Wanikiya Records is pleased to announce the addition of an innovative project to its roster, one that promises to captivate fans of avant-garde music, metal, and beyond: WAXWOLF. This project, a unique blend of death metal, progressive rock, fusion, and even chiptune, brings a fresh wave of creativity and originality, embodying the spirit of an artist in constant pursuit of expressive freedom.
The Essence of Waxwolf
Waxwolf was created as a “container” for the artist’s music, allowing for total creative freedom without stylistic constraints. The concept is to embrace each new composition as an independent journey, inspired by a desire for experimentation and the experience felt at the moment of writing. As the artist explains, the influences range from extreme metal to more unusual and hybrid soundscapes. “I’ve been described as ‘Zappa meets death metal,’” he says, “and while I’m flattered by such a comparison, I know I’m far from Zappa’s talent.” Waxwolf honors Frank Zappa’s pioneering vision, offering a musical experience that pushes well beyond traditional boundaries.
Origins and Evolution
Waxwolf has gone through several phases before arriving at Wanikiya Records. The initial debut dates back to the first demo, As Black As A Diamond, recorded with multi-instrumentalist Patrick Novara, who, before his passing, contributed his unique musical skills. After a period of pause and introspection, Waxwolf was reborn during the COVID-19 lockdown, when the artist delved into electronic music production (leading to the creation of Civitas Solis) and began planning the full recording of his work.
Prestigious Collaborations and Steady Growth
Waxwolf’s musical journey has been marked by collaborations with some of the biggest names in the international metal scene. With Hannes Grossmann on drums and a guest guitar solo by Christian Münzner, Our Love emerged as a work halfway between a demo and an EP. The release of The Golden Room, the first official EP, marked a new level of maturity, featuring Linus Klausenitzer on bass for the title track and cover art by artist Gaia Carlesso. Here, clarinetist Vittorio Sabelli (Dawn Of A Dark Age) began his collaboration, further enriching Waxwolf’s sound universe.
Upcoming EP and Collaboration with Wanikiya Records
Currently, Waxwolf is recording his third EP, titled Magic Madness Sadness. This project marks a step forward in complexity and ambition, with Hannes and Linus featured on all tracks and Vittorio Sabelli’s increasingly refined clarinet contributions. Visually, the cover art will be crafted by Helvetica Blanc, adding an extra layer of depth and visual impact to the EP, which will officially signal the beginning of Waxwolf’s collaboration with Wanikiya Records.
A Look Ahead
For Waxwolf, joining the Wanikiya Records family is a crucial opportunity to continue exploring musical experimentation and to reach a broader audience. The artist has more material in the works, ready to be recorded and shared, with the goal of offering fans unique, unconventional music, rich with fresh inspiration. “This project was created primarily for myself, but I enjoy being able to offer something different to those who appreciate musical experimentation.”
More information at https://www.facebook.com/WaxwolfOfficial
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