Belëf by their one and only full-lenght album followed a newer direction of black metal, that skipped the strong mysterious atmosphere that was one of the essential features of the genre.
This style was the most effectively introduced by Marduk, and the members of Belëf would be in big trouble if they had to keep in secret their Marduk addiction. The exaggerated aggression that could be heard on "Infection Purification" is quite effective and the clear sound of the album increased it's level of extremity. Instead of the atmosphere they focused on chaotic themes, and therefore the main impression is not far from blackened death metal. Not to mention that their combination of aggressiveness and chaos resulted total insanity. By the lyrics they followed the same line. There are no fantasies of lurking evil or slowly embracing darkness, but mass destruction and some horror references. So even though the record is high quality allround, it's still not easy to go into or to enjoy in full-lenght without getting permanent brain damage. It might be not the most ideal decision to listen to for those who prefer the sound of Norwegian black metal. "Infection Purification" is more recommended for the fans of the intensiveness of black/death and for those who never can get enough from Marduk.
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