Interview with BEAST MAJESTY
Welcome to the FILTHY DOGS OF METAL Webzine.
Tell us a few things about BEAST MAJESTY (Members, Starting Year etc).
Beast Majesty is a one-man entity that was founded in late 2025 as a professional solo project. It serves as an outlet for the sounds, resonances, and abstract melodies that inhabit my mind 24/7. At some point, I felt compelled to give them form and expression through this artistic medium.
You have recently released your EP ''Ungodly Revenge''. What is the feedback from your audience as well as from the press?
Just as I envisioned, my music has reached—and will continue to reach—the right audience: those who remain devoted to perverse and uncompromising sound. Genuine support is the only kind I truly value and acknowledge.
The cover artwork has a killer atmosphere! Tell us a few things about it.
The album cover was directed and created by Beast Majesty, developing an anti-orthodox vision that places the inverted crucified Nazarene at its center. The trident represents the powerful warlike forces of the infernal command, while the serpent symbolizes perpetual, poisonous sin, from which the “Blessed One’s” blood was thickly coagulated. This blood is used as an offering for the emergence of the relentless Antichrist.
And what about the lyrics?
There is no science or theory behind the lyrics—only a direct, diabolical literary instinct influenced by arcane accounts of the rise and victory of Beast Majesty. As with every title, I don’t expect anyone to be an expert in demonological matters in order to draw their own conclusions about what each theme might represent. That work is mine alone. I don’t ask people to sing my songs, but I do ask them to listen to my music at maximum volume for a greater cavernous effect.
Are you in searching for a record label? What do you prefer, Label or DIY and why?
I respect and support all forms of distribution, but personally, what I need is a label with a proven track record in global underground distribution. The physical format always reigns supreme.
Is there any funny or weird story from the recordings or from your live shows that you would like to share with us?
There is nothing to tell for the moment. The band is still new, but I am fully prepared to bring Beast Majesty to the live stage very soon.
Do you prefer Vinyl, Tape, CD or Digital Format and why is that?
As I mentioned before, my preference lies with physical formats. The listening experience is magnificent—provided you have a proper audio system. Beyond that, there is something deeply intimate about exploring the information contained within each inlay, booklet, or insert. I have never been opposed to digital formats, however. They are also a valid way of supporting and consuming an artist’s work. Globalization has greatly helped people—including myself—discover and learn about the many different forms and expressions of the underground metal scene.
That said, this should not diminish the value of acquiring certain relics along the way, of course.
Your music style is Black Metal. Which are your main influences (Favourite Artists / Bands etc.)
Beast Majesty is firmly rooted in the spirit of the first wave of black metal, drawing faithful inspiration from bands such as Tormentor, Mystifier, Bathory, early Sepultura, and Sarcófago. I cannot confine Beast Majesty to the single label of “Black Metal.” By defining itself as “Unpure Bestial Black Metal,” it suggests subtle traces of the earliest offspring of old-school death metal as well. Ultimately, however, people are free to call it whatever they want.
Which things do you think a band should sacrifice in order to succeed? Have you ever sacrificed anything in your life for a better future for your band?
The only thing that needs to be sacrificed is the fear of believing in yourself and in what you do. Having a band is actually quite simple—you meet a guy who plays bass or guitar, or maybe he just looks like someone who plays an instrument. You bring people together, and suddenly you have a band. The most important part, however, is building a partnership: two, three, four, or five people moving in the same direction. I believe that is the most difficult challenge of all. Fortunately, Beast Majesty does not face that problem. It is simply not necessary.
Describe your ideal live show as a performance band. Have you already experienced that?
I have had the opportunity to perform live with my other bands in various countries across South America and Europe, and I consider every single experience to have been worthwhile. Whether in small bars or on large festival stages, we have always been fortunate to receive the support of the audience. Honestly, I love performing live. I bring the same energy to a crowd of 5, 10, or 20 people as I would to an audience of 2,000. My only recommendation to concertgoers is this: attend shows, support them, and explore new bands and new ideas. We are, and always will be, the living flame of the underground.
What do you think about the rise of AI in music production?
I consider myself far from an expert on the subject, but I do make an effort to stay informed. I produce my own music using music production software, but I have not used AI in my work so far. Considering the incredible advancement of technology as a tool, its value ultimately depends on who is using it and how it is being used. No matter how advanced these technologies become, there are still human minds behind them. That is my perspective as a musician and producer. And if you are referring to music or projects generated entirely by AI without any genuine reference, study, or artistic vision behind them, then from my perspective as a banger, it is simply soulless, random garbage.
What attributes do you think that a new Black Metal Band should have in order to gain identity and be unique?
