Dissimulation Prakeikimas
Ledo Takas LETA017 13/05/2005
By Patrick Walsh
Blasphemous, face-ripping blackthrash really can crawl out of the woodwork from whence you didnt expect it, and this is certainly true of Lithuanias little known jewel Dissimulation. Prakeikimas is a riotously good session of thrashing blasphemy, right up there with Destroyer666 too it must be said (no, really). Lithuanias metal comminuty is no doubt burgeoning at present, and bands such as Obtest and Dissimulation are a testament to this. Furthering the appeal of this trio is the retention of their native language for their music. Perhaps theyre singing the same tired themes as their contemporaries, but it certainly sounds a little more interesting to hear them sung in Lithuanian.
Whilst not exactly original, Prakeikimas more than makes up for this with the almost demented fervour at which these three protagonists blast forth the all too short six tracks on offer. Opener As Jesu Prakeikimas begins with a hilariously epic orchestrated introduction before blasting forth in a manner that Kreator would be proud of. Its blackened thrash all the way folks, although the emphasis on thrash and black metal seems to alternate at times. Suteikim Jiems Kancia could very easily be Dead-era Mayhem, rawness intact, whilst Omega Et Alpha is a more straightforward thrashing affair, all chugging riffs and speedy arrangements, and is probably the catchiest number to boot. Vocalist Venomous puts in a surprisingly deft performance; so many blackened thrash outfits are content to settle for monotonous rasps, but this fellow really goes for it.
What really sets Dissimulation apart from the hordes of Vemon wannabes out there, however, is the strange sense of playfulness at work. Witness the aforementioned introduction, or the oddball inclusion of some very strange howling indeed in the same track. Dissimulation sound like a band having an absolute ball and creating some outstanding blackthrash in the process. Bands like Dissimulation are the true heirs of the likes of Destruction, so take note ye 80s enthusiasts, for Prakeikimas is a real winner to these ears.
8/10
Official Ledo Takas Records Website
Ledo Takas LETA017 13/05/2005
By Patrick Walsh
Blasphemous, face-ripping blackthrash really can crawl out of the woodwork from whence you didnt expect it, and this is certainly true of Lithuanias little known jewel Dissimulation. Prakeikimas is a riotously good session of thrashing blasphemy, right up there with Destroyer666 too it must be said (no, really). Lithuanias metal comminuty is no doubt burgeoning at present, and bands such as Obtest and Dissimulation are a testament to this. Furthering the appeal of this trio is the retention of their native language for their music. Perhaps theyre singing the same tired themes as their contemporaries, but it certainly sounds a little more interesting to hear them sung in Lithuanian.
Whilst not exactly original, Prakeikimas more than makes up for this with the almost demented fervour at which these three protagonists blast forth the all too short six tracks on offer. Opener As Jesu Prakeikimas begins with a hilariously epic orchestrated introduction before blasting forth in a manner that Kreator would be proud of. Its blackened thrash all the way folks, although the emphasis on thrash and black metal seems to alternate at times. Suteikim Jiems Kancia could very easily be Dead-era Mayhem, rawness intact, whilst Omega Et Alpha is a more straightforward thrashing affair, all chugging riffs and speedy arrangements, and is probably the catchiest number to boot. Vocalist Venomous puts in a surprisingly deft performance; so many blackened thrash outfits are content to settle for monotonous rasps, but this fellow really goes for it.
What really sets Dissimulation apart from the hordes of Vemon wannabes out there, however, is the strange sense of playfulness at work. Witness the aforementioned introduction, or the oddball inclusion of some very strange howling indeed in the same track. Dissimulation sound like a band having an absolute ball and creating some outstanding blackthrash in the process. Bands like Dissimulation are the true heirs of the likes of Destruction, so take note ye 80s enthusiasts, for Prakeikimas is a real winner to these ears.
8/10
Official Ledo Takas Records Website