Photo: Fernando Zannini — Artwork: Marcelo Tonidandel
Brazilian heavy metallers BLADES OF STEEL have released the single “Riders Of The Night”, featuring NERVOSA vocalist Prika Amaral. Along with the track, the band unveiled a stunning music video, which you can watch below.
Listen to the “Riders Of The Night” HERE
The follow-up to their acclaimed self-titled debut album ‘Blades of Steel’ (2025), the single is the first taste of their upcoming second album, scheduled for release next year. Produced by Val Santos (Viper), the track features a fuller, more aggressive sound, with a focus on guitar riffs. Regarding the composition, guitarist Jonas Soares comments:
“My idea for the song “Riders of the Night” was to present a song with a lot of riffs, influenced primarily by bass digger and accept, blending classical music in the bridge notes, along with a more emotional and striking vocal line, culminating in a powerful chorus. The second part of the song features a more 80s thrash metal style inspired by bands like Sodom and Destruction, as well as the overdubbed guitar work, based on one of our main influences, Judas Priest.”
Resurgent from a predominantly male scene, Blades of Steel focuses on female empowerment within traditional metal. The collaboration with Prika Amaral further reinforces the group’s purpose and mission.
Vocalist and founder Yara Haag shares the inspiration for “Riders Of The Night”:
“I wanted to create something from the heart, something that captured Prika’s essence: a free, fearless, biker woman who bravely faces the world to achieve her dreams. This song was born that way—as a tribute. It’s about a shared passion: motorcycles, but above all, it’s a tribute to the woman who has truly represented metal for so many years.”
Prika Amaral showcased her vocal talent for new musical styles: “This participation in this song is very special to me, as I recently became a vocalist. It was an incredible opportunity to create art alongside a friend and talented vocalist, and also to discover a new voice within myself for a different style. Furthermore, the song speaks to one of the things I love most in life: riding motorcycles!”
“Riders Of The Night” also marks a new stage for the band, with the new lineup and the maturation of their sound. “Now we have a better understanding of how we want our compositions to be, what truly represents the band, and what productions we’ll pursue from now on,” said Yara Haag.
BLADES OF STEEL continues working on the new album, promising a faster, more intense sound, but without abandoning its roots in traditional metal. “We want to explore new possibilities without losing what defines our identity as a band,” adds Yara Haag.
Blades of Steel is a Brazilian traditional heavy metal band formed with the purpose of honoring and revitalizing the genre’s roots. Their sound is driven by powerful riffs, powerful melodies, and lyrics that evoke themes of courage, resistance, and freedom. Influenced by classic bands such as Judas Priest, Manowar, Running Wild, Accept, and Saxon, Blades of Steel delivers a sound faithful to the old school while forging a unique identity.
In 2025, the band released their highly anticipated self-titled debut album, ‘Blades of Steel,’ produced, mixed, and mastered by Rafael Augusto Lopes (Crypta). The album was released on all major streaming platforms, as well as on CD and cassette, embracing the aesthetics and experience of classic heavy metal.
The release was praised for its authenticity and power, marking a significant milestone in the band’s journey and solidifying Blades of Steel as a rising force in the Brazilian and South American metal scenes.
The band is currently working on the compositions for their second album, scheduled for release in 2026. One of the highlights of the upcoming album is the bonus track featuring a special guest appearance by Prika Amaral (Nervosa), accompanied by a professional music video. This collaboration marks an important step in expanding the band’s reach to new audiences and markets.
Blades of Steel keeps the flame of true heavy metal alive, combining tradition, power, and professionalism at every stage of their career.
Genre: Heavy Metal
Label: Metal Relics
Production: Val Santos
Recording: Val Santos
Mixing and Mastering: Val Santos
Lineup:
Yara Haag- Vocals
Rafael Romanelli- Guitar
Jonas Soares- Guitar
Filippe Tonini- Bass
Bruno Carbonato- Drums (video)
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