New York Thrash QUEMASANTOS Channels Loss From Cancer Into Lyrical Fury with “Burning the Black”

New York thrash QUEMASANTOS is turning up the heat with their scorching new lyric video ‘Burning the Black’, a vision accumulated through time turned into a metal track that was born from grief, rage, and love. It emerged from the pain of witnessing cancer’s devastating impact.

Watch and listen to the lyric video for ‘Burning The Black’ at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FEYV-nt0x28

“In the past, vocalist Nelson Diaz has always come up with the concepts for the music they’ve been writing. This time, I asked him to work under my concept, which was based on what I was experiencing at the time (which was during the time before my wife’s passing). He kindly agreed to do it, and I’m just happy with the way he performed and used all the material I gave him. He’s a true friend and a master of metal interpretation. I love him,” adds Ignacio Orellana (Bass/Guitars/Drums).

‘Burning the Black’ is an analogy to the process of receiving chemotherapy, which burns the cancer cells in the body. The concept for the track came to Ignacio Orellana while watching his wife fight cancer for six years, which tragically ended with her dramatic death. The lyrics are narrated from the perspective of death, constantly reminding you that it will take you and that no matter what you do, it’s inevitable. The music encapsulates the life cycle of a person, beginning with the gradual and transformative changes life brings and concluding in a manner reminiscent of its inception.

“On a personal note, this has been a brutal and devastating time, as well as strange to lose my life partner of 31 years. It still feels unreal. This song is essentially what I can translate from the experience of being there next to her and witnessing her decline from good to bad. I genuinely hope that people can understand it the way I’m trying to convey it. I loved my wife, and she will always be with me,” says Orellana.

Quemasantos is Nelson Diaz (singer and concepts) & Ignacio Orellana (bass/guitar/drums).

The guest musician for this track was Felipe Roa, the lead guitarist for metal bands Acaro and Shadows Fall (touring member). With extensive studio recording and touring experience, Roa has also owned and operated Boston Guitar Tech, providing professional services such as guitar setups, fretwork, electronics, and online and in-person lessons.

Vocal tracks recorded at Studios Ultrasonico, Santiago, Chile.
Felipe Roa’s tracks were recorded at his studio.
Mixed and mastered at Oily Sound Studios in New York City by Ignacio Orellana.

More info:

https://quemasantos.com

http://quemasantos.bandcamp.com

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New York Thrash QUEMASANTOS Releases ‘Under The Moonlight’ Lyric Video

Thrash metal duo Quemasantos has released the lyric video for their new track, “Under The Moonlight”. As always, Quemasantos has meticulously crafted every aspect of the track. Nelson Diaz designed the lyrics and concepts, while Ignacio Orellana, at the renowned Oily Sound Studios, handled the music production, recording, mixing, and mastering. This track showcases the band’s remarkable dynamic range and exceptional musicianship. Blistering guitar riffs, thunderous drums, and powerful, gritty vocals create an intense and captivating soundscape.

Nelson Diaz comments:

“Under the moonlight, it’s a reflection of a feeling of horror and despair, feeling like you could transform into a wild animal, losing your mind and endangering those you love. It’s similar to moments of uncontrolled anger that cause some people to make mistakes they’ll pay for the rest of their lives.”

“We are thrilled to share ‘Under The Moonlight’ with our fans,” expressed [Ignacio Orellana]. “This track embodies the raw intensity and passion that drives our music, and we can’t wait for everyone to experience it. It’s a true honor to have Sebastian Osorio back on board, as he played a pivotal role in our early days in 2012, contributing to the solo of ‘Somos Legion. ’ His presence here, working with us once again, is a pure privilege.”

Quemasantos has been a formidable force since its formation in [2012], consistently pushing the boundaries with their aggressive sound. The band continues to build on its legacy with this latest release, promising an unforgettable auditory experience.

This release marks a pivotal moment in Quemasantos’ musical journey, signifying a bold new chapter in their artistic evolution. The track skillfully merges their signature thrash metal style with innovative musical elements, showcasing the band’s remarkable growth as artists. Notably, we had the privilege of collaborating with our esteemed friend Sebastian Osorio (Reigning) to contribute to the solo sections of the song.

Edited by Promusicvideo, you can watch and listen to the lyric video for “Under The Moonlight” featuring a guest solo from Sebastian Osorio (Reigning) at https://youtu.be/7k3SmztVOrw?si=L0KcqWo4MRYMr9NK

Quemasantos is:
Nelson Diaz – Vocals
Ignacio Orellana – Bass/Guitars/Drums

More info:

https://quemasantos.com

http://quemasantos.bandcamp.com

http://instagram.com/quemasantos1

http://www.facebook.com/quemasantos

http://www.twitter.com/quemasantos1

New York Thrash QUEMASANTOS Unleash Lyric Video ‘Stalking Sharks’ ft. Marco Cusato (Warpath, Somberwind)

New York’s Quemasantos have released a lyric video for their new single ‘Stalking Sharks’ featuring a guest guitar solo from Marco Cusato (Warpath, Somberwind). Written and performed entirely by Ignacio Orellana along with the lyrics, vocals, and overall concept conceived by Nelson Diaz.

This is the band’s first track in English since they formed in 2012 with Spanish lyrics.

‘Stalking Sharks’ is available on all major streaming platforms such as Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube Music. Stream this and all the Quemasanto’s music on the band’s Bandcamp.

Watch the lyric video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=85sNrfe0oFU

Nelson Diaz comments:

“Returning to the direct thrash with warlike inspirations is something that shakes me internally, especially if it is with musicians of the caliber of Ignacio (Orellana) and our special guest Marco Cusato, who is an eminence of Latin American thrash.”

Ignacio Orellana comments:

“For us, it’s a privilege to be able to create music, specifically Thrash metal music. It is what moves us and what has inspired us since we were kids. To be able to work with some of your childhood heroes it is just a dream come true. Happy to be alive and keep doing what we do best.”

All the music of ‘Stalking Sharks’ was recorded at Oily Sounds Studios in NYC. The vocals and the guitar solo were recorded at Attic Studios in Chile by Marco Cusato.

Quemasantos is:
Nelson Diaz – Vocals
Ignacio Orellana – Bass/Guitars/Drums

More info: http://quemasantos.bandcamp.com