Interview No More Death

No More Death dive deeper into their apocalyptic narrative with Last Caesar, blending prophecy, power, and thrash intensity into a darker, more aggressive chapter of their evolving conceptual saga.

1. "Last Caesar" is described as a continuation of "The Death Is Dead", moving from the birth of humanity to its final era. What inspired you to build such a conceptual timeline across albums?

Without a doubt, to tell the most important story of humanity. That’s why, in the first album, we trace the creation of all things and focus on the greatest event in history, which took place 2,000 years ago. We also take a look at the consequences, promises, and prophecies that resulted from that event. In the second album, the second Act of our story, we travel in our time machine to the final years of that era. Years of darkness, suffering, and destruction for some, and a deep slumber for many others.

2. The new record promises a darker, more aggressive, and technical sound. What specifically pushed you to evolve in that direction compared to the debut?

I believe the album’s theme calls for a greater sense of tension on this record. The subject matter is truly dark and universal. So it was only natural for the album to turn out this way. But No More Death’s signature style of thrash metal remains intact. Lots of riffs, fast parts, slow parts, choruses to sing along to, double guitars, melody!!!

3. You cite influences like Slayer, Testament, and Exodus. How do you balance honoring those thrash roots while still shaping a distinct identity for No More Death?

I believe that this blend of the thrash greats (we can’t forget Metallica) with Sepultura’s Brazilian flair has forged No More Death’s style. Thrash is really a tricky genre because there are so many bands that sound like the classic ones. Many are just copies. And we’ve always chosen to find our own sound, identity, and style—something unique. And I believe we’ve managed to do that. From the logo, the cover art style, the sound, the songwriting (who starts a thrash album right with the chorus?). Everything to stand out from the ordinary and the obvious. The last thing we want is to sound like just another generic thrash band. And there are plenty of those out there—plenty! You look at the cover, the logo, the photos, listen to the music, and 10 minutes later you don’t even remember it. Because there are thousands just like it.

4. The title "Last Caesar" evokes power, collapse, and legacy. What does the "Last Caesar" symbolize within the album's narrative?

He will be the greatest world leader of all time. With the greatest power and total reach. With absolute control over the entire world, over all of humanity. Just as was prophesied thousands of years ago. More details coming very soon this July with the album release. Don’t miss it!!! Ahahahahaha

5. Tracks like "Merchants of Faith" and "Fake Peace" suggest strong thematic commentary. Are these songs rooted in current global realities, or more in a dystopian vision?

Both! In fact, the themes of these two tracks are already a reality today, but they will become much more significant in the future, with the arrival of the Last Caesar and his world government. One of his attributes will be to bring peace—a false world peace. “When they say, ‘Peace and safety,’ then the end will come”....

6. The inclusion of a possible heavy ballad stands out in an otherwise aggressive record. What made you explore that contrast, and how does it fit into the album's story?

I think an album or a song is a true reflection of who wrote and performed it at that moment. And I felt the need for this track. It’s slower, very melodic. Quite different from everything else we do. But it fits well on the album, especially because it’s a declaration of love for those who, in recent times, have been persecuted and need to remain faithful until the end. It fits perfectly into the context of the album.

7. You worked again with Demis Kohler on co-production. What does he bring to your sound that makes this collaboration so essential?

We definitely wanted to continue the successful partnership we had on the first album. Technically, he’s managed to create a truly killer sound for the album, just like on the first one—a sound that’s both old-school and modern. Aggressive yet contemporary. Without being totally polished and plastic like 99% of today’s bands. He’s managed to capture the essence of the ’80s and ’90s with a modern twist.

8. The cover art by Jean Michel (DSNS Art) looks like it plays a key role in setting the tone. How closely did you work with him to translate the album's concept visually?

Jean is a great Brazilian artist, recognized worldwide for his work with heavyweights like Metal Church, Queensryche, and others. He really captured the minimalist style of No More Death in new album art, and he absolutely nailed the cover for new album. I personally loved the result. Because in just one image, he manages to evoke the ancient Roman Empire while transporting the viewer into a dystopian future!

9. The track "2077" hints at a futuristic setting. Does the album lean more into science fiction, or is it a metaphorical extension of present-day issues?

The idea behind this title was precisely to set the entire story of the album in the relatively near future. It wasn’t meant to pinpoint a specific date; it was just a round, symbolic number. But it places the fulfillment of the great prophecy and the rise of the Last Caesar and his world empire in the future. And of course, the lyrics touch on technology—a scenario we’re beginning to see in terms of control. 

10. With the album releasing both digitally and physically across different regions, how do you see No More Death positioning itself in today's global thrash metal scene?

Brazil has always been one of the world’s leading exporters of thrash metal, whether through the old guard—like Sepultura, Korzus, and Ratos—or the new generation—like Violator, Nervosa, and other bands. I think No More Death is here to become yet another band that Brazil will export to the world. We’re quite different from all the bands I mentioned earlier, but we’re coming in strong to carve out our own space! 

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