Claustrofobia returns after the acclaimed album Unleeched, released by the American label M-Theory Audio and available in Brazil through Wikimetal Music. The record was featured by major outlets such as Metal Injection, Decibel Magazine, Roadie Crew, and more.
Now, the Brazilian band is promoting the single “AQUI NÃO” featuring João Gordo from Ratos de Porão. Released this Wednesday, the 14th, the track arrives alongside a music video created by Cyber Dog with the aid of Artificial Intelligence — marking the first time Claustrofobia has explored this technology — blended with footage of the band’s traditional performance.
Listen to the new single “AQUI NÃO” here – Artwork: Alcides Burn
About the single, Marcus D’Angelo says:
“‘AQUI NÃO’ is a 100% Brazilian Thrash–Core–Death crossover, with an acidic lyric that resonates across different layers, but that essentially makes it clear we will never be contaminated by human traps, amplified by the virtual world and dominant in today’s landscape, especially in Brazil”
He continues: The track reaffirms that we do not give up our principles, even at a time when everyone seems forced to surrender or adapt to some convenient rule. And nothing could be more fitting than calling on João Gordo, the absolute master of Brazilian crossover, to vociferate this resistance with us, spreading discomfort exactly to those who deserve to feel it.”
João Gordo, singer and front-man of Ratos de Porão, adds:
“Man, it’s an honor for me to take part in a Claustrofobia track. I’ve already appeared on songs by almost all the big metal bands in Brazil — Sepultura, Krisiun, Nervosa — and I always said, ‘damn, man, only Claustrofobia was missing.’ When I heard the song, I thought it was killer. Claustrofobia is one of the bastions of angry metal in Brazil. It’s really angry. I’ve seen their show from the side of the stage and was blown away by the fury, the hatred, and the fire in the eyes of those two brothers, man. Taking part in this song was a pleasure. It’s a conscious song, with good lyrics, you know? And in Portuguese too, which I value a lot, especially being sung here in our country. That’s it. There’s not much else to say. It’s badass.”
Claustrofobia channels its heavy metal energy through a solid career across Brazil, South America, Europe, and the United States. Currently living in the U.S., the band toured with Sepultura, opening shows on their farewell tour Celebrating Life Through Death, alongside Obituary and Agnostic Front. More recently, they opened 22 dates on CRYPTA’s North American tour.
Founded and led by the fiercely independent D’Angelo brothers since 1994, CLAUSTROFOBIA has maintained the same respect, attitude, and strong approach from the dirtiest underground clubs to today’s biggest stages.
Their unmistakable energy and authenticity have earned them a loyal fanbase across Brazil, South America, Europe, and the United States. It comes as no surprise that the band has shared the stage with metal royalty such as Iron Maiden, Slayer, Anthrax, and Sepultura, among others.
In 2019, Claustrofobia returned to Brazil for a historic performance at Rock in Rio, following a nationwide fan petition. The band was also personally invited by Slayer to open the group’s final show in São Paulo.
On their latest album, Unleeched, the band revisits its trademark aggressive sound while expanding its sonic palette across nine brand-new tracks. Produced by Adair Daufembach alongside the band, and recorded, mixed, and mastered by Daufembach in August 2020 at Northwood Sound Studio in Los Angeles, Unleeched is available on all digital platforms.
“Building a cult is one of those things that’s easy in theory but tough in practice. Or it is, anyway, if you’re not Claustrofobia — a Brazilian death metal-tinged trad-thrash ultra-power trio that will have you head banging” – Shawn Macomber, Decibel Magazine,
Genre: crossover
Label: M- Theory Audio
Production: Marcus D’Angelo & Caio D’Angelo
Recording: Brandon Hoffman – Las Vegas, NV, USA
Mastering: Alejandro Londoño Montoya at AJM Sound – Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Mixing: Brandon Hoffman at Black Format Audio
Lineup:
Marcus D’Angelo – Vocals and Guitar
Caio D’Angelo – Drum
CLAUSTROFOBIA online:
Facebook: https://pt-br.facebook.com/claustrofobiaofficial/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/claustrofobia_official
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/metalmaloka
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