Enter the realm of Sacral Rage, where sound, vision, and ritual converge. Formed in Athens in 2011, the band has carved out a singular path—merging science fiction, horror, and esoteric symbolism into a musical force that defies easy classification. In this exclusive conversation, Dimitris K—aka Prototype UL—guides us through the origins, philosophies, and hidden layers behind the band’s evolving journey. From raw early demos to conceptual full-lengths, every release is a chapter in a greater unfolding.

Tune in. The rite begins now.

Interview

TheNwothm: Hey there! Please can you start by introducing yourselves and where you are from?

S.R: Greetings, TheNwothm.
You have summoned Dimitris K the voice of Sacral Rage and one of the original conjurers behind its creation. I am the architect of the tales, the bearer of the visions, the orchestrator of the aesthetic realm and the theatrical pulse that defines our entity. Every layer of sound, sight, and symbol is part of the cosmic ritual we’ve been weaving since the genesis of our band. Otherwise known in my stage manifestation as Prototype UL, I serve as the vessel through which the message is transmitted across minds, realms, and dimensions. Let the rite commence.

TheNwothm: Sacral Rage formed in 2011 in Athens. Can you take us back to those early days—what inspired you to create the band?

S.R: The formation of Sacral Rage was no accident, it was a response to an inner calling. A manic devotion to the very essence of music drove us. We were shaped by the colossal forces of the bands that inspired uσ but even more so, by a need to carve something entirely our own into the sonic fabric of the universe.

It was this latter force the urge to manifest a unique vision that truly compelled us. As you may have sensed, we follow no trends. Our music resists easy labelling and deliberately transcends genre constraints. That has always been a conscious decision not to fit in, but to stand apart and to create something that felt true.

The convergence of the four of us, however, was strangely coincidental as if guided by forces beyond logic. We found ourselves in the same physical space through a string of unplanned circumstances, almost like being pulled by gravitational alignments we didn’t yet understand.

And it was borderline madness to suddenly realize that four individuals, in the same room, shared an unholy passion for the likes of Watchtower, Realm, Toxik, Atheist, Crimson Glory, Judas Priest, Hexenhaus, Death, Mercyful Fate, Mekong Delta, Annihilator, and Voivod all at once. It felt like an impossible probability. A collision of minds tuned to the same chaotic frequencies.

TheNwothm: What’s the story behind the name “Sacral Rage”? How does it tie into your sound or lyrical themes?

S.R: The name Sacral Rage was conceived by the band’s co-founder, Vagelis F. It was drawn from the lyrical depths of Hexenhaus, specifically from the album A Tribute to Insanity and the track Death Walks Among Us. From the very beginning, the name carried with it an atmosphere, a pulse something ancient yet futuristic, visceral yet cerebral.

With it, a story began to take shape in my mind, a narrative that has been silently unfolding over the years. Hints of it have bled into our music, scattered like cosmic breadcrumbs, hidden messages, veiled symbols, subtle transmissions embedded both in the studio work and in our live rituals.

And if the planets do align, should the stars permit us to unleash what we’ve long kept cloaked, then for the first time, we intend to reveal the full vision. To share with our audience everything that’s been unfolding in the shadows all these years.

TheNwothm: How has the metal scene in Greece, particularly Athens, influenced your music and growth as a band?

S.R: As I mentioned earlier, from the very beginning our intent was divergence to create something that stands apart not only from the Greek scene, but from the global metal spectrum altogether. Our path has always been one of deliberate differentiation.

That said, we have the privilege of being based in Athens, a city pulsing with one of the most vibrant metal scenes in the world rich with exceptional bands and deeply skilled musicians.

All of us within Sacral Rage have been part of many bands and projects before this convergence. Through those experiences, we absorbed countless elements from the individuals we played alongside. So, while I wouldn’t say that the Greek scene has shaped the band’s identity as a whole, it has most definitely influenced us as individuals.

Each one of us reached this point through a personal journey that was, in many ways, forged within this powerful scene, a crucible of creativity and intensity that we’re proud to call home.

TheNwothm: Your lyrical themes dive into horror, post-apocalyptic visions, science fiction, and ritualistic elements—where do these inspirations come from? Books, films, or real-world philosophies?

