CEMËNTERI debuts new song “Amigo Colapso”
Cemënteri’s upcoming album, Panorama en llamas, is a raw and unflinching response to the chaos and crisis of the modern world. Forged in just three days during the pandemic, the band’s second album reflects a shift towards sharper songwriting and hard-hitting lyrics, tackling pressing issues such as geopolitical strife and environmental degradation caused by turbo-capitalism.
Following the success of their debut album, Asma, corte, afonía y pisotón, and a split release with Santo Rostro, Cemënteri’s evolution is evident in Panorama en llamas. The album’s title sets the tone for a searing critique of the current state of affairs, painting a vivid picture of a world consumed by flames.
The production of the album adds to its raw authenticity, with music credits going to Alejandro Cebrián, Guillermo Cebrián, Carlos Arcos, and Joan Lorenzo. Marco Velasco and Alex Painter contribute keys, guitar, and saxophone to enhance the record’s edgy sound. Recorded by Marcos Velasco and José Antonio López Rubio, mixed by Santi García, and mastered by Martín Ballesta, Panorama en llamas is a collaborative effort that gives the album its immediate impact.
The artwork by Hugo Alonso encapsulates the album’s confrontational aesthetic, setting the stage for a sonic journey that delves into the darker aspects of human existence. Panorama en llamas will be available on vinyl and digital formats through Spanish label Repetidor, offering listeners a chance to experience Cemënteri’s unapologetic vision firsthand.
In conjunction with the album’s release, Cemënteri is premiering a video for “Amigo colapso”, directed by Gus Forner. Shot using VHS cameras, the video serves as a visual companion to the record’s themes, capturing the essence of the band’s uncompromising approach to their music.
Panorama en llamas is a testament to Cemënteri’s growth as artists and their fearless exploration of the societal issues that plague our world today. With a sound that is both powerful and unapologetic, Cemënteri’s latest offering is sure to leave a lasting impression on listeners, inviting them to reflect on the state of the world and the role we all play in shaping its future.