As a disclaimer of sorts I tend to look at bands overplaying the "we're so evil, look at us" card as cheesy and heavy handed. Hence my lack of interest in this record originally between the name and the press release claiming the members need to spread the word of the evil master himself i couldn't help but look at my computer screen in a puzzled manner. Does any band truly expect anyone to be shocked or amazed by how evil you are at this point in time? Could this possibly have any bearing on the music itself positive or negative?
Well consider me more puzzled.
After the first run through of this album i found myself not only enjoying the songs but feeling the conviction in the vocals and playing. At this point we could mention that the songs and band are the brainchild of one Tas Danazoglou, formerly of British mainstays Electric Wizard. While that could only give a slight idea of where this band is coming from it would fail to truly prepare anyone. The band trade in guitar work that is still a nod to the past but in a slightly different way. Now including classic thrash style riffs and the demonic feel of first wave Black Metal. This tends to match quite well with the overall ideas displayed lyrically.
There is a fervor displayed in these songs that makes them catchy while remaining consistently heavy and interesting. While there is anything incredibly groundbreaking in the style the songs are composed intelligently allowing the ideas to feel fresh and interesting still. This is a record that could create converts for satan (ok maybe not). Regardless what this will not do is be easily forgettable. The songs are strong and make you want to hear them repeatedly.
