Melechesh - Sphynx
Tracklist
01. Of Mercury And Mercury02. Secrets Of Sumerian Sphynxology
03. Annunaki's Golden Thrones
04. Apkallu Counsel
05. Tablets Of Fate
06. Triangular Tattvic Fire
07. The Arrival Ritual
08. Incendium Between Mirage And Time
09. Purifier Of The Stars
10. Caravans To Ur
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Ever wondered what were our common fathers listening to? Well, one band took the burden to wonder and they came up with something intriguing: Mesopotamian Metal! The Israel-based combo Melechesh worked hard to bring Mesopotamia and Sumeria back to life through their latest effort, "Sphynx". Ashmedi [guitars, lead vocals], Moloch [guitars], Al'Hazred [bass, vocals] and Proscriptor [drums, percussions, vocals] are back in full force with a savvy blend of Black Metal and long gone Eastern Folk, prepare thyself for something rare and rich. Read more ›› |
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This still is so deliciously charming and warm. Traits that you almost NEVER find in black metal. Then again, the outside influences are mostly behidn that but still... It's been aeons since I gave this album (and the band in general) a proper listening. Loved it so much today. Of Mercury And Mercury is one of the best openings from 2000s black metal. 
---- Written by BloodTears on 19.08.2011 at 18:29 Written by Milena on 20.06.2012 at 10:49
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Osmose Productions really have a thing for thrash-inspired black metal, eh? Immortal, Absu, Melechesh... Anyway, I really like this style! Heaviness of death metal, speed and badass riffing of thrash, vocals and atmosphere of black metal - perfect combo of extreme metal 
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One of my favorite black metal albums and I have to say the drumming might be the unsung hero here. Obviously the riffage and vocals create an awesome atmosphere but the drumming is always on point and interesting.
---- And when I'm lying in my bed I think about life And I think about death And neither one particularly appeals to me
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Posts: 3432 Written by Ryanm123 on 17.05.2025 at 00:40 yeah this one has Proscriptor McGovern as drummer, the guy who was too fast for Slayer 
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Posts: 6609 Written by tintinb on 20.06.2025 at 20:47 This is a great band and if you like this album then I especially recommend Emissaries.
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My personal Top 3 songs from the album: Secrets Of Sumerian Sphynxology Triangular Tattvic Fire Purifier Of The Stars
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