(and now works for George Lucas' ILM company), hence, the band had to recruit a new drummer. Absu vocalist and drummer Proscriptor soon filled the vacant position. From that point on, Melechesh have released two full-length albums: Djinn (2001), dealing with Mesopotamian mythology, and Sphynx (2003), dealing with Mesopotamian/Sumerian mythology while always keeping the dark and Near Eastern occult themes close to their hearts. The band recorded their fourth and highly acclaimed album Emissaries which is available in Europe (Osmose Productions) and by The End Records in the United States and Canada. Meanwhile, Xul has replaced Proscriptor as the band's full-time drummer. A documentary was begun filming the founder, about his plight to create the band. Despite the first director leaving the film after losing all footage he did in Jerusalem another director took over and the project is still on track. Ashmedi's biographical articles can be found on several reputable websites and printed magazines around the world, such as the magazines Decibel and Legacy. Meanwhile, since the release of the highly acclaimed The Epigenesis, Melechesh have been continuously touring around the world to further promote the album. On 13 August 2013, Melechesh announced via their Facebook page that both Moloch and Ashmedi amicabliy decided that the former should leave the band, due to academic commitments. It was also revealed that drummer Xul was dismissed in July on good terms. Sirius has been drafted, after one gig the collaboration ended and the position is open for a guitar player. A new drummer will be announced in the future. It is also understood that Scorpios' position in the band is that of a full-time member. Band members Current members Ashmedi – lead vocals, guitars, sitar, keyboards, piano (1993–present) Former members Uusur – bass (1995–1996) Thamuz – bass (1995) Cimeries – keyboards (1995) Al Hazred – bass, vocals (1996–2008) Proscriptor McGovern – drums, percussion, vocals (1999–2005) Xul – drums (2005–2013) Rahm – bass (2010–2011) Scorpios – bass, vocals (backing) (2013–2016) Current live members Nomadic Soul – guitars (2019–present) Nomadic Soul – bass (2020–present) Simon Škrlec (BOBNAR) – drums (2015, 2016–present) Session/live musicians Simon Škrlec (BOBNAR) – drums (2015, 2016–present) Kevin Paradis – drums (2014, 2015) Geert Devenster – guitars Kawn – bass, vocals (2007–2008) Malak Al'Maut – guitars (2008–2009) Rahm – bass (2009–2010) Aethyris MacKay – guitars (2011) Scorpios – bass, backing vocals (2012–2013) Max Power – guitars (2013) Ralph Santolla –