1.For those that have never heard of you before, can you tell us a little bit about the solo project?
I’ve had the idea for this project for a long time. When I was younger, I was very closed off from the world. I knew I needed a way to express my feelings and thoughts in a way I could enjoy. I always had ideas about writing and composing music, but at the time, I couldn’t afford a studio or the necessary instruments. So, everything felt like a "no-go" for me. Last year, things finally started to align, and I’ve been able to accomplish what I always wanted. All the feelings and thoughts (especially the negative ones) from back then have finally found a way.
2.So far you have released one album with this project, can you tell us a little bit more about the musical style that you went for on the recording?
I’ve always been drawn to music, especially black metal and DSBM. I really identify with those genres. For the style of this album, I wanted the songs to feel slow in terms of atmosphere but also have fast riffs. Finding a balance between the two was essential.
3.One thing that stood out on the album was the growling vocal style being mixed in with dsbm, what was the decision behind using deeper vocals?
My voice is naturally very deep, and I’ve struggled to hit higher pitches, no matter how much I’ve tried. That’s why I decided to combine my vocals with a doom-style influence. I’m actively working on reaching higher tones for the next record, though.
4.What are some of the lyrical topics and subjects you have explored so far with the music?
The Forsaken Forest is a concept album. It explores the onset of depression and its progression toward suicide. I’m a fan of forests, so I used them as a metaphor. For anyone who has contemplated suicide, it’s like imagining how their final days might unfold. The themes for each song include depression, self-hate, isolation, and suicide.
5.Originally the project was called 'Darkness', what was the cause of the name change and also the meaning and inspiration behind the name 'Forsaken'?
Darkness is lack of light. When I named the project Darkness, it reflected how I saw myself—lacking light (life). I later changed the name to Forsaken because I wanted to shift my perspective on myself and connect the new name to the album’s lyrical themes. It's also an analogy of the person that has been abandoned from everything and everyone, isolated. The complete name of the band should had been "The Forsaken".
6.Can you tell us a little bit more about the artwork that is presented on the new album cover?
The artwork represents a person who has ended his life, hanging from a tree in the forest, the place where he finally found peace. The ravens around them symbolize the people who were once close to him. All of this represented my own idea of dying. In the song Lights Out, the lyrics say: "Now I’ll share my pain with you, now I’ll give you my burden". This is depicted in the artwork, where the ravens are watching as the person ties the rope around his neck. When the person takes his final action, the ravens react: flying and crying. The cover essentially brings this imagery to life.
7.With this project you record everything by yourself, are you open to working with other musicians or do you prefer to work solo?
Yes, I’d like to collaborate with other musicians, either as featured artist or through split records. It would be great to exchange ideas and work alongside fellow musicians.
8.The album was released on 'Project 133 Records', can you tell us a little bit more about this label?
In my country, there aren’t any labels that support this genre. So, I decided to create my own label to support underground bands in the Bolivian black metal scene. It’s still in its early stages, but I hope it will make a difference here. The number 133 is something personal that has always been significant to me, so I incorporated it into the brand.
9.On a worldwide level how has the reaction been to your music by fans of dsbm and doom metal?
I’m just starting out, so people are still discovering my music. I’ve gained some followers from places like Australia, Canada, Mexico, the United States, Hungary, Egypt, and England. I think they’ve connected with the concept and style of the album. I’m deeply grateful for their support.
10.Where do you see yourself heading into as a musician during the future?
I’m not a stage artist, so no gigs for me. I’ll stick to my roots but also work on expanding them to become more versatile.
11.What are some of the bands or musical styles that have had an influence on your music and also what are you listening to nowadays?
Many bands have shaped me, including Aaskereia, ColdWorld, Bethlehem, Decalius, Silencer, Shining, and Psychonaut 4. They’ve been crucial to my development. I also want to give a shoutout to Gorgoroth, Besatt, Tsjuder, Svarttjern, and Satanic Warmaster, Marduk, King Diamond, Sodom, early Cradle of Filth, Kat, who’ve inspired my career. Lately, I’ve been listening to Exiled from Light and Heimdalls Wacht. Both are fantastic bands.
12.Before we wrap up this interview, do you have any final words or thoughts?
It's being an incredible journey. I deeply appreciate my fans and the music itself. I’m proud to have shared a part of myself with the world. Thank you for the opportunity to share my story through this interview.
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