Hailing from the United States, one-man black metal project TSIRHIC is bringing the underground black metal aesthetic of the mid-to-late 1990s back into focus with its debut mini-album, "To Satan I Reply...". The five-track release, due out through Iron Bonehead Productions, is now available to stream in its entirety via the Black Metal Promotion YouTube channel ahead of its international release.

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Running approximately 25 minutes, "To Satan I Reply..." stands out for its dedication to the underground black metal aesthetic of the 1990s. TSIRHIC's music is built around cold riffing, raw production, and a ceremonial atmosphere reminiscent of acts such as MOONBLOOD, JUDAS ISCARIOT, and OSCULUM INFAME. At the heart of the recording is an approach that stays clear of the polish of modern production, preserving a sense of human touch throughout.

That atmosphere is equally evident in the vocals. TSIRHIC's one-man lineup delivers a harsh and primitive vocal style that recalls distinctive figures of the 1990s black metal scene such as Hat of GORGOROTH and Meyhna'ch of MÜTIILATION. The combination of cold yet energetic riffing and a mystical atmosphere throughout the songs further emphasizes the mini-album's commitment to the aesthetics of the era.

The album features five tracks: 'Blessed Be', 'H.I.P.C.', 'God Dethroned', 'The Prophecy of Gog', and 'Mockery of Solitude'. Coming in at nearly 25 minutes, the recording presents TSIRHIC's musical approach in a concentrated format rather than across a full-length album.

"To Satan I Reply..." will be released by Iron Bonehead Productions on August 21 in CD and 12" vinyl formats. The complete mini-album is available to stream via the Black Metal Promotion YouTube channel ahead of its international release.


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