Coming straight from the deep jungles of Brazil to the arid expanses of Arizona, extreme metal trailblazers Soulfly will deliver their tribally fueled thirteenth studio album “Chama” on October 24th, 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, Max Cavalera has stunned us all again.
Today, Soulfly offer fans the first taste from the album in the form of the first single, “Storm the Gates”. A battle cry against control and greed, the track summons ancestral strength and unites the tribe in rebellion—heavy, primal, and unapologetically relentless. Watch the lyric video created by Costin Chioreanu below.
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” s 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 T-Shirt
Pre-order & pre-save “Chama” here.
Tracklist:
1. Indigenous Inquisition
2. Storm the Gates
3. Nihilist
4. No Pain = No Power
5. Ghenna
6. Black Hole Scum
7. Favela / Dystopia
8. Always Was, Always Will Be…
9. Soulfly XIII
10. Chama
Line-up:
Max Cavalera – Vocals, guitars
Igor Amadeus Cavalera – Bass
Zyon Cavalera – Drums
Mike De Leon – Guitars
