 The band was intended as a one time project, and recruited a vocalist known simply as "Harry" to help record a four-song demo tape.This demo began to circulate and caught the attention of future guitarist Leo, who had gained experience in a Metallica and Megadeth cover band.In June 1996, Azhar Sianturi joined Kekal and the band recorded its official demo, entitled "Contra Spiritualia Nequitiae", using the songwriting and production talents of Jeff Arwadi, who was also a member of the group Inner Warfare.