The Megas - The Belmonts (Skulls) - 04 Vampire Killer (feat. Amanda Lepre)

[@theMegasband]

Thank you all for your support and love for this new music!! You Rock!

[@nspade9252]

You all have more than earned it, this stuff is amazing!

[@MrSilvUr]

Yeah, but you also rock. For Justice.

[@ultralowspekken]

It's so weird your evolution, you really seem to capture my tastes everytime. I'm always intrigued when you pull a new trick out of the hat. I've just recently discovered I really do enjoy A-ha, and this Belmont thing sure does feel like going that way. I'm excited!

[@MrSilvUr]

@@ultralowspekken Yes. The Belmonts are a great band, completely stand-alone and independent from The Megas aside from a publication partnership, and definitely not just The Megas in a Dracula cape.

[@misswidow5855]

I think this is my favorite version of vampire killer. well done and keep rocking! :)

[@convolutedconcepts]

Anyone else want Amanda Lepre to make more songs with The Megas?

[@elizabethsnowbell5396]

Abso-freaking-lutely!

[@Geth-Who]

Oh my god if she did a Roll feature song though. Or Kalinka!

[@RotaAbyssian]

@@Geth-Who I'd listen to her cover Continue from History Repeating, since I always hear that song from Roll's perspective anyways.

[@Geth-Who]

@@RotaAbyssian Aw shit, that'd be freaking awesome. I can see why, and I'm in total agreement.

[@NachoCheeseDorito-Kun]

They were planning on doing Megaman 9 or 10 someday, right? Imagine a Splashwoman song...

[@SilverGreyscale]

Okay, I'm sooooo close in tears..... You guys did your research, that reference to Leon Belmont forming the Vampire Killer from the Whip of Alchemy using Gandolfi's magic spell (which Gandolfi cast) and Sarah sacrificing her soul to make sure no one else suffers her fate.... I have always loved your adaptations but... WOW this is the best one yet lads!

[@spinyjustspiny3289]

I love this one in particular because it implies Vampire Killer's power is born from Sara experiencing full-on righteous fury for the first time in her life at the thought of being torn away from Leon, and that she still has a VERY active presence while her soul is bonded to it. It gives her a greater sense of agency after her sacrifice.

[@SilverGreyscale]

Yeah, Lament of Innocence.... I loved that game, and to think, Tragedy would happen to Dracula many years later... with Lisa....

[@Xunkun]

And like Fi in the Master Sword: she's been fighting alongside us the whole time.... and unlike Fi, doesn't talk incessantly.

[@flotowncomputerguy6243]

The only thing missing from that scene would have been the hints of this song... and the now fully powered whip banishing lesser enemies in one hit. Should have played as Leon went back into the castle.

[@HeliosTheCharizard]

@@spinyjustspiny3289 "You must carry on And I will carry you through hell" Makes the line hit all the harder ;.;

[@ImJust1Joe]

"The Castlevania Netflix show is a love letter to fans of the lore" The Megas: Hold our beer.

[@BrookeIsAnEditor]

I love the idea that they all have one beer that they share.

[@johnnyalucard6641]

BizarreStar This music doesn't invalidate the prior statement.

[@buttrockman4578]

Love letter to fans of the lore? The Netflix Anime doesn't even have death in it!

[@ShinoSarna]

@@buttrockman4578 The question who decided this, showrunners, Netflix or Konami.

[@buttrockman4578]

@@ShinoSarna Konami is way, WAY too dispassionate about their intellectual properties to hold an opinion on this. I have no idea why netflix would have imposed anything like that on them either. It's pretty clear that the writers just didn't want grant or death, presumably for the sake of tonal consistency. Ironic, considering that show's tonal inconsistency was one of its bigger flaws.(I say that having enjoyed the show, I just thought it had a lot of issues.)

[@VileMKII]

Everytime I take Simon into battle in Smash, all I can think is "Tear through them, Vampire Hunter."

[@kurag5198]

You mean killer. to call them vampire “hunters” implies that they can mess up, the Belmont’s don’t mess up

[@ashwolf2006]

@@kurag5198 well there's Richter who messed up Big time.

