Melechesh
Biography
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:
- Intro
- Sultan Of Mischief
- Assyrian Spirit
- Planetary Rites
- Hymn To Gilbil
- The Sorcerers Of Melechesh
- Dance Of The Black Genii
- Baphomets Lust
- Devil Night
- As Jerusalem Burns … Al’ Intisar
Djinn
- Released: 2001
- Label: Osmose Productions
Tracklist:
- Whispers From The Tower
- Genies, Sorcerers And Mesopotamian Nights
- A Summoning Of Ifrit And Genii
- Wardjinn
- Rub The Lantern
- Covering The Sun
- Kurnugi’S Reign
- Oasis Of Molten Gold
- Dragon’S Legacy
- The Siege Of Lachish
Sphynx
- Released: 2003
- Label: Osmose productions
Tracklist:
- Of Mercury And Mercury
- Secrets Of Sumerian Sphynxology
- Annunaki.S Golden Thrones
- Apkallu Counsel
- Tablets Of Fate
- Triangular Tattvic Fire
- The Arrival Ritual
- Incendium Between Mirage And Time
- Purifier Of The Stars
- Caravans To Ur