# Sijjin – Angel Of The Eastern Gate
Sijjin emerged from the underground death metal scene with a distinctly atmospheric and theologically provocative approach to the genre. The band's moniker itself references Islamic demonology, establishing their thematic preoccupation with ancient mythology and esoteric symbolism. This 2020 release on the respected Sepulchral Voice Records label represents a significant entry into contemporary death metal, showcasing the band's evolving sound.
Angel Of The Eastern Gate arrives as a cohesive work that blends death metal brutality with progressive rock sensibilities, creating an immersive listening experience. The opening "Introcantation" immediately establishes the album's ceremonial atmosphere before explosive opener "Vorago Of Adullam" tears through with crushing riffs and cavernous vocals. "Trine Immersion" demonstrates the band's ability to balance technical musicianship with raw aggression, its nearly five-minute runtime allowing for atmospheric development amid the heaviness.
The album's centerpiece, "Angel Of The Eastern Gate," stands as the record's defining moment—a sprawling title track that fully realizes the band's vision of mythologically-informed death metal. At over five minutes, this track showcases intricate composition and dynamic shifts. "Remnants Of Cambrian Evil" continues the conceptual journey with prehistoric thematic elements, while closer "Fire On The Altar Of Hell" delivers a ferocious finale befitting the album's apocalyptic narrative.
The vinyl pressing captures these compositions with excellent clarity, allowing both the dense arrangements and cavernous production to resonate fully. For collectors seeking death metal that prioritizes atmospheric storytelling alongside genuine heaviness, Angel Of The Eastern Gate represents an essential acquisition.