[@lazula]

(Leon) Gone The moment of return Gone Now feel it fall away Forever, Sara Just one short moment of pain The only thing real now, pain Lament of innocence Together, Sara We'll be these fools' last refrain Exchange, incomplete Your alchemy, it falls apart She gives in to sin A killer born from a gentle heart She feels the change It's in her soul Inhuman blood is growing cold The purest heart Struck down at night Now let us weaponize your light Tear through them, Vampire Killer I will hold onto your name Together forever, Sara We'll set the night aflame Aflame Gone The fear of the darkness Gone The light he couldn't lose Forever, Sara Now begins a legacy of pain The weapon carries now pain Within this dissonance Together, Sara We'll stand against this devil's reign Exchange, incomplete Your alchemy, it falls apart She gives in to sin A killer born from a gentle heart She feels the change It's in her soul Inhuman blood is growing cold The purest heart Struck down at night Now let us weaponize your light Tear through them, Vampire Killer I will hold onto your name Together forever, Sara We'll set the night aflame Aflame And she says (Sara) I feel the evil consume me As this day ends, so too I die Our fates so darkly romantic I will never leave your side You will always have my heart And now I'm giving you my soul You must carry on And I will carry you through Hell (Together) Tear through them, Vampire Killer (Tear through them, Vampire Killer) I will hold onto your name (You will hold onto my name) Together forever, Sara (Together forever, Sara) We'll set the night aflame (We'll set the night aflame) Tear through them, Vampire Killer (Tear through them, Vampire Killer) I will hold onto your name (You will hold onto my name) Together forever, Sara (Together forever, Sara) We'll set the night aflame (We'll set the night aflame) Tear through them, Vampire Killer (Tear through them, Vampire Killer) I will hold onto your name (You will hold onto my name) Together forever, Sara (Together forever, Sara) We'll set the night aflame (We'll set the night aflame) Aflame

[@spinyjustspiny3289]

I think they're saying "Tear through them, Vampire Killer"

[@lazula]

@@spinyjustspiny3289 Listening a bit more closely, I think you're right. Fixed. Thanks!

[@HagenFlachmann]

Its "Within this dissonance" not "Within this day's event"

[@lazula]

HagenFlachmann I was very unsure about that line but couldn't quite make it out, thanks.

[@thanatos_razl]

I admit, I'm hearing "As this day ends, so too I die" not what is written.

[@CheezVT]

What a horrible night to have a curse.....

[@rubykelly2305]

The song Vampire Killer...is actually about Vampire Killer, even using the phrase 'Lament of Innocence' in the lyrics. That's...actually pretty cool

[@ProjectDevilEye]

Man those "Vampire Killer" riffs hit hard and bring back a lot of memories, what an awesome track, I'm honestly awestruck.

[@alazoneia]

Love the fact this song is between Leon Belmont and Sarah, its like at first you think the lyric with Lamment of Innocence is a referenced randomly put in but its actually cause thats what the songs about.

[@jakebreaker]

You have become a cursed being and I will never forgive you. This whip and my kinsmen will destroy you someday. From this day on, the Belmont Clan will hunt the night!

[@sillyputtyisfun7567]

you can say the song is about a tragedy but all I hear is that a man gets to say that his named weapon is his bride and kick monster butt alongside her eternal soul, allowing her to carry down the legacy of his will to his descendants. That's fucking badass for what is supposed to be a tragic reality.

[@crestfallenhussar895]

The duet at the end never fails to give me chills.

[@miguelolmedomorell2740]

I have never played Castlevania: Lament of Innocence, but, after listening to this song, it is now one of my favorite games of all times. How come The Megas always bring tears to my eyes with their lyrics!?

[@RotaAbyssian]

Say what one will about the gameplay of Lament, its STORY is amazing.

[@AndersonSantos-nh8hh]

The game is not as good as the music. Maybe one day they do a better remake.

[@kylepeters8690]

It's not that great, the gameplay is fun enough but the story is bare bones for the most part and the acting is awful save for one character at the end who gives 110% for the role. This song has more depth and remorse about Sarah's death than the actual game

[@svartfrasr9755]

Bro the hardcore Lament of Innocence fanboy is me is vindicated by this song's existence. You guys are amazing.

[@robotmeiser]

This song makes me sad after actually playing Lament of Innocence and realizing how fucking sad the entire Castlevania series is afterwards. "This exquisite play, from which two souls will never escape."

[@TheDoc377]

Kinda makes you realize that the Castlevania series should be more aptly named the Vampire Killer series....

