Jihad Against Islam

Seeds of Iblis is what some may call a "true black metal" band for its themes and lyrics. Propagating the abrogation and destruction of Islam in a country known for its extreme Islamic stance is much more anti-religious and gallant than some guys in a country with freedom of speech complaining about Christianity (not that it's a bad thing). While I can see why some may think this is a hoax to generate publicity and then veil shitty music under the shroud of kvltness, this music isn't shitty. It's far from it, really.

With short and intensive songs, the EP doesn't get boring like many other releases that just drag on. Simple black/thrash riffs and melodies inspired by the genres' fathers such as Mayhem, Venom, Bathory, or Sodom, dynamic and variable drumming, a forlorn bass trudging along the guitars, and a general atmosphere of a dark cellar created by the keys and the echoing vocals create a brooding feeling, enhanced by multiple samples of somber chanting. The overall musicianship on this album creates a facade blurry rawness, but when examined and explored, it divulges some excellent songwriting with influences you can't go wrong with.

All in all, Seeds of Iblis released a great EP, and an omen of things to come. If you like raw, primitive, yet atmospheric anti-religious goodness, you should definitely give this release a shot. If you can somehow buy it, then do so, because it's worth it.