Identity. For a band—not only in black metal, but across all branches of the genre—identity is what makes it truly compelling. In my personal opinion, a band's appeal comes from its identity, its themes, and above all, its musical structure. I dare to speak on behalf of many of my peers within the genre when I say that we do not make music for everyone. Musical taste is highly subjective. When a band possesses a strong identity, it clearly demonstrates its dedication to its craft and naturally defines its own audience. That commitment is something people can recognize. I also do not want to romanticize the discussion by saying, "Just believe in yourself." That may be a good source of motivation in the beginning, but discipline and commitment to your music are far more important in the long run.
Do you believe that Digital Platforms help the new Black Metal Bands? Which, do you think, is the ideal way for a band to promote its work?
I believe it is an excellent tool for expanding our musical knowledge and reaching beyond distant borders. The various platforms available today are incredibly useful. In my view, however, a band should develop organically and remain accessible through both physical and digital formats, while still giving greater importance to the former.
From your experience in the music industry, what would you tell to a new Black Metal band to avoid or what to do?
I couldn’t give any specific advice—simply do it. Stay dedicated at all times, both in the studio and on stage. Keep internal matters internal, avoid turning personal issues into public drama, and never forget that creating is a duty.
Tell us a few things about the New Underground Metal Scene in Peru (Bands, Fanzines, Webzines, Metal Clubs etc.)
From my perspective, we are a relatively small, humble, yet incredibly powerful scene. Given that my country is both third-world and highly centralized, much of the scene is concentrated in Lima, a city from which numerous notable entities have emerged within both black metal and death metal. I have witnessed the rise—and resurgence—of some incredible bands: Hell Trepanner, Runa, Bestial Vomit, Arcada, Ayahuaira (Huancayo), Deprisofisty (Ayacucho), Wrath, Ghoul, among others. Today, concert organization has improved significantly. The equipment is better, the venues are better, and the overall infrastructure continues to grow. For those who are not yet familiar with the Peruvian scene, I highly recommend checking out the bands mentioned above, as well as the true pillars of the South American extreme underground: Mortem, Goat Semen, Hadez, and Anal Vomit. I know mentioning the latter may sound a bit cliché, but they deserve recognition, and it never hurts to emphasize their importance.
What does Black Metal means to you? And give us 10 metal albums that run in your veins.
To me, black metal has embodied the essence of rebellion, free will, creativity, and strength ever since its earliest manifestations.
I take great satisfaction in expressing this way of thinking and living through my music. Likewise, I deeply appreciate the existence of other entities that convey the same spirit and conviction through their own works. Here are ten albums I’ll take to the grave with me:
Morbid Visions — Sepultura
Bloody Vengeance — Vulcano
Executioner's Song — Razor
Dawn of Possession — Immolation
Legion — Deicide
Pokoli Színjáték — Pokolgép
Motori — Divlje Jagode
Endless Pain — Kreator
Hell Awaits — Slayer
Blood Fire Death — Bathory
Do you know anything about the Hellenic Metal Scene?
I had the pleasure of meeting Anastasis of Dead Congregation back in 2018, when my former band, Evil Priest, shared the stage with them at a festival in Mexico City. He probably doesn’t remember me—the conversation was brief—but that encounter sparked my interest in the Hellenic metal scene. I was already aware that members of Dead Congregation had previously been part of Inveracity, but afterward I began exploring bands such as Necromantia, Zemial (whom I met in Lima last year when I shared the stage as the frontman for Anal Vomit), Nar Mataron, Rotting Christ, Thou Art Lord, Goatvomit, and Exiled Shadows. The latter particularly caught my attention because of its strong musical resemblance to Anal Vomit’s first EP, From Peruvian Hell. In a way, that has been my humble connection to and appreciation for the Hellenic metal scene.
What are your future plans?
For now, Beast Majesty will only be taking a brief hiatus, as I’ll be touring Europe with Anal Vomit from July through September. That said, I’m already working on the next ritual devoted to the malignant arts. As I mentioned before, these strange and crushing sounds inhabit my mind 24/7, so stay prepared for the next assault of furious blast beats and live rituals.
Thank you very much for your time & keep up the good work! The closure is yours.
My sincere thanks for conducting this very first Beast Majesty interview for the underground press. Media outlets like Filthy Dogs of Metal keep the flame of underground knowledge burning, and thanks to their dedication, our scene continues to spread like the most virulent infection. Hails, and see you on the battlefield.
By Steve the Filthy Dog.
BEAST MAJESTY CONTACT:
https://www.instagram.com/beastmajestyofficial
https://beastmajestyofficial.bandcamp.com/album/ungodly-revenge