[@splatbubble]

didnt it start that way? or... was that your point 😜

[@TheIchigo375]

​@@splatbubblethe Japanese name of I remember right

[@AngiraBlu96]

@@TheIchigo375Technically, it’s Akumajo Dracula (Demon Castle Dracula). There’s only ever been 2 games outright called Vampire Killer. That being the MSX2 version of the very 1st game released in Europe, *before* the NES version was released to North America as “Castlevania,” and the Japanese version of CV: Bloodlines (NA)/The New Generation (EU).

[@Moonguided]

I can't even begin to put into words how much I adore this song. Not only is it catchy and great in terms of composition, but I love that it was written by people that genuinely care about the series. Thank you so much for this.

[@Kamina1558]

Their lyrics and music make me wish the Megas were writing the Castlevania series. Their music incorporates the lore so much while also kind of adding to it in a way that makes sense. I would like an anime of lament of innocence. Make it a dark gothic horror with action and drama so, you could have the horror and the action but also , the drama and emotion like what is conveyed in this song of a story that set everything into motion. As Trevor and Simon and Richter and so many descendants carry out the promise Leon made and Sara’s will. Idk Vampire Killer is more than just a whip. It’s a symbol , that is imbued with a soul. Forged in tragedy to go forth and be used to destroy evil.

[@Maverick2736]

*_Tear through them, Vampire Killer!_*

[@OverlordGameworks]

I got stuck on this song. I can't move on for a while. Just leave me here listening.

[@MasonTheStoryteller]

really amazing work. I really wish that Leon referred to the Vampire Killer Whip as "Sarah", during moments throughout the later half of the game in Lament of Innocence. The game's have always had really amazing lore ideas, but not the best narrative execution, thank you for making this song, it's a glimpse of the full potential the IP has.

[@darthixion957]

I cannot overstate how much I love this remix (alternate title: Lament of Innocence in five minutes). "Vampire Killer" remixes are a dime a dozen, but this one (and your "Heart of Fire" mix) truly stands out above the rest. Also, VK tore through Dracula, Carmilla, Death, and Olrox, hence the dislikes.

[@silverscythe4557]

Eh, technically not olrox since he's only in SoTN not counting RoM and LoS since they aren't a part of the canon timeline, and not counting nocturne either.

[@Gamma5232]

Every time I hear Amanda's part, I get teary eyed. Her voice is so beautiful, and the lyrics just touch me. I love it so much!

[@nomadicsoul2700]

That's right Dracula, I'm packing my ancestral grandma in my right hand, and y'know what? She's pissed... - A Belmont

[@theblues4608]

Pls more of the belmonts i love it

[@flemingtonsteel]

I did not see the Depeche Mode nod coming. "She gives in..." me: Hmm? "to sin." me: WOoAH!

[@julienbraudel7109]

Nice. Vampire Killer meets Depeche Mode (Strangelove feel in it). Bonjour les Megas et les Belmonts.

[@keaton7403]

I'd like to think that The Megas decided to make this after the Belmonts got in Smash. Just been working on it for the past 3 months.

[@HubPie3]

They formed the Belmonts in 2016. There's a small album that has Bloody Tears, Heart of Fire, and Out of Time. I'd say them branching out to Castlevania is a good step, since both Castlevania and Mega Man were big parts of the NES.

[@keaton7403]

Hub Pie I'm aware, I was just speaking of this specific album.

[@Gat720Dua]

I've heard of a lot of covers of some Castlevania songs but this one is an easy favorite of mine. From the instrumentals having this retro feel harkening to its 80's roots, the lyrics explaining the story behind the Vampire Killer which is an aspect from the lore I personally like, all done in a well crafted song.

[@Jamesamong007]

Love the fact you guys made an original song with this rather than just slap lyrics on the default 8 bit tune.

[@drakonisjle]

This song will never get old my dudes.

[@Xunkun]

My favorite of the released quartet of songs, hands down!

[@remembernavarro5344]

Really like the Depeche Mode reference near the beginning.

[@SpaceDeath]

Im addicted to this song

[@TylerRuins]

This is sooo good. I'm glad you guys are doing more Castlevania and Mega Man; this newest track has fast become a favorite!

[@Alzzarla]

To think you'd be back the same night I brought friends over to play Castlevania 1... I'm so happy you're back

[@Four_scythe]

I broke my phone smashing the like button

[@unweyconlentes]

YEY!! THE MEGAS RETURN!! im so happy QwQ

[@Daftotron]

Oh my goodness this is beautiful.

[@buttrockman4578]

THIS IS AMAZING.

