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Sepultura Announce Farewell EP The Cloud of Unknowing as Final Chapter Nears

After more than four decades of redefining extreme metal, Sepultura prepare to close the book with one last powerful statement.

Brazilian metal titans Sepultura have officially announced their farewell release, The Cloud of Unknowing EP, marking the beginning of the end for one of the most influential heavy bands in modern music history. Set for release on April 24 via Nuclear Blast Records, the EP captures the band’s final creative chapter as they continue their global “Celebrating Life Through Death” farewell tour.

With more than 40 years behind them, 14 gold records, and performances across 80+ countries, Sepultura stand as Brazil’s uncompromising metal emissaries to the world. From thrash roots to groove-laden innovation, their sound has shaped generations. Now, rather than fade quietly, they’ve chosen to document one final artistic moment.

A Final Creative Statement

The Cloud of Unknowing is described as one of the band’s most diverse and emotionally resonant releases. Across four tracks, the EP reflects both the ferocity and introspection that have defined Sepultura’s legacy. It’s not simply a closing note — it’s a distilled expression of everything the band has become.

Tracklist:

  1. All Souls Rising
  2. Beyond the Dream
  3. Sacred Books
  4. The Place

All vinyl variants include a CD edition housed in a card wallet.

Available Formats:

  • Oxblood
  • Transparent Petrol (Nuclear Blast exclusive)
  • Crystal Clear (band exclusive)
  • Transparent Red (band exclusive)

“The Place” — A Reflection on Identity and Disillusionment

Sepultura have unveiled the EP track “The Place”, accompanied by a powerful new video. Vocalist Derrick Green explains that the song explores the psychological and emotional journey of immigrants seeking refuge, only to confront internalized self-hatred shaped by propaganda and false security.

According to Green, the song’s structure mirrors its lyrical arc — beginning in disappointment and evolving into anger — capturing the emotional transformation at the heart of the story.

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Celebrating Life Through Death — The Final Tour

As the curtain begins to fall, Sepultura are bringing their legendary live energy across the globe one final time. The “Celebrating Life Through Death” tour spans Australia, North America, and Europe, including major festivals such as:

  • Wacken Open Air (Germany)
  • Hellfest (France)
  • Graspop Metal Meeting (Belgium)
  • Copenhell (Denmark)
  • Bloodstock Festival (United Kingdom)

North American highlights include stops in Montclair, Detroit, Chicago, Denver, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, and more — alongside appearances at Sonic Temple Festival and Welcome To Rockville.

After decades of chaos, catharsis, and crushing riffs, this tour marks the final opportunity to witness Sepultura’s relentless live force.

Sepultura Line-Up

  • Derrick Green — Vocals
  • Andreas Kisser — Guitars
  • Paulo Jr. — Bass
  • Greyson Nekrutman — Drums

As one of metal’s most fearless innovators prepares to take its final bow, The Cloud of Unknowing stands as both a farewell and a reminder: true legacy is built through evolution, resilience, and uncompromising vision.

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🔥 SOULFLY Release New Music Video: “NO PAIN = NO POWER” 💀

New Music Video Unleashed + CHAMA Out Now via Nuclear Blast Records

Arizona’s extreme metal icons SOULFLY return in full tribal fury with their thirteenth album CHAMA — a blazing, bone-crushing testament to Max Cavalera’s unshakable creative spirit. The record summons the primal roots of SOULFLY’s legacy while igniting it with a modern, war-torn vitality. Heavy, spiritual, and raw, CHAMA proves that nearly three decades in, Max is still a master of the metallic ritual.

⚔️ ‘NO PAIN = NO POWER’ – THE WAR CRY
The new single, “No Pain = No Power,” erupts as a tribal-metal battle anthem, embodying SOULFLY’s trademark rhythm-driven ferocity. Featuring Gabriel Franco (Unto Others), Ben Cook (No Warning), and Dino Cazares (Fear Factory) on guitar, the track channels pure resistance and transformation — a sonic declaration that strength is forged through struggle.

Directed by Zyon Cavalera and edited by Cody Longhere, the accompanying video merges the worlds of metal and UFC, transforming pain into empowerment.
👉 Watch the official video here

💬 Max Cavalera on ‘No Pain = No Power’:

“To me, this is the ultimate guest song and video. Nikolas Motta, Biaggio, Dino, Igor A, Bootsie, Gabe, and Ben made this a collective masterpiece! Zyon took this album and video to the next level — it’s the first time he wrote and directed a video. Mixing UFC and Metal will hopefully inspire a whole new generation of fans! Chama!!

💬 Zyon Cavalera adds:

“It feels like just yesterday we were watching UFC fights as a family, dreaming of collaborating with a fighter. Then we saw Pereira using ‘Itsari,’ and we were hooked. ‘No Pain = No Power’ proves your dreams aren’t that far away.”

🔥 CHAMA – OUT NOW
Recorded at Platinum Underground Studio (Mesa, AZ) with producer Zyon Cavalera and Arthur Rizk (who also mixed and mastered), CHAMA captures the sound of evolution — tribal groove, industrial grit, and unrelenting spirit.

🎶 Tracklisting:

  1. Indigenous Inquisition
  2. Storm the Gates
  3. Nihilist
  4. No Pain = No Power
  5. Ghenna
  6. Black Hole Scum
  7. Favela / Dystopia
  8. Always Was, Always Will Be…
  9. Soulfly XIII
  10. Chama

Available in multiple formats including CD Jewel, Vinyl (Yellow/Orange Corona, Transparent Red w/ White Splatter, Red/Black Marbled, Picture Disc), and exclusive SOULFLY merch bundles.

👉 Order CHAMA here

🔥 The SOULFLY Tribe Rises Again – Favela Dystopia 2025 Tour
Alongside GO AHEAD AND DIE, SOULFLY’s 17-date West Coast tour ignites November 1st in Roswell, NM, storming across the U.S. before wrapping up November 23rd in Flagstaff, AZ.

👉 View all tour dates & get tickets

🌍 Worldwide Dates (2026):

  • 01.24 – Perth, AU – Froth & Fury Fest
  • 01.26 – Brisbane, AU – The Tivoli *
  • 01.27 – Newton, AU – Enmore Theatre
  • 01.30 – Melbourne, AU – Forum Melbourne
  • 01.30 – Wayville, AU – Froth & Fury Fest
    (*with NAILBOMB, SNOT)

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