S.R: All of the above, yes, books, films, and certain real-world philosophies have certainly fed the fire. But at the core, these visions stem primarily from my own imagination, orbiting around a hidden concept, the same one we spoke of earlier, that has silently fueled Sacral Rage throughout the years.

It’s a central narrative, a concealed framework that has been shaping our themes, lyrics, and aesthetics since the beginning.
If someone has been digging deep, connecting the dots, following our transmissions closely, they may have already sensed it. And when the time is right, when we are truly ready, we intend to unveil the full story. A tale long in the making, finally revealed to those tuned in to receive it.

TheNwothm: What was your primary goal with Promo 2012—were you just trying to get your sound out there, or was it meant as a full statement of intent from day one?

S.R: In the early days, we were quick to act, driven by an intense frenzy of excitement. We had this urgent need to create and to share. Our first demo wasn’t some polished recording, it was a live rehearsal captured in its raw, unfiltered form, featuring two of our first tracks. It was released at our very first show, barely two months after the birth of Sacral Rage.

We wanted to give something tangible to the crowd, to have them take a piece of us home and continue the experience long after that first encounter. We handed it out for free on self-made CDs, 1 by 1, embracing that DIY ethos fully. It wasn’t just about spreading our sound; it was a statement of intent. We were connecting directly with our listeners, raw, unfiltered, and personal.

Looking back, we’re incredibly proud of those days. The ideology and spirit behind what we did, both in terms of philosophy and our age at the time, resonated deeply with us and filled us with purpose.

TheNwothm: Deadly Bits of Iron Fragments (2013) was your first official EP—what was the writing process like compared to your demo?

S.R: With Deadly Bits of Iron Fragments (2013), we continued our frenzied pace. We created, composed, and wrote the entire material for the EP in just five months from our formation, with zero pre-existing content. While it didn’t yet carry the depth or journey, we envisioned for the band, we wanted something quick to solidify our presence and make an impact.

We also faced the challenge of having to pause for about nine months because our guitarist had to fulfill his mandatory military service, a law that still applies in our country. This added a sense of urgency to our work. We had to push everything forward quickly, knowing that once the military obligation was over, we’d be ready with a completed production. It was a race against time, but it shaped our path and gave us the drive to have everything in place for when our guitarist returned.

The result was an EP that captured our energy in that moment, raw and quick, but with the fire that would burn through to the next chapter.

TheNwothm: Do you feel each release has a distinct “personality” or mood? How intentional is that during the writing process?

S.R: Absolutely. Each release is more than just a collection of songs, it’s a vessel, an entity with its own spirit and aura. Every chapter we open carries a distinct frequency and mood, tied to where we are mentally, emotionally, and conceptually at that point in time. It’s not always fully intentional from the start. We allow the underlying concept and the energy around us to shape the direction. Sometimes it reveals itself gradually, like a signal becoming clearer through static.

Once that identity begins to form, we follow it. We nurture it, we ritualize it. The concept, the sound, the artwork, the lyrics, even the live performance aesthetics, they all become part of that living, breathing entity that is each release. So yes, each offering from Sacral Rage has its own soul, and we treat it accordingly.

TheNwothm: Your second demo, Promo 11111011110, dropped in 2014. The binary title is intriguing—what’s the story behind that name?

S.R: The title Promo 11111011110 is simply the year 2014 in binary form. Binary code resonates deeply with our conceptual backbone, it represents structure, order, communication beyond the flesh. It ties into the technological arc of our narrative, the idea of cold logic colliding with chaotic consciousness.

So instead of using plain numbers, we chose to encode the year, a subtle nod to those who decode rather than consume. The ones who pay attention. The ones aligned. It’s also a symbolic gesture, the transmission continues, but you must translate the signal.

TheNwothm: Illusions in Infinite Void was your debut full-length. What did you want this record to say about Sacral Rage to the world?

S.R: With Illusions in Infinite Void, we sought to say everything. Who we were. What our sound stood for. What had been missing from the music and how we intended to fill that void.

