The metal band Sepultura is on tour Celebrating Life Through Deathwhich will mark their final farewell to the stage. The tour, which has already visited several countries in Latin America, is now in its second stop in Brazil and will continue in North America and Europe in 2024. However, one question worries fans: when will the band’s last show be?
In an interview with the newspaper O Globo, the guitarist Andrea Kisser commented on the matter, clarifying that, although there is no precise date for the final show yet, the band has a deadline set so that the farewell does not drag on indefinitely. “We have a deadline of 2026 to do the last show. We want to celebrate without rushing, stretching it out as long as possible”Kisser said.
Even with the end of the band near, the guitarist revealed that there are still dreams to be realized, such as playing in places where the Serious never been, including Iceland and Alaska. “It’s like we’re really dying. Let’s make our dreams come true before we leave all this for the better,” he said referring to the farewell atmosphere.
In addition to the shows, the band also plans to release a live album to celebrate their 40-year career and hasn’t ruled out the possibility of an EP with new songs. Kisser also hinted at the possibility of a special final show, which the brothers could participate in. Igor AND Max Cavalerafounders of the band who broke up with the group. “The idea is this. Whether this will happen depends on many things”he commented.
THE Serious announced a farewell tour in 2023, after two years of internal debate over the decision to end activities. “We left the scene calmly, at peace with ourselves. I didn’t want to see Sepultura end up in a fight or get too old to enjoy it. It’s a beautiful story. That’s why we’re here stronger than ever. It’s a special time to stop.”he concluded Andrea Kisser.
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Sepultura Singer Speaks Out About Eloy Casagrande’s Departure
Derrick Greensinger of Seriousshared his deep surprise and shock at receiving the news of the drummer’s departure Eloy Casagrande of the band in February of this year. In an interview with Blabbermouth, Derrick revealed that after learning of the decision, communicated by guitarist Andrea Kisserhe felt like he was “fall into a black hole.”
Eloy’s departure was unexpected for everyone, including his bandmates. During an extraordinary meeting, the drummer announced that he had signed a contract with the Sliding knotwhich led to his immediate departure from Seriouswhere he played for 13 years. “I was trying to catch my breath while Andreas was explaining everything,” Derrick reported.
The band expressed surprise at the time at Eloy’s abrupt departure, which occurred without any prior warning or discussion regarding the transition. In an official statement, the Serious he stressed that the communication was direct and definitive, with Eloy’s immediate withdrawal from all activities related to the group.
After Eloy’s departure, the Serious continued his tour, with Greyson Nekrutman taking on the role of drummer. Meanwhile, the Sliding knotcelebrating 25 years of career, they started their tour with a setlist focused on lesser-known songs, leaving out big hits like Vermilion, Before I forgetAND Duality.
The new phase of Eloy’s career with the Sliding knot It also marks his debut with the band, something that, according to his partner Ariane Garcia, was a dream come true. Sliding knot will close the two evenings of Knotfest, a festival that will be held in Brazil in October, consolidating the new journey of Eloy Casagrande in the metal band.
Source: Terra
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