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

  Jul 25, 2025 Fistoffreedom 0 Comments

   

   

  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.
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  ​"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.
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  ​"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.
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  ​Quemasantos is Nelson Diaz (singer and concepts) & Ignacio Orellana (bass/guitar/drums).
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  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.
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  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.
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  ​More info:

  ​https://quemasantos.com

  ​http://quemasantos.bandcamp.com

  ​http://instagram.com/quemasantos1

  ​http://www.facebook.com/quemasantos

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• QUEMASANTOS - Release New Track 'Under The Moonlight"

  Mar 28, 2025 ArmyOfOneTV 0 Comments

  
  
  

  New York, NY, March 28, 2025 —  Hailing from the vibrant heart of New York City, the thrash metal duo Quemasantos is poised to electrify the metal scene with their highly anticipated new track, “Under The Moonlight,” set to drop on April 1, 2025. Renowned for their unwavering energy and ferocious sound, Quemasantos is poised to deliver yet another explosive anthem that promises to captivate metal enthusiasts worldwide.
   

  Listen to ‘Under The Moonlight’, at the band's Bandcamp page before Spotify, below:
  https://quemasantos.bandcamp.com/track/under-the-moonlight
   

  “Under The Moonlight” marks a pivotal moment in Quemasantos’ musical journey, signifying a bold new chapter in their artistic evolution. This 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.

   

   

  

   

  As always, Quemasantos has meticulously crafted every aspect of the track. Nelson Diaz meticulously designed the lyrics and concepts, while Ignacio Orellana at the renowned Oily Sound Studios handled the music production, recording, mixing, and mastering. This track exemplifies 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 have commented:

  “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 their formation in [2012], consistently pushing the boundaries with their aggressive sound. The band continues to build on their legacy with this latest release, promising an unforgettable auditory experience.
   

  "Under The Moonlight" will be available on all major streaming platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music, starting April 1, 2025. Fans can also look forward to an electrifying music video, which will premiere on the same day on the band’s official YouTube channel.

   

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• QUEMASANTOS release ‘Arcangel 6’ symphonic featuring MELHALLER

  Nov 5, 2024 ArmyOfOneTV 0 Comments

  

  Quemasantos, a Spanish metal project formed by Ignacio Orellana (Pirosaint) and Rob Díaz (Vastator) in 2012, has released a symphonic version of the track 'Arcángel 6', originally included on their self-titled album released via Digmetalworld and distributed by MVD in the United States in 2022.
  
  You can listen to the track ‘Arcangel 6’ here:
  
  

   

  The new version of ‘Acangel 6’ is a dark and intense mix, which this time features the special participation of Melhaller, a composer who since 2016 has given life to his solo project that fuses symphonic metal with occultism and mystical systems. Arcangel 6, symphony version was remixed and remastered by Ignacio Orellana at Oily Sound Studios in New York City. The concept art was created by Rob Diaz.

  
  In the words of Rob Díaz:

  “This new version of Arcángel 6 exacerbates the anguish in a release that mixes elements of cosmic horror and religiosity, both inserted in music of great intensity and the drama of classic horror.”

   

   

  

  Quemasantos - Arcangel 6 Symphonic is:
  
  

  Rob Diaz - Vocals

  Regisson Silva / Guitars

  Melhaller - Keyboards and effects.

  Ignacio Orellana - Bass/Drums

   

  More information here:

  https://quemasantos.com 

  https://instagram.comquemasantos1

   

  

  About MELHALLER
  
  

  MELHALLER -formerly Patricio Melhaller- is a self-taught composer of symphonic metal, dark neoclassical and industrial music from Santiago, Chile. He began his solo musical composition work in early 2016, shaping his long-awaited project, uniting music and his interest in various mystical systems and the occult.
  
  Melhaller has been musically influenced by composers such as Beethoven, Stravinsky, Stockhausen and Kylar, and bands such as Devil Doll, Elend and Therion. His sources of inspiration include Eastern and Western philosophy, mystical religious traditions and the occult, particularly the teachings of the Left Hand Path.

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• QUEMASANTOS release its new album

  Apr 4, 2022 ArmyOfOneTV 0 Comments

   

  

  New York based band Quemasantos is an international metal music project in Spanish with musicians from Brazil, United States and Chile. Everything started with the simple idea of creating a single track for a compilation  of bands protesting for a better equality in education in Chile. As a result the track ‘Somos legion’ was born and then it was licensed and published by the producers of the Canadian TV show ‘Motive’ for the episode 3 of their 4th season called: ‘Index Case’. From there there was only the process of creating more metal music in Spanish throughout the internet.

  The album Quemasantos was recorded  between 2015-2022. It was mixed and mastered by Ignacio Orellana at Oily Sound Studios in NYC. The album contains 9 tracks including 2015’s version of ‘Somos Legion’ mixed and mastered by Ignacio Figueroa in Viña del Mar, Chile.
  
  

  Rob Diaz have commented:

  ‘This was a production that touches current social themes such as addiction, religion, technology and pollution; with an abroad vision with drops of Sci-fi. Everything framed in a sonic metal ambiance that is direct and raw at times’.
  
  

  

  The very firs music video supporting this release will be called ‘12 Balas’ and it is schedule to be public on April 15th, 2022 at 12pm directly on the band’s Youtube channel:
  
  Watch the promo for the music video ’12 Balas’ here: https://youtu.be/tgrBLw69Gnc

  Tracklist:

  1. Planeta Rojo
  2. Acceso Denegado
  3. Justicia Digital
  4. Arcangel 6
  5. Quemasantos
  6. Seda y Acero
  7. 12 Balas
  8. Somos Legion (2020) feat. Gonzalo Rodriguez
  9. Somos Legion (2015) bonus

   

  

  Quemasantos is:
  Rob Diaz - Vocals (All the tracks)
  Regisson Silva - Guitars (tracks: 1,2,3,4,5)
  Ignacio Orellana - Drums (All the tracks) and Bass (track: 4)

  Musicians that also have participated:
  Marcelo De Venezia (Weichafe) - Bass (tracks: 1,2,3)
  Bill Smith (Pirosaint/Sacred Oath) - Guitars (tracks: 6,7,8,9)
  Ron Buckner (Pirosaint/Downfire) - Bass (tracks: 6,7,8,9)
  Gonzalo Rodriguez (Pirosaint) - Vocals (track: 8)
  Sebastian Osorio (Reigning) - Guitar solo (tracks: 8,9)

  For more information visit: Quemasantos.com

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