• Hi! Can you tell me about WARTHRASH? Why did you choose that name for the band? What kind of ideas does the band explore?
The name Warthrash came up back in early 2005 when the band was formed. At that time we were younger and deeply into the sound of traditional thrash metal, especially the classic 80s style. War and destruction were themes that were always strongly connected to the genre itself, so we started playing with words related to that imagery and eventually came up with “Warthrash.” We liked how it sounded immediately, and that became the band’s name.
As for the ideas the band explores, our inspiration has always been very personal. We talk a lot about human nature, inner conflicts, personal demons, death, and the transition between life and death. Those themes have always been at the core of the band both lyrically and aesthetically.
• The album "No Light Shall Remain" will be released in June. How does that make you feel? Do you feel that you have put the album out to the masses without any desire to change anything now?
We are very happy with the final result of No Light Shall Remain, although I think every musician always feels there is something that could have been improved. When we listen back to the mix and mastering today, there are small details we probably would polish differently now, but nothing too serious.
At the end of the day, the album represents the creative work of all four members, and it came out the way it did because that was the right moment for those songs. We also believe those imperfections make the record feel honest and real.
• Can you tell me more about "No Light Shall Remain"? What were the ideas behind the album?
The ideas behind No Light Shall Remain are closely connected to the themes Warthrash has always explored. The album deals with what we are as human beings, our relationship with the world around us, and with our own inner demons.
At the same time, we always try to give each album something extra in terms of atmosphere and aesthetics. With this record, we worked a lot on the visual concept as well. The artwork, illustrations, and paintings were designed to match the lyrical content of the album, so the physical edition is filled with visual details that connect directly with the themes of the songs.
• Where do you draw inspiration from?
The band’s inspiration has always come from personal experiences and human emotions: inner conflicts, demons, death, and that transition between life and death. Those ideas naturally become part of the music and lyrics we create.
• How would you best define WARTHRASH's sound?
Warthrash has a fast, crushing, dense, and aggressive sound. We have always focused on making powerful and dynamic metal without following trends or trying to adapt to whatever style is fashionable at the moment.
We simply try to create honest music based on what we genuinely enjoy listening to and what naturally comes out when we play together and bring ideas into the band.
• Are you on hiatus now, just relaxing and looking for album feedback, or have you started composing new material immediately?
Right now the band is mainly focused on the release of the album and preparing live shows for it. We already have some shows planned for the rest of 2026, so our attention is mostly on that at the moment. Of course, the creative side never really stops, and there are already some new ideas floating around, but nothing too concrete yet.
• Who are your main musical influences? How much of an impact have they had on your sound?
Our influences are very diverse because we are four different people with some shared tastes and others that are very different from each other.
For example, our bassist Silent is heavily into black metal and death metal. Merciless, our guitarist, is very influenced by classic death metal and traditional heavy metal. Nosferatu and I, Caronte, are deeply into traditional heavy metal, old-school thrash, and classic death metal.
All those influences mix together naturally and shape the overall sound of Warthrash.
• Is there a particular well-known musician that you would like to collaborate with on one of your upcoming albums?
It would definitely be great to collaborate with some of the old-school metal musicians who influenced us throughout the years, but honestly, we do not have anyone specific in mind right now.
At the moment, we are mainly focused on developing the band with the four of us and continuing to push forward with our own ideas and vision.
• What is your personal strategy for getting your music heard by a larger audience?
Our strategy for reaching a wider audience is mainly to keep building connections with media outlets like this one and continue spreading the band through different channels.
We also want to release the album in other formats such as vinyl and cassette, although those plans are still in progress.
• Do you have any hobbies besides music?
All four of us are involved in many activities beyond music, including painting, motorcycles, sports, reading, film, and board games. We are quite different as individuals, which means there are many areas where we connect and others where our interests diverge. Even so, we all enjoy exploring different artistic expressions and drawing inspiration from a wide range of creative pursuits.
• Are you all supported by your families in your dedication to music?
Our families played a fundamental role in supporting us as we grew up, since all four of us started making music at a very young age. Without their encouragement, our individual journeys would have been far more difficult. We are deeply grateful for the constant support they have given to each of us over the years. To this day, they continue to stand by us, and that is something we value immensely.
• How is the metal scene in Colombia right now? Is it easy to play gigs and buy records there these days?
The metal scene in Colombia is remarkably strong, with outstanding bands spanning virtually every subgenre. There is also a very loyal audience that continues to strongly support physical formats, so tapes, CDs, and LPs are still bought and sold regularly. Many Colombian bands remain deeply rooted in the classic metal sound of the 1980s, which continues to shape and define much of the scene today.
• Thank you for answering my questions. See you on the road!
Thank you for having us!! Cheers!!
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