Review by Denis on April 1, 2003.

Perhaps I should say that I was struck by thunder when I got this album from these Greek gods but in any case, you get the point. I saw written in another review that their previous album "Revolution DNA" was more atmospheric with choirs, symphonic sections and so forth compared to some earlier, more aggressive, albums. It was also said that when a band changes musical direction, they don't go back to their other style and that's what Septic Flesh did which was a mistake. I don't really agree in the case of "Sumerian Daemons" since apparently this album shows the best of both worlds as far as I'm concerned. Not knowing their earlier albums, I will definitely get my hands on some like "Revolution DNA" for instance. I might not stop there since Septic Flesh has, to my knowledge, five other recordings to their credit since their creation in March 1990.

The best of both worlds is maybe an understatement because this album is simply outstanding, one of a kind sort of hearing experience. Not only this album clocks in at nearly an hour (56:09) but you'll get more than your money's worth as far as a musical treat is concerned. 13 compositions, all different from one another. Everything is there, awaiting you, to please and overly satisfy your musical appetite. The artwork is amazing back-to-back, surrealistic to go with an even more unreal metal with a very avant-garde viewpoint. "Sumerian Daemons" is not just another metal album but actually a rare gem to be listened over and over to discover all of its facets.

The great elements used by the guys are; powerful and awesome riffs, crazy drumming, cool and hypnotic lead guitar parts, demoniacally good deep death vocals, haunting choirs, operatic female vocals, samplings (industrial), majestic keyboards all this woven into a superb melodic structure; breathtaking and fulfilling opus. Nothing has been left aside or overlooked in turning this thrilling musical adventure into a masterpiece.

Bottom Line: An incredible godly creation.

Categorical Rating Breakdown

Musicianship: 10
Atmosphere: 10
Originality: 10
Production: 9
Overall: 9

Rating: 9.6 out of 10

Review by JD on March 29, 2011.

Being impressed is getting harder to come by these days for me. I always look for those golden bands that really do knock my socks off, but that sort of reaction comes around fewer and fewer times now. Greece’s Septic Flesh has impressed me on a few occasions - now with hearing their 2008 release "Communion"... I find myself smiling.

Under the heading of Atmospheric Death Metal Septic Flesh is a perfect band for just such a term. With unmistakeable quality of having such a brutal sound that is infused with such a huge amounts of pure talent and a mound of energy as well this Greeks will not be ignored or looked over. Reminding me sort of Cradle Of Filth but having the explosive dynamic of Cannibal Corpse - the band certainly has the might.

Songs like the ruthless riffing of 'Anubis' to the all out aggression fuelled of 'We, The Gods' showcase so very clear the massive amounts of that talent that Septic Flesh sports. This band is progressive as any out there, but they are fortified with this ceratin power that not many matches. They are pure musicians playing some of the most gigantic sounding Death Metal.

I always say that talent cannot be ever ignored, no matter what the medium is. Septic Flesh is a band that clearly makes that point so obvious, yet still gets overlooked. With Style, Aggression, Speed, Heavy and 100% Attitude, these guys are a metal fans ultimate dream, and the world needs to get septic, and enjoy the flesh.

Categorical Rating Breakdown

Musicianship: 8.5
Atmosphere: 9
Production: 8
Originality:8
Overall: 8.5

Rating: 8.4 out of 10