Published: June 3, 2025
A 33-minute documentary about the making of the yet-to-be-released official "Hordes Of Khan" music video can be seen below.
Swedish metallers SABATON will release a new single, "Hordes Of Khan", on June 6 via Better Noise Music.
Regarding the lyrical inspiration for "Hordes Of Khan", SABATON said: "SABATON fans are always sharing topics they'd love to hear songs about, and Genghis Khan — one of history's most legendary conquerors — has been a frequent request over the years. At the time, it didn't quite fit within the scope of our World War I era, but once we decided to shift our direction, we revisited the idea.
"Before we fully commit to any song suggestion, we need to feel inspired by the story behind it. And that's where the research begins…
"As we searched for topics for the new album, we were on the lookout for epic stories that deserved equally epic music. Genghis Khan instantly stood out as the perfect fit. His story checked all the boxes and proved to be very inspiring. He was a master of horseback warfare and united the Mongol tribes through diplomacy and military might. This man built the largest contiguous empire stretching far beyond Mongolia. It bridged East and West through the Silk Road and left a lasting impact on global history. How could we not write about Genghis Khan? And so, 'Hordes Of Khan' was born!
"The music for 'Hordes Of Khan' was composed by Joakim [Brodén, SABATON singer] and the lyrics to the song were written by Pär [Sundström, SABATON bassist]. It carries a galloping rhythm that evokes images of a warrior charging on horseback. The song's energy and movement make it an ideal fit for this topic, capturing the spirit of Genghis Khan and his legendary conquests.
"Born as Temujin, son of Yesugei, Genghis Khan was a brilliant strategist and a master of horseback warfare. He united the fiercely independent Mongol tribes through a mix of diplomacy and relentless military power. Khan forged the largest contiguous empire in history which stretched far beyond the steppes of Mongolia, bridging East and West via the Silk Road and leaving a profound and lasting impact on global history, culture and trade. He united civilizations, fostering commerce and sharing knowledge."
A 33-minute documentary about the making of the yet-to-be-released official "Hordes Of Khan" music can video can be seen below.
This past April, SABATON released a music video for the band's latest single, "Templars". The cinematic clip was filmed at two massive historical fortresses in Serbia (Belgrade Fortress within Kalemegdan Park and Smederevo Fortress),both of which provided a striking and authentic backdrop for the epic battle scenes.
