiosos]

Another nice remake, this time the great song about Harald Hardrada. Very nice!

[@Hu55ar]

I kid you not when I tell you that I squeled like a fangirl when I saw this in my notifications. This is my favorite song you have made, mostly because Harald Haldrada is just one badass figure from history. I'm guessing you are going to be going through a lot of your old songs and remastering them. I would love to hear some of your old work with this quality, plus, I'm sure it is easier than composing completely new songs lol. Cheers!

[@SkaldBard]

Haha, awesome. Yeah, I like some of my older stuff but the sound quality is pretty poor, so I'm picking some of the more popular ones to redo. I'm working on a big project at the moment but will get back to making new stuff soon :-)

[@tmachraf]

Since you started making remakes i was waiting for this one. Amazing work my friend

[@jesm_slovjanin]

Обожаю ваши песни, благодарю!

[@grandmarshallsteve]

How is it every time I think of a song I'd like to see remade you remake it? Awesome work man, Harald Hardrada was probably the most badass man in all of history. Hoping to see songs for Edward the Elder, Æthelstan, and maybe even King Baldwin in the future!

[@tarrantshatterstar3666]

Definitely King Baldwin of Jerusalem!

[@SkaldBard]

Got plans for Baldwin at the very least!

[@Der_Klobürsterich]

Wow! i got goosebumps all over my arms! Thx brother!

[@kristiangg4263]

BRO THAT SONG IS FIRE AND BULGARIA IS MENTIONED LETS GOOOOOOO!!!!!!! You really have a talant mate its a gift from God and you use it very wisely! Half of my playlists on spotifyare your musik hahaha. anyway bulgarias history is very rich i can give you ideas if you ever decide to make a song about my country! (btw you are the reason i know old norse haha)

[@SkaldBard]

Hah thank you, my friend! I have a song in the works about Simeon the Great in Old Bulgarian, stay tuned :-)

[@agentbimlo4555]

Yeah! For how long I have waited for this remake (i am not saying that the original version is bad because it’s a national treasure like every other song of yours) btw I really enjoy the fact that even if they are the same song it makes you feel like you’re listening to a different song. Keep up the good work and hope to see you as soon and well as possible! Hail Skaldic! 🍻🍻🍻

[@ethanpeeler3147]

Thanks for making your music. For the last year and a half I’ve been dealing with some difficult health issues and been uncertain if I’d be able to walk free of pain again. I can honestly say your music has helped me a lot when I’ve been feeling low. I always get excited for new songs.

[@SkaldBard]

@@ethanpeeler3147 God bless you, my friend, and thanks for sharing your struggle. I will pray for your recovery and future comfort. Glad to have you here on the channel

[@ethanpeeler3147]

@@SkaldBard thank you Skald

[@ruggeroferrara]

I come from Sicily. My land has long been a witness to the greatness of the Norman People who arrived here and made this land militarily and navally powerful, rich and feared. There are countless Norman fortresses, strongholds, castles, churches, cathedral and donjons here in Sicily. Even the oldest royal residence in Europe present here in Sicily is called "Palazzo dei Normanni" that is palace of the Normans, and was in fact the royal residence of the Powerful Norman Sovereigns of Sicily. We Sicilians are honored to have been governed and guided by such great Warriors and Statesmen.

[@Thor-Orion]

I’m ethnically gothic along with multiple other varieties of Germanic (including multiple Norman lineages) Celtic, and Aryan, it’s crazy to me that my ancestors who were Gothic, then Lombards and finally Normans all fought for and ruled large parts of Italy at various times, and yet I have no Italian/Latin genetic contributions, despite having small amounts of Anatolian and Persian genetic contributions. I’m around 80% Northern and Western European with most of the remainder being Aryans from the Pontic-Caspian steppe from the Sintashta Culture (one of my direct patrilineal ancestors is one of the chariot kings from one of their burial sites) and tiny admixtures from various offshoots of these main stem ethnicities.

[@ruggeroferrara]

@@Thor-Orion I know almost nothing about my genetic origins, the only thing that gives me hope is the fact that 15-20% of the DNA of the Island of Sicily comes from the Normans, particularly in the western part of the island. As it happens, I come from that area but unfortunately I don't know for sure my origins.

[@en6064]

​@ruggeroferrara could the Norman's really have left such a big impact on Sicily. No doubt people have Norman heritage, but up to 20% for half the island seems unsupported. In eastern Sicily the major genetic component would be Greek, in western Sicily, a mixture of Italic, Greek, and Phoenecian

[@Hoshinosaull]

great as always! keep up the good work!

