Maledictvs Peste Interview

 

1. For those who have never heard of you, can you tell us a little about the band?

 Maledictvs Peste is a Black Death Metal band that was formed in mid-2023 in Santiago, Chile; by myself (Rddrhsllks) on guitar and F., on drums. In 2024, Nekromaniac joined to provide vocals and unleash the misanthropic rage that characterizes us, devastating the musical canons of contemporary music with bestiality, without respite or mercy. We seek existential destruction! 

2. So far you've released a demo. Can you tell us a little more about the musical style you chose for the recording? 

Yes, so far we've only released the MMXXV Demo, which has three songs plus an intro. From the very beginning of Maledictvs Peste, the idea has always been to keep our work as raw as possible, without embellishing the instruments, resulting in the most organic final mix. The band's naturalness lies in staying true to its raw edge and not following the despicable paths of post-production, where there's more digital effects and computerized sounds than talent or good ideas. We aim to create discomfort in the listener. 

3. What are some of the themes and lyrical issues the band has explored so far in its music?

 Contempt for all forms of existence and the eternal destruction of humanity influence us. 

4. What is the meaning and inspiration behind the name 'Maledictvs Peste'? 

This answer is linked to the next question.

 5. Can you tell us a little more about the artwork featured on the new demo cover? 

Well, it's an Italian painting from 1440, "Il Trionfo della Morte" (The Triumph of Death) (anonymous). The narrative of the image shows how death rides a horse in alliance with the Black Death and ravages everything in it´s path, crushing every social class without mercy. What the band demonstrates conceptually and musically is closely related to the events in this Italian artwork. 

6. Has the band performed any live concerts or is it open to the idea? 

So far, we've received a couple of invitations to play live, but for the moment, we haven't opened up the possibility. We want to record our work, and that's enough for now; although we're not completely closed off to playing live, it's not at the moment. It's worth noting that our work is so organic that it could be performed anywhere on this filthy planet. 

7. So far, very little is known about the band. Do you prefer to maintain a lower profile?

Yes, very little is known about the band, and it's our intention that it remains that way. The saturation of images and content on social media is something that disgusts us and makes us feel even more hatred for existence. The photo shoots and all the paraphernalia to see which band is the most evil in the world makes us laugh. We keep a low profile and just want to compose and assault eardrums. 

8. The physical version of the demo was released on 'Psalmodist Records'. Can you tell us a little more about this label? 

Psalmodist Records is a French label focused on the underground scene and 100% committed. They are very serious and efficient in their work. The release of the MMXXV DEMO by Jerome came about through an exchange of our tapes that Ediciones de la Anhedonia made with him; Jerome, upon hearing our music, was amazed and offered to reissue the demo, and we were very satisfied with the result. Their logistics for releasing it were very quick. The demo currently has three tape editions: first released by the label Norz Legio here in Chile, then by Ediciones de la Anhedonia in Mexico, and now by Psalmodist Records in this latest version. 

9. What has been the global reaction to your music from war, black, and death metal fans? 

The truth is, we haven't had many reviews of the demo (we're not that interested in that), but those who have had the chance to listen to it have given us a very positive response because they liked it quite a lot. We still think we don't want to overexpose the band and keep a lower profile, remaining true to the underground and appearing in worthwhile venues (like Voices From The Darkside, your site and among others). 

10. When can we expect a full album, and where do you see the band heading musically in the future?

 We're currently working on our first full-length album. We'll be recording it soon and hope to release it sometime this year, 2026.

 11. What are some of the bands or musical styles that have influenced your music, and what are you currently listening to? 

The band has significant influences such as Maniac Butcher, Abominator, Dødheimsgard, and Bestial Warlust; always maintaining the idea of performing a Black Death Metal that is not a copy of a copy of a copy of any band, maintaining our sound and influences. The South American sound is there, no mercy! 

12. Does Satanism or the occult play any role in your music? 

Eternal Self Destruction! 

13. Before we conclude this interview, do you have any final words or thoughts? 

Thank you so much for this opportunity and support. This is our first interview, and I think won´t be doing any more in the future.

https://maledictuspeste.bandcamp.com/music