MORTTICIA: Reviving the Spirit of Classic Heavy Metal from Brazil

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Founded in 2010 in the small city of Alegrete, RS (Rio Grande do Sul), Mortticia made a bold move in 2012 to Porto Alegre — the capital of the state — where they quickly emerged as one of Brazil’s leading proponents of the New Wave of Traditional Heavy Metal (N.W.O.T.H.M.).

N.W.O.T.H.M. is a global movement that aims to revive the classic sounds and spirit of 1980s heavy metal — powerful riffs, soaring vocals, and anthemic melodies — but with a modern and refined production. Mortticia embodies this philosophy: they remain rooted in the genre’s essence, while evolving their sound with contemporary sensibilities.

Discography & Evolution

Mortticia’s recorded output includes several standalone singles, an EP, and now — anticipation surrounding their forthcoming full-length debut.

  • Their debut EP, A Light in the Black, originally released digitally around 2020, was later pressed on CD (via Romanian label Pest Records) and cassette tape (through Brazilian label Rocketz Records).
  • The EP showcases their versatility: from the brooding heaviness of tracks like “Limiar,” through instrumental explorations such as “Dialektik,” to the epic, progressive-tinged “Ocean of Change.”
  • In 2023, they released the single Plethora — a composition meant to provoke existential reflection, inviting listeners to explore the infinite possibilities of the universe through powerful riffs and mesmerizing solos.
  • Most recently, in 2025 the band dropped their first power ballad, Mistakes — a poignant track reflecting on life’s mistakes and how these shape our path, adding depth and emotional nuance to their repertoire.

With each new release, Mortticia demonstrates growth: they have expanded from pure traditional-metal energy toward more melodic and emotional terrains, without abandoning their roots.

Line-up & Artistic Identity

As of the latest information: the band’s lineup consists of Lucas Zawacki (vocals), Lucio Brenner (rhythm guitar), Gustavo Galho (lead guitar), Guilherme Hoppen (bass), and Doug Mansur (drums).

In “Mistakes,” Mortticia worked with renowned producer Renato Osorio (ex-member of the Brazilian power-metal band Hibria), and for the first time incorporated keyboard arrangements (by Rafael Kurai), signaling a broader musical ambition and readiness to blend traditional metal with more layered compositional elements.

This evolution suggests Mortticia wants to transcend the limitations of “just another heavy-metal band” — instead offering a richer, more emotionally and musically varied experience, while staying loyal to the spirit of old-school metal.

What “Plethora” and “Mistakes” Show about Their Artistic Journey

The 2023 single “Plethora” represents Mortticia’s interest in existential themes — exploring cosmic vastness, the meaning of life, and human introspection — using heavy metal as a medium for philosophical reflection, not just aggression or rebellion.

Meanwhile, the 2025 “Mistakes” adds another dimension: introspection, remorse, life lessons, growth. By embracing a power-ballad format — slower tempo, emotive melodies, layered instrumentation with keyboards — Mortticia proves they are willing to diversify, to experiment, and emotionally connect with listeners beyond classic headbanging energy.

These steps hint that the upcoming debut album may well be a culmination of their experimentations — possibly blending aggressive classic metal, melodic power-metal, and introspective ballads, offering both intensity and depth.

Why Mortticia Matters Today — and What to Watch

  • In an era when many metal bands lean toward extreme subgenres (death, black, doom), Mortticia helps keep alive the melodic soul of traditional heavy metal — that balanced blend of power, melody, and atmosphere. For fans who cherish the golden age of metal, they are a modern beacon.
  • Their gradual evolution — from pure heavy-metal aggression toward more compositional maturity with keyboards and emotionally rich songwriting — indicates a band not content with nostalgia: they are pushing boundaries while preserving the core.
  • With their debut album forthcoming, there is real potential for Mortticia to reach a wider audience — especially if they continue to balance tradition and innovation.

Contacts:

IG: https://instagram.com/mortticiametal

Link: https://linktr.ee/mortticia.metal

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