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Melechesh is a raw black metal band originally from Jerusalem.

They formed in 1993 and released there first demo entitled As Jerusalem Burns… Al Intisar in 1995. After some legal trouble, where they we’re accused of occult activities, they were cleared of charges and went on to release a 7″ ep entitled The Siege of Lachish in 1996.

In 1999 Absu’s Proscriptor McGovern joined the band on drums and they recorded there second full length CD entitled Djinn. They were then signed by Frances Osmose Productions who went onto release this album in 2001.

In 2003 with the release of their 3rd full length CD entitled Sphynx melechesh gains worldwide response.

This is not your typical black metal band. They have a a distinct mediterranean influence unlike any other.

Band Members

• Melechesh Ashmedi
• Al’ Hazied
• Moloch
• Proscriptor – See also: Absu

Discography

Below is a list of Melechesh’s releases

As Jerusalem Burns… Al Intisar

• Released: 1996
• Label: War is Imminent

Tracklist:

1. Intro
2. Sultan Of Mischief
3. Assyrian Spirit
4. Planetary Rites
5. Hymn To Gilbil
6. The Sorcerers Of Melechesh
7. Dance Of The Black Genii
8. Baphomets Lust
9. Devil Night
10. As Jerusalem Burns … Al’ Intisar

Djinn

• Released: 2001
• Label: Osmose Productions

Tracklist:

1. Whispers From The Tower
2. Genies, Sorcerers And Mesopotamian Nights
3. A Summoning Of Ifrit And Genii
4. Wardjinn
5. Rub The Lantern
6. Covering The Sun
7. Kurnugi’S Reign
8. Oasis Of Molten Gold
9. Dragon’S Legacy
10. The Siege Of Lachish

Sphynx

• Released: 2003
• Label: Osmose productions

Tracklist:

1. Of Mercury And Mercury
2. Secrets Of Sumerian Sphynxology
3. Annunaki.S Golden Thrones
4. Apkallu Counsel
5. Tablets Of Fate
6. Triangular Tattvic Fire
7. The Arrival Ritual
8. Incendium Between Mirage And Time
9. Purifier Of The Stars
10. Caravans To Ur

Biography

Absu is a self described “Mythological Occult Metal” band from Texas. They have been around since the early 90′s. They have a raw style with great rhythms and riffs. The drumming is exceptional, and the lyrical content can not be out done.

Band Members

• Proscriptor – See also: Melechesh
• Shaftiel
• Equitant

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Q: Where is Pyrexia from?
A: Pyrexia is originally from New York City.

Over time the band has become more and more spread out. Lee and myself live in South Jersey, Justin lives in Delaware and our latest addition Jason lives all the way up in Rochester, New York. The band members are not exactly down the street from each other anymore.

Though, Pyrexia will always be known as one of the Founding Fathers of NYDM

Q: How long has Pyrexia been together?
A: I love when people ask this question because this is something alot of the newer Pyrexia fans don’t know. Pyrexia has been around since 1992, when they released the demo Liturgy of Impurity with Chris Basile and Guy Marchais being the founders. Then came the rare and out of print Sermon of Mockery album in 1993.

Which, if you wanna find it, I tell every one, just go onto Ebay. I just saw that cd sell on Ebay for $172.50! I have had alot of trouble sleeping since I saw that.

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I have an addiction to CD’s. I will admit it. I love them! The case, the booklet, the back inlay card and even the smell of a new one freshly opened. Not to mention, they come with music on them too.
Sometimes I’ll even buy one based on the band name or the album cover. This CD falls into that category. I bought it based on the band name.

Here is the debut release from Domination Through Impurity. It features Joe Payne (Lust of Decay) on guitar/vocals, Jordan Varela (Lividity) on drums and Dan Royer (Scapegoat) on bass.

I hadn’t even heard of Domination Through Impurity before I got this CD, but with a name like that, I was doomed from the start.

This is technical death metal in the vein of Cannibal Corpse and Vile with a Necrophagist influence as well.

Some parts of it are awesome. Namely the guitar, vocals and the general song structure. Though it is a bit rough around the edges. The drum rolls and fills are mechanical sounding.

All in all this is a great debut realease. It has all the stuff I like. It changes tempo, has well executed guitar riffs and the vocals are cool.

I have always described my perfect vision of death metal by saying I want the tempo to go fast, faster, fastest, slow, slower, slowest, then mix it all up again. You get the idea! This CD does just that. Alot of tempo changes, blast beats and growling vocals!

Though this is nothing groundbreaking it is definitely worth picking up a copy. If you like the aforementioned bands, than DTI is sure to start a fire in your britches!