Devil's Conquistadors. A Behemoth Biography

by Lukas Dunaj (artist)

Devil's Conquistadors  by Łukasz Dunaj serves as the definitive  Behemoth  biography. This book, officially blessed, or rather damned, by  Behemoth , serves as an in depth look at the history of the events that materially influenced the band. As Dunaj points out in the intro, this isn't "Poland's response to Motley Crue's biography The Dirt." Simply put  Devil's Conquistadors  is the story of  Behemoth , their music, and their rise to the upper echelon of metal and becoming a household name in their native homeland, Poland. Devil's Conquistadors  is a 490 page, hardcover tome that is being released by Metal Blade Records in February 2015. The book includes quotes and anecdotes from current and former members that provide context and details in addition to the author's narrative, plus interviews with Tomas Krajewski, Rob Darken, Graal, Havok, and more. The artistically presented pages are splattered with old scans of photos of the band, flyers, lyric sheets, etc. The passages below serve as previews to the book. From the foreword by Krzysztof
"If, as a cultural anthropologist, I were to point to a single cosmic force which Behemoth's music expresses, I would name it not Satan but Dionysus. A deity that represents not only the intoxicating influence of cosmic energies and earthly benefits, but also their benevolent healing properties. A deity of strength and pride. A deity of creative might." Nergal discusses the acquisition of his first electric
"The first communion was a very important moment for me. I know this sounds ridiculous, but it's true. Of course, not as a religion experience - I didn't understand anything and couldn't care less. Same as all the other kids. We all stood there with our votive candles and waited for one thing. Cash. The first communion must be one moment when you get the most money you're ever going to get as a child. And for this money, I bought myself my first electric guitar. Not a bike, no Legos - a guitar."

Genres: Music

490 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2014

Reviews

[Katrin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ok I simply have to give five stars. I read this book during a six hour train journey. There were some layout mistakes but I can't care about it in this case. This book is fantastic from start to finish. Great interviews, so much information and pics documents everything. The book definitely is worth the price. Reading it was amazing and I could not put it down. I'm so happy I went to see this band live and started to love them so much. I admire this band.

[Steven McKay · Rating 5 out of 5]

It's a while since I read this - I got it when it came out (I believe signed by the band?) along with a shirt. I remember it being a fantastic read though, and I absolutely devoured it each night before going to sleep. I have Nergal's book too (also signed) and Devil's Conquistadors is a far better read.

[Jimmy Uldbjerg · Rating 3 out of 5]

the information given in the book are priceless, but all the misspellings and translation errors make it hard to read.