“Melodic black/death metal hasn’t had its last word. Blooded Crown doesn’t just prove that—they’re rewriting the rules.”
— Metal Hammer Latin America
Blooded Crown didn’t crawl out of some Scandinavian crypt or German bunker. This band, with all its searing riffs and spiritual fury, was born in Mexico—a country equally known for its vibrant folklore, revolutionary spirit, and a metal scene that refuses to play by the rules.
While most death metal acts spend their formative years in cold basements, Blooded Crown’s sound oozes the heat of the Latin sun and the intensity of a culture that lives for both tradition and rebellion. Formed in the early 2020s, Blooded Crown started as a local project. But it didn’t take long before their unique blend of Scandinavian atmosphere, Latin expressiveness, and razor-sharp musicianship caught the wider scene’s attention.
Their first recordings were raw—think early Behemoth with flashes of At The Gates, but layered with Latin harmonies and a sense of spiritual warfare that set them apart. Blooded Crown was never meant to be just another local curiosity. From the start, their intent was clear: this was a band out to carve their name into the global metal pantheon.
Blooded Crown’s first real shot across the bow came with the independently released single “Reprensión de un Principado.” It wasn’t just another underground demo—it was a full-on black/death assault, with lyrics touching on spiritual struggle, inner demons, and biblical symbolism. The title, roughly “Repression of a Principality,” set the tone: this was spiritual war, fought with blast beats and guttural vocals.
Next up was “Heavens Declare,” a track that showed the band’s more melodic side. Here, Dissection-style riffs met choral refrains and ambitious, layered production. Blooded Crown wasn’t afraid to experiment—the passion was raw, but there was a mystical undercurrent.
March 2025 brought the third pillar in this sonic trilogy: “Arraigados.” The word (Spanish for “rooted”) wasn’t chosen by accident—this was a declaration of identity. The song’s progressive structure showed a maturity that set the band apart from their peers. The message was clear: “We’re from the south, born of blood and earth, and we’re here to stay.”
But perhaps the biggest stir in the Blooded Crown camp came with the news of a new member, described in their profiles as a “metal warrior active since 1993.” The name remains under wraps, but speculation is rampant—maybe a former Acrania musician, or a session guitarist from Brujeria? Whoever it is, this addition brings not just musical expertise, but a stage presence and professional polish that could launch Blooded Crown into a new stratosphere.
Their social channels are buzzing with anticipation: if the upcoming gigs are as intense as the teasers promise, fans should brace themselves for an unforgettable experience.
All signs point to a single date: June 20, 2025. The band’s Instagram features a minimalist post: “New single coming June 20th.” No title, no details, just a date—and a thousand theories. Some fans expect a Behemoth-style anthem, but more melodic; others are hoping for an EP or even a full album.
Given their recent release pace, it’s likely that this single is just the beginning of a bigger campaign—possibly an EP or a debut album by year’s end.
What sets Blooded Crown apart is their ability to balance melody and brutality. Where other bands go soft in pursuit of accessibility, Blooded Crown’s melodic sensibility is like a blade: precise, but deadly. Their riffs recall The Crown’s “Crowned in Terror” era; vocals are a mix of Nergal, Tom G. Warrior, and Max Cavalera. Lyrically, they explore poetic darkness, spiritual war, biblical allegory, and a fusion of Latin and Spanish symbolism.
Blooded Crown is standing at the crossroads once occupied by bands like Gojira and Septicflesh—ready to break out of the underground and become an international force.
Blooded Crown isn’t just another band from the south—they’re a resistance movement against standardization, commercialization, and the loss of identity in modern metal. Their music is a struggle: with spirits, the ego, and the system itself. It’s also a return to the roots—the spiritual horror that black and death metal embodied at their best.
“This is not a band—it’s a manifesto.”
— Juan Luis Herrera, Underground Mexicano
- For more on Blooded Crown’s discography, check Blooded Crown on Metal Archives.
- Listen to their singles on Blooded Crown’s Bandcamp.
- Follow updates on Blooded Crown’s Instagram.