[@TrixlesLovesPixels]

If I won the lottery, I would immediately contact this band and offer to fund them to make as many albums as they want until I die (and actually, even afterwards; I could set up a trust or something). Seriously. The Megas are the best. It's insane how good this band is. And great people, too, the lot of them! Met some of 'em at Nerdapalooza in Florida one year at a comic book store after a KILLER show. I have nothing but good things to say about this band. If you like this, go listen to the Mega Man stuff--it's next level. And if you DON'T like this, go listen to the Mega Man stuff--it's next level. ;)

[@decepticonleadermegatron5239]

How it feels to play Simon or Richter Belmont in Smash

[@rikimaru700]

Oh my god... I love this.

[@FiraTook]

This series of songs is amazing. I think it might be the best thing you've put out yet. I haven't got into Castelvania yet, but I was still in tears through this song and Wicked Child. Now to read all the lore so I understand everything in context. This'll be the second series your music has got me into, lol

[@barretthughes3935]

I not only think of Leon Belmont, but also Simon and Richter Belmont when I hear this.

[@KefkaFanatic]

This is my fave song now.

[@GinraiPrime666]

This is incredible! Really hope you guys do a physical version of this album at some point!

[@arbaje240]

I just finished listening to this track. I told myself, "My God, what a track!". Love this, going to play all the Castlevania games. Great song, gave me an explosion of emotions.

[@frogbox4184]

Megas ya'll did it again I fell in love with your history repeating red and blue

[@DarkwaveMistress]

You guys are my current fave band.

[@JagoPulastra]

Highlight song of the album, still to this day.

[@santiagoparedessepulveda9659]

Perfect song to invade a hostile place and kill the leader of shadows

[@stefanowohsdioghasdhisdg4806]

THIS SONG IS AMAZING. I can't stop listening.

[@CutMan567]

I have listened to this song a thousand times over the years and the final duet always gets me. Especially the double meaning of the line "Together Forever, Sarah/Together, Forever Sarah"

[@thatgamingauthor]

I love this so much. All these Castlevania songs make me so happy, and this song's lyrics give me chills. You guys are awesome.

[@MateusDrake]

I don't know who is the new singer, but I already love her too. Looking forward to listening to this EP over and over again, as always!

[@lazula]

The female vocalist is Amanda Lepre, according to the bandcamp album.

[@MateusDrake]

@@lazula Thanks!

[@ProtoBusterSwrd]

She isn't with the Megas/Belmonts. Her name is Amanda Lepre. She has her own band called "The Descendents of Erdrick," but she also does some solo work as an AMAZING vocalist.

Strange Love by Depeche Mode? 1:08

[@undeadtacocody9987]

I really enjoyed Lament of Innocence but this... This song I ADORE.

[@PeterSolerom]

Sara's part makes me wanna cry :''( ... tragic but so touching. Great song.

[@TheAzther1]

Amazing job, this deserves way more views :)

[@colinheyl7245]

I love this so much. It gives me such an urge for righteous battle! I use it when I need extra strength whilst climbing or working out.

[@BunnyFett]

So beautiful.

[@PillowyMound]

This is an underappreciated masterpiece

[@LudicGamer]

That harmony!!

[@raym1477]

The "she gives in....to sin" line was inspired by Depeche Mode's classic "Strangelove", wasn't it?

[@aprildenisecuffley1270]

I totally heard that too! Was wondering if that was intentional. I actually came to the comments to see if anyone else noticed and commented on that. Your comment about it is the first one I noticed. As I continue to scroll and read through more comments, I see that there are others who noticed as well. I was actually singing a bit of "Strange Love" a long with this. Would be a great mash - up recording. Love this song as it is; but, doing a mash - up with "Strange Love" would be an intriguing variation. 🤷‍♀️💁‍♀️

[@vincentcinerini5632]

Everyone's commenting on the various Castlevania references, but is anyone else picking up on the Depeche Mode nods?

[@NachoCheeseDorito-Kun]

0:44 I'd just like to mention how great the pause before the T in "want" sounds. It would not have sounded nearly as smooth if y'all hadn't added that.

[@ThomasTheSkankEngine]

Certified banger

[@dudeabides2354]

This is done very well!

[@theMegasband]

🙌🏻🙌🏻Thank you!

[@Canadian_Ry]

Love the the use of vocals in this track. Absolutely enthralling!

