(written by Islander)

Following up on their debut album Sumerian Promises, the German/Basque trio Sijjin are storming back this year with a new album named Helljjin Combat that Sepulchral Voice has marketed for release on April 25th. It is described (and accurately so) as an amalgamation of “the most antediluvian variety of death metal” and “a derivative of evil thrash with utmost evil intent,” conjuring “its own life of Satanic imagery, diabolical debauchery, and biblical fatalism.”

The album was recorded live, with a cutting sound that brings to mind ’80s analog-produced records, which is part of what links the songcraft on the new album to such hellish names as Infernäl Mäjesty, Nasty Savage, Possessed, and very early Slayer or Megadeth.

What you’ll also discover on the new album are songs that are not only diabolical in mood but also diabolical in their arrangements, with constant and technically impressive twists and turns that are a big part of why the album is going to keep listeners pumped up and right on the edge of their seats (or toes). You’ll understand that for yourselves when you hear the song “Dakhma Curse” that we’re premiering today. Continue reading »