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The song "Azrael" is written about the biblical tale of lot and his daughters escaping Sodom as the angel Azrael descends from heaven to destroy the city. In the biblical rendition of the story Lot pleads with God that he might spare the city if there is but one good person in it, God agrees but is unable to find a single decent soul aside from Lot and his family. During their escape they are told to not look back and when Lot's wife does she is turned into a pillar of salt.

We've chosen the classic piece by John Martin depicting the scene to be the associated imagery for it's fiery palette and portrayal of lot's wife as a pillar of salt.

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Benighted winds of suffering,
You bear me no good fortune.
Cast your shadow elsewhere!
Please, stay your calloused hand

"Your foes have gathered against you!"
One pierced veil reveled garnet
leaking, streaking, stained opaque
My brother's light would soon fade black

Oh Azreal, I invoke thee on behalf of man.
Would you spare this blood born city,
For the sake of a righteous man?

Claim not I, the blameless mantel
But a servant of my own desire.
Would you stay your hand,
or make us the salt of the earth?

Oh Death Angel
You carry the sword of justice
Your power is devastation
Show me those destined for hell

Oh Azreal, I invoke thee on behalf of man.
Would you spare this blood born city,
For the sake of a righteous man?

Claim not I, the blameless mantel
But servant of my own desire.
Would you stay your hand,
or make us the salt of the earth?

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released March 31, 2018
Instruments, Vocals and Production: Rick Grimm
Mix Engineer: Thomas Campbell

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Rick Grimm's Illa Turba Melbourne, Australia

The band started out as a way for frontman and guitarist Rick to let out his creative soul but quickly developed. Forming in early the group quickly released a demo and set upon gigging. Due to some unfortunate circumstances the band had to undergo a lineup change before it could make any traction. However, they are on their feet again and about to change people's lives! ... more

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