[@Infrared01]

This song really captures his viking spirit! Sounds aggresive and strong

[@Koraxus]

💯💯💯 Sounds far stronger than the previous version

[@nosferatu1]

I smiled upon seeing this after the remake of the song about Godwinson.

[@MatthewKruse-ri8ep]

I love the old world art battle scenes that you use for these videos - Legit Jam

[@King_Ulf]

Bravery is half the victory - Harald Hardrada

[@darthnymruk9766]

Has to be one of my favorites!!! skál bróðir mínn!

[@bavid4430]

He uploaded, me happy 😊

[@Jonna_Sweden]

I’m a simple lady who doesn’t even like music, i mainly considering it as annoying noice but this is different and a play it on my own accord and enjoys it! Tack så hemskt mycket för det ni gör!

[@Megafest7]

Lots of punch in this mix! Great stuff!

[@SkaldBard]

Needed some more workout fuel ;-)

[@aggelos-db8ik]

Based as always very underrated collection

[@Northy777.]

This sounds great

[@SkaldBard]

Thanks!

[@Bjorn_Algiz]

Amazing! ❤🙏

[@idestquodest]

Amazing work!

[@leoliviu1763]

I wish a remake of those songs, in the mystic,slow and solemn tempo of eastern orthodox songs, with choir of bass, - something like Cesnokov's basso profundo, or Bulgarin Megaloschemos ...would be epic

[@almaricanjou6832]

Another day another banger

[@abhayraj6390]

What a badass Harald hadrada was man

[@BrotherInGod777official]

Love your videos man! ❤

[@dogzabob]

one day i hope to be as chad, ripped and talented as you and your wife mr bard. bless you!

[@SkaldBard]

@@dogzabob haha -- bless you for your support and the compliment, friend! Keep training hard

[@natheriver8910]

Very strong bro👊👊👊👊👊🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@broly7643]

The greatest northman. Wish he becomes a saint soon!

[@Son_of_Thunder_2000]

Can't wait for the Palastinalied remake.

[@LSSD1292]

A new England and the Varangian Guard ballad deserve a remaster as well

[@FortiteHarmonia]

Incredible!

[@NetherTaker]

So I play For Honor and not long after I'd started listening to the original version of this song, they released a new weapon set for Highlander called the "Traitorous Hofdingi" set. Because of this song, I actually knew what that meant!

[@SkaldBard]

@@NetherTaker haha, nice!

[@saadiftikhar3317]

Never clicked this early. The most legendary person to ever lived. Who was at the forefront of nearly every conflict in his time

[@Thor-Orion]

Yo, Frederick Barbarossa is pretty legendary, two crusades personally. Totila had an insane reign as well.

[@nikolaosboukouvalas449]

Now I imagine a Stanford Bridge symphony featuring the leitmotifs of Harald Hardrada and Harold Godwinson.

[@sinisterexpgaming9213]

Been listening to this one repeat for the past 2 weeks, it's awesome!

[@danedube2115]

That was awesome!

[@russby3554]

Since discovering this channel, it amazes me how much I notice entomology now. Also, as a side note, I'm listening to the Eragon series on Audible. I noticed the Elven language seems to be derived from old English and Norse! Listening just now, I noticed the words for noble and empress are honorifics used by the author in Eragon to describe social rank.

[@Polish_Orthodox_Knight]

Let's be honest- we all come to new Skald's video same second it comes out

[@Beorneofmercia449]

Couldn't have said it better meself spot on

[@anthemsofeurope2408]

Cool to see another orthodox pole!

[@Polish_Orthodox_Knight]

@@anthemsofeurope2408 Hello there mate!🇵🇱☦️👋

[@sometimesicryinthebasement5121]

Yeah 😎

[@deusvult8340]

Harold Godwinson, Harald Hardrada. Now we just need William

[@supersasukemaniac]

William the Bastard in Norman?

[@deusvult8340]

@@supersasukemaniac “No longer am I the bastard now I am a conqueror”

[@def3ndr887]

All my homies hate that literal bastard

[@Alexx93753]

@@deusvult8340 forever the usurper

[@deusvult8340]

@@Alexx93753 Had the blessing of the pope

[@nosferatu1]

Beautiful.

[@SkaldBard]

Thank you!

