Coming straight from the deep jungles of Brazil to the arid expanses of Arizona, extreme metal trailblazers SOULFLY will deliver their tribally fueled thirteenth album Chama on October 24, 2025 via Nuclear Blast Records. Once again, a remarkable testament to the Brazilian songwriter’s natural affinity for slamming yet rhythmic riffs that defined his signature sound to listeners around the world. A true return to the spiritual upbringing of SOULFLY that somehow bears a modern-day edge and vitality. Something that could only be attained by a true master of the craft, and Max has stunned us all again.
Max Cavalera comments, “Chama is the Brazilian word for flame. It also means a ‘calling’. Respect to Alex Pereira for using Itsari on his UFC walkouts. Chama is inspired by the energy of this moment This record is the sound of Soulfly’s fire! I cannot wait to play these songs live for the Tribe! Chama!”
Zyon Cavalera states, “With each Soulfly record I’ve played on, I can feel my evolution happening in real time. This record was no different as I got to handle a good amount of the production for the first time. Trying to take the band to places we have never been before was a blast and I look forward to more production work in the future!”
Chama was recorded at the Platinum Underground Studio in Mesa, Arizona by John Aquilino. John has worked with Max and company multiple times before and is not only a talented engineer but a family friend. The album was produced by Zyon Cavalera and Arthur Rizk. The latter was also responsible for the mixing and mastering. Rizk has not only worked with the Cavalera family numerous times before, but has also helped to shape the world of heavy metal in the modern day. SOULFLY enlisted Carletta Parrish to create the album artwork. For the album, Igor Amadeus Cavalera (GO AHEAD & DIE, NAILBOMB, HEALING MAGIC) played bass and Mike De Leon played guitar. The album also features Dino Cazares (FEAR FACTORY) on one of the tracks.
Chama is now available for pre-order in the following formats:
CD Jewel Vinyl:
Yellow and Orange Corona (Worldwide)
Transparent Red w/ White Splatter (Nuclear Blast)
Red and Black Marbled (Revolver Exclusive)
Picture Disc (SOULFLY Exclusive)
SOULFLY’s line-up on Chama is :
Max Cavalera | Vocals & Guitar
Igor Amadeus Cavalera | Bass
Zyon Cavalera | Drums
Mike De Leon | Guitar
“I’m thrilled to be doing double duty with Soulfly and Go Ahead And Die on the road together. The raw power of GAAD combined with the tribal fury of Soulfly is going to be lethal! Enter the pit at your own risk!!!” – Max Cavalera
GET TICKETS HERE
11/01 Roswell, NM @ The Liberty
11/02 El Paso, TX @ Lowbrow Palace
11/03 Gallup, NM @ Wowies Event Center
11/05 Colorado Springs, CO @ Black Sheep
11/06 Denver, CO @ The Federal Theater
11/07 Casper, WY @ Oil City Beer Company
11/08 Great Falls, MT @ The Newberry
11/09 Spokane, WA @ Knitting Factory
11/10 Richland, WA @ Ray’s Golden Lion
11/16 Tacoma, WA @ Airport Tavern
11/17 Eugene, OR @ WOW Hall
11/18 Reno, NV @ The Alpine
11/19 San Jose, CA @ The Ritz
11/20 Fresno, CA @ Strummers
11/21 Bakersfield, CA @ Temblor Brewing
11/22 Palmdale, CA @ Transplants Brewery
11/23 Flagstaff, AZ @ Monte Vista Hotel
More information:
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https://www.youtube.com/user/soulflyband
