From the band's official website: "Loits is a wakening for Iron Youth,
Loits is call to join the ranks of Legionaires, Loits is everything
what judeo-christianian democracy is not. Loits is Estonian National
Pride." In addition to this, the decorations on the band's logo leave
little to the imagination about their political inclinations. Whether
or not you give a damn about the above statements, be prepared for the
fact that there is a clear militaristic, nationalistic feel pervading
much of _Legion Estland_ (a look at the album title should indicate
both aspects quite clearly).However, those who are simply interested in some rocking black metal
fun need not worry about any of the above: this 7" EP provides just
that, tweaked in Loits' own style, and the band's political views
don't really get in the way of the music itself (so long as you skip
the redundant second track, "Terasvanne"). Loits infuse many of their
black metal riffs with touches of folky synth and an infectious rock
'n' roll vibe, resulting in songs that remain enjoyable without ever
trying to achieve a remarkable level of aggression, intensity or
atmosphere. It's not that the music comes across as relaxed; it's just
that with all the unholier-than-thou black metal bands out there
competing for the ultimate in the genre's extremity, Loits take a
rather different approach: their mid-paced riffs are pronounced rather
than rushed, and the songs are well defined. The fact this is only a
brief EP also helps keep each song relevant, but on the other hand
only the first and third track really have anything worthwhile to
offer (in addition to what I wrote above about the second track,
closer "Demon's Night" is only passable). While the music on _Legion
Estland_ won't exactly floor you, it is unlikely it will bore you
either; could be worth a punt if you're a fan of the genre and don't
mind the political crap.