[@nikosaurus4238]

Bra jobba! Du må gjøre Harald Hårfagre neste gang👍

[@BamberdittoPingpong]

Unfortunately he got a bit reckless in his invasion of England, leaving a sizeable chunk of his army to guard his fleet as well as leaving their armours behind. The English army catching them by surprise. Imagine if he had become king of England as well; it would truly have made a legendary person even more legendary. His escape from Constantinople is also epic as well. I also wonder if we will ever see another King Harald of Norway again after Harald V.

[@michalsmrha1661]

Far better, dear brother in christ!

[@ethanpeeler3147]

Hell yeah. This one’s fire. Out of all the early Germanic languages you’ve sung so far which one do you find the most difficult? I’ve personally found the west Germanic languages easier to pick up than old Norse.

[@SkaldBard]

Gothic, I think! Glad you like it, my friend

[@Justin-hr6mz]

Hey skaldbard just an idea. I listen to Dr Ludwig he a german folk channel. He has a song called die Eisen Faust am lausenschaft . You could do that one in old saxon. It's not to long of a song.

[@SkaldBard]

That's a great idea, only Old Saxon wasn't spoken by the time the orders of the Teutonic Knights was founded - maybe in Middle Low German or something instead

[@ernesto1953]

Thanks !

[@linardsstraume5315]

I love new remakes as much as I love the old ones, english varangians are realy good already, but I feel theyll be even better❤

[@NorwegianSedevacantist]

First. Also, bro, WHEN ARE WE GETTING JORSALALJOD HD REMAKE!?

[@SkaldBard]

Haha, patience, my good man

[@NorwegianSedevacantist]

@@SkaldBard Im being edged bruh

[@ЕгорФедоренко-б4н]

good as always keep it up👍🏻

[@user-9er9er9er]

Брат, у тебя талант! Продолжай в том же духе✊ Благодарю тебя🤝💪

[@m.a.t.a.s]

2:29 The languages in subtitles are swapped

[@proxwarrior33]

SkaldBard could you do one on Algirdas and Kęstutis or the Battle of Grunwald in Lithuanian, Middle Polish and Middle German :)

[@Harald1952]

Von Harald zu Harald ! Grüße aus Germania Magna!♥👍👍

[@SkaldBard]

@@Harald1952 Sei gegrüßt, mein Freund! :D

[@angelmeier4382]

One of my favourite songs of yours. I love both Harald Hardrada and Harold - and by that I mean both the historical figures and the songs you made about them. Btw are you going to remaster that one song in which you use three languages - Old English, Old Norse and Greek?

[@historyfactsshorts22]

Can you make an old saxon song about widukind?

[@SkaldBard]

Also planning this!

[@pooryamk5167]

I really want to see that dude who claim Harald Hardrada as his ancestor again here

[@shinrathestalker7630]

Very good remake! Pretty interesting one, I would say. I would like to hear you in a duo with your wife again - or even better, with Dani from Bjork, known also as The Pagan Minstrel. She made Valholl kallar mik in Old Norse and seem to like Nordic vibes - maybe you can consider something like this in future, if you like such collabs?

[@NamelessMF1658]

Forte líge go Lénge lävve Harall Hâlråde

[@WarriorWildhead1337]

Any chance of a song about William the Conqueror in Old Norman to complete the trio?

[@SkaldBard]

@@WarriorWildhead1337 I am considering it!

[@balrog262]

It's time to rebury him in Trondhiem next to his Holy brother. LET'S GO.

[@Thor-Orion]

So I’m working on a fantasy game very heavily focused on European history and mythology, I was wondering if you would be interested in being involved with the making of the soundtrack?

[@SkaldBard]

@@Thor-Orion Hey there, sounds cool - please send me an email at [e-mail] :-)

[@Haimariks]

i'm sure many of us would love to see a new gothic song or a remastered one! if you do a new one, might i suggest it be about athanaric?

[@rustybayonette6641]

Day 1 of asking for an Athelstan/battle of Brunanburh song

[@SkaldBard]

Definitely on the list, my friend

[@minutemen_in_t-605]

We've got a song for Harold Godwinson and Harald Hardrada. Now the only one missing is William the Conqueror, and the trilogy of 1066 will be complete.

[@teyanuputorti7927]

Great Albion will be restore

[@jaimar_99]

Now you must make a song of William The Conqueror.

[@TorTyr-z9h]

Ja Wilhelm erövraren förtjänar en egen song

[@heiliger_sturm]

William was a dirty French coward, like the rest of them.

[@시오리-z2n]

Hail the harsh ruler!

[@ThorsteinnMemeson]

Remake of norse Agni Parthene plz? 🥺

[@SkaldBard]

Hah maybe some day, sure!