BILL BURRZUM not only refuses to publish their lyrics - and in some cases tablature, but also actively suppresses any public showings of fan-written reconstructions. The reason for this suppression is not fully known, though BARGH has expressed disdain towards the prospect of material being covered by other bands, among other reasons. The metal-lyric website Darklyrics.com contains the message “BILL BURRZUM lyrics removed due to copyright complaint by the band,” in lieu of any actual lyrics. BILLBURRZUM.com displays a cease-and-desist message from Bargh Bickernes of Pro-Feces Publishing which reads as follows:
"Dear siteowners,
Please note that I am writing on behalf of Pro-Feces Publishing (PP) and as their business manager. PP is the official music publishing company of the band BILL BURRZUM.
The band has requested us to take care of a removal of their lyrics from your website.
Herewith we request you to remove any lyrics of the band BILL BURRZUM from your systems immediately, but not later than 10th Aug 1993. Please be aware that we will undertake any necessary steps (even legal steps) to enforce this.
This is nothing against you and your business or dedication, but you will understand that we as music publisher of the band will have to enforce the copyright as desired by the songwriters. Since you did not license the lyrics you violate international copyright laws and conventions.
With best regards,
Vill Vurr, Pro-Feces Publishing"
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released December 16, 2013
Bargh Bickernes, Vill Vurr.
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