[@jeremycanning7058]

You must carry on... And I will carry you through Hell 🤯

[@TheOneZytel]

"She gives in to sin" I sense Depeche Mode there. :) Also, lovely song.

[@mauriceroark7665]

I thought the same thing :)

That part sounds like that for sure. Strange Love!

[@SupahSmashBrotha96]

So I'm not crazy? 😅 Glad y'all noticed too

[@SupahSmashBrotha96]

I was listening to "Strangelove" earlier, and was like "Wait a minute, why does this sound familiar??"

[@Scribblerjohnny]

Amazing

[@TrixlesLovesPixels]

These guys are playing a show in Orlando in like 3 weeks. Get there, dudes and dudettes! It's gonna be awesome ;P

[@TrixlesLovesPixels]

it was awesome as fuck.

[@kai-wolf]

I need the glorious instrumental version 🧡

[@JoshuaRWorkman]

This is good stuff.

[@jaydenwebster7510]

Awesome stuff!

[@a_crosser4233]

Are you guys still performing in 2019? this is amazing!

[@genequist3859]

Listening Halloween 2021

[@reeven1721]

Storming Castle Nathria to this song.

[@PeanutTechno]

Hopefully they do songs for Walking On The Edge and Poison Mind!

[@JustazagZ]

PeanutTechno I’m hoping for Bloodlines or Bloodlines bequeath at some point

[@TheFlipside]

Been wondering this since the Belmonts EP came out but do you guys ever plan on posting the official lyrics to belmonts and skulls on the lyrics page on your website? Having all the lyrics to your work in one place would be really convenient. Also why not scent blasters, too? That song is really underrated

[@Fallen-Saint]

i like this

[@FRANKMSXDEMOSFORYOUANDME]

love this sound!!!! thanks!!

[@nuruddinshah684]

Tear through them, Vampire Killer I will hold onto your name Together forever, Sara We'll set the night aflame Aflame Shives....

[@SeanGamer84]

The Belmont clan will hunt the night.

[@leonx3882]

Remember when we could look in the comment section for the songs lyrics?? Good times 😁

[@inanna8782]

Don't think I don't notice the references to 80's emo music!! I dunno if it's intentional, but these Castlevania tracks of yours at certain points pay omage or remind me of certain boppers from around that time. This one sounds Strangelove and I am all about it.

[@Slampbell]

No chance you guys are fans of Legacy of Kain, right? Where do I slip you guys a few bucks to adapt Ozar Midrashim?

[@SAINZHALLOW]

I could go for some Taco Belmont.

[@rdh288]

What game/games would I need to play to understand The Belmonts songs released so far?

[@JustazagZ]

rdh288 off the top of my head.. 1or4 (same story just remastered), 3, symphony of the night, and lament of innocence.

[@rdh288]

Thanks. I love the depth of meaning in the Mega Man songs they put out, but I know nothing about Castlevania. I almost want to play the Castlevania games solely to understand the meaning of my favorite band's songs.

[@kanebravo953]

You mean 2. They haven't done a song about Trevor yet. Bloody Tears is about Castlevania 2.

[@JustazagZ]

Kane Bravo 2 would also be good to play, but I was saying 3 mainly to have some more background on Alucard before playing symphony of the night

[@Iliketoeatallday]

@@rdh288 after playing Lament of Innocence, you'll have a whole new appreciation for this song.

[@gerymanuel747]

What the song is based on?

[@johanndysen4924]

Background music for the scene about the transformation of Sarah in LoI

[@BasicBrit]

Can i buy this physically somewhere?

[@TheFlipside]

On their bandcamp

[@lazula]

Unfortunately, this and the first Belmonts album don't have any physical media available, just the bandcamp digital release (themegas.bandcamp.com). You'd have to burn a physical disk yourself.

[@Canadian_Ry]

@@lazula Are you affiliated with The Megas?

[@lazula]

@@Canadian_Ry Not at all, just a fan.

[@Canadian_Ry]

@@lazula Righteous! You're really going the distance in the comments. Cheers!

[@vitriolicAmaranth]

I see you, Depeche Mode reference.

[@BlankSorashiro-by3tz]

I hear Iris…what am I fighting for….

[@jamesmarion4113]

ahh. Nothing like real vampires!

[@theMegasband]

😂🖤

[@indavasekhar2490]

The only version of vampire killer I ever liked.

[@outstandingdogmarron2051]

The first time she says it she says dampire