Melechesh - Unveil New Album Cover Art, Release Pushed
Mere days after they announced the first details of their new album, Melechesh have now revealed the cover art for the band's impending studio album, Enki. Furthermore, due to unforeseen productional issues, the release of Enki had to be pushed to February 27th (Europe), March 2nd (UK) and March 10th (US), 2015 through Nuclear Blast Records. Take a look at the intricate artwork now.
Commented mainman, singer and guitarist Ashmedi: "For the artwork we collaborated again with John Coulthart, who has done our previous two album covers. The art reflects the dynamics of the album and the world of Melechesh: order and chaos. It amalgamates several spiritual, cultural and mythological concepts from the Near/Middle East and our lyrical aspects. Again it was based in the golden ratio which for the purpose of this album seemed suitable. The pillars featured here are a continuation from the previous album and lead to a path of knowledge. John always manages to capture the essence of Melechesh."
Created by John Coulthart
Tracklist:
01. Tempest Temper Enlil Enraged
02. The Pendulum Speaks
03. Lost Tribes
04. Multiple Truths
05. Enki - Divine Nature Awoken
06. Metatron And Man
07. The Palm The Eye And Lapis Lazuli
08. Doorways To Irkala
09. The Outsiders
This marks the band's sixth full-length album and will feature guests Max Cavalera (Soulfly, Cavalera Conspiracy, Killer Be Killed), Sakis Tolis (Rotting Christ) and Rob Caggiano (Volbeat, ex-Anthrax).
The album was recorded in Greece by Giorgos Bokos (Rotting Christ) while Jonas Kjellgren (Immortal, Legion Of The Damned, Overkill, Hypocrisy) took care of the mix and mastering in his renowned Black Lounge Studios in Sweden.
Commented mainman, singer and guitarist Ashmedi: "For the artwork we collaborated again with John Coulthart, who has done our previous two album covers. The art reflects the dynamics of the album and the world of Melechesh: order and chaos. It amalgamates several spiritual, cultural and mythological concepts from the Near/Middle East and our lyrical aspects. Again it was based in the golden ratio which for the purpose of this album seemed suitable. The pillars featured here are a continuation from the previous album and lead to a path of knowledge. John always manages to capture the essence of Melechesh."
Created by John Coulthart
Tracklist:
01. Tempest Temper Enlil Enraged
02. The Pendulum Speaks
03. Lost Tribes
04. Multiple Truths
05. Enki - Divine Nature Awoken
06. Metatron And Man
07. The Palm The Eye And Lapis Lazuli
08. Doorways To Irkala
09. The Outsiders
This marks the band's sixth full-length album and will feature guests Max Cavalera (Soulfly, Cavalera Conspiracy, Killer Be Killed), Sakis Tolis (Rotting Christ) and Rob Caggiano (Volbeat, ex-Anthrax).
The album was recorded in Greece by Giorgos Bokos (Rotting Christ) while Jonas Kjellgren (Immortal, Legion Of The Damned, Overkill, Hypocrisy) took care of the mix and mastering in his renowned Black Lounge Studios in Sweden.
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| Ilham Giant robot Posts: 5161  |
That cover is missing a camel, an oasis, a pyramid and a plate of couscous.
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| Auntie Sahar Drone Empress Posts: 5989  |
Well on the one hand that's a fucking beautifully done cover, on the other some people might say it's a bit too extravagant? I remember Rod and I talking once about how their cover for Sphynx is his favorite because of the really "less is more" approach, just that little dude standing under the giant lamassu, and that's a point I can get behind.
---- I am the Magician and the Exorcist. I am the axle of the wheel, and the cube in the circle. “Come unto me” is a foolish word: for it is I that go. ~ II. VII
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| Zap Posts: 3583  |
I don't like any Melechesh covers to be honest. This one is no different. Luckily I usually really dig the music.
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| X-Ray Rod Skandino Staff Posts: 18374  |
If they took away a few elements it would have been pretty nice indeed. Just too busy. As Che said... Sphynx is still my favorite piece from their discography.
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| Auntie Sahar Drone Empress Posts: 5989 |
I wouldn't compare it to Seth's artwork at all, but I can see what you mean in the sense that it seems a little too grandiose for it's own good. Also, maybe it's just me, but that outline is totally reminding me of The Holy Mountain poster. Jodorowsky thanks you for your services, Ashmedi 
---- I am the Magician and the Exorcist. I am the axle of the wheel, and the cube in the circle. “Come unto me” is a foolish word: for it is I that go. ~ II. VII
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| Gothmog_Motsham Posts: 665  |
I love how the two sphinx in the back of the logo are all like "bitch say whaaaaaaaaaaaaaat?" 
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| mz Posts: 4825  |
Written by PocketMetal on 06.12.2014 at 23:36 Good point  XDBut I really dislike this cover. Seems like an amalgamation of random elements.
---- Giving my ears a rest from music.
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| Ilham Giant robot Posts: 5161 |
Written by [user id=132675] on 07.12.2014 at 11:36 Actually that's a good idea, maybe the garlic sauce will help bring cohesion to all those elements that never should be put together that way on a cover.
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Account deleted Written by Ilham on 07.12.2014 at 12:04 Perhaps, or maybe just to overwhelm the whole mess with garlic? To tie into the middle eastern theme music and now food, my favorite online chef recently posted this recipe which I intend on making soon and it does seem like an odd mix of flavors... 
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| angel. Evil Butterfly Posts: 2419  |
I like theme, it's cool, but it's done badly, ffs why it's sunny shiny yellowy, it has too light, I has sore in the eye.
---- The Fangirl.
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| Daniell _爱情_ Elite Posts: 6103  |
Good job on trying to hide the band's logo. Terrible perspective, terrible shading, layering was probably done in MS Paint. The horror!
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| Karlabos Posts: 5736  |
Am I the only one who thinks the "bad" layering was done on purpose, like to invoke a feeling of those egyptian wall scriptings?
---- "Aah! The cat turned into a cat!" - Reimu Hakurei
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| Jaeryd Nihil's Maw Posts: 1062  |
This cover art needs to be toned way the fuck down with the bright colors and given more depth. Then maybe it would look decent. To be fair, though, their cover art never looked amazing. Great cover art is always a nice bonus, but what matters most is the musical content itself.
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