We poured ourselves into it with reckless devotion, with emotive intensity, and with an almost sacred disregard for safety. The album carries our essence, unfiltered and exposed, a mirror reflecting who we were at that exact point in time.

Every choice felt right, not out of perfection, but out of truth. And if we were to go back, we would walk the same path again, without hesitation.

This release marked a turning point, a singularity that altered the course of our lives and expanded the dimensions of our experience. It was not merely an album; it was a rupture, through which Sacral Rage emerged fully formed into the world.

TheNwothm: Was there a particular track on Illusions that set the tone for the entire album, or acted as the creative catalyst?

S.R: I wouldn’t say there was a single track that led the way for the rest of the album. Each piece was a standalone entity, crafted with its own distinct pulse, identity, and purpose like separate limbs of the same cosmic being.

However, if I were to highlight one that holds a slightly deeper resonance in my consciousness, it would be Lost Chapter E: Amarna’s Reign. There’s something about its structure, its atmosphere, and its placement that feels like a veiled transmission.

For those who own the CD edition, Lost Chapter E: Amarna’s Reign hides a cryptic message. That message was no arbitrary echo; it was a premonition. It later materialized, fully formed, in our next full-length chapter: Beyond Celestial Echoes. A glimpse into the continuum. A code left behind, now decoded.

TheNwothm: Beyond Celestial Echoes took your sound to another level—more progressive, more layered. What pushed you in that direction creatively?

S.R: To us, it felt like a natural continuation, the absolute logic of progress. And isn’t that the real essence of the word progress? Not the modern interpretations or the boxes it’s often forced into, but its true core.

With Beyond Celestial Echoes, we wanted all the elements that define our identity to be more pronounced, more vivid. It wasn’t about adding layers just for the sake of it, it was about letting the music grow in depth, in vision, and in intensity, while remaining firmly connected to the essence of what Sacral Rage has always been.

TheNwothm: How do you personally compare Illusions in Infinite Void and Beyond Celestial Echoes now that you have some distance from both?

S.R: Both albums stand as pillars in our journey, each forged in a different state of being, each capturing a unique phase of the entity that is Sacral Rage.

Illusions in Infinite Void was a manifestation of raw intent, the storm breaking through the veil, filled with urgency, vision, and that fearless spark that defines the beginning of any meaningful path.

Beyond Celestial Echoes, on the other hand, was a dive into the deeper layers, more calculated, more intricate, a reflection shaped by time, awareness, and the need to explore further into the unknown.

We cannot truly compare them. Each one is special to us, for its own reasons. They are chapters in the same ritual, and both had to be written.

TheNwothm: Looking back over your releases do you have any songs that you feel represent your overall sound or you would direct first time listeners to? 

S.R: For first-time listeners, I would suggest starting with the Lost Chapter E. trilogy, it encapsulates the essence of our sound, blending visionary concepts with an undeniable sense of progression. However, you can really dive into any track from our releases, as there are no fillers in our work. Every song is crafted to kill, each one has a purpose, each one is part of the greater ritual.

If I were to guide you through the journey, though, I might leave “The Glass” for last. It requires the listener to have absorbed the depth of our music to truly appreciate its full weight. It’s an experimental endeavor, something that might not have been done before by bands of our style. So, it might be a challenge for the uninitiated, but it serves as a catharsis after everything else has been experienced.

TheNwothm: Are there plans for a new full-length album on the horizon? What can fans expect from your next chapter?

S.R: The stars have not aligned for an announcement just yet, but I will say this: there are signs on the horizon. When the time comes, it will be worthy of the wait, a culmination that justifies our long silence. We are preparing something that will reflect the time, the growth, and the inevitable rebirth. Stay tuned. The continuum will unfold when the moment is right.

TheNwothm: What does a typical Sacral Rage setlist look like these days? How do you balance older material with newer, more progressive tracks?

S.R: Given the limited time we now have to dedicate to the band, we’ve chosen to minimize live performances. We’ve turned down several excellent offers simply because our focus is on new experimentations. However, when we do decide to grace the stage, on those rare occasions, it’s with the intent to remind the audience of our presence.

We carefully curate our setlist, selecting songs from our discography that match the vibe of the event. The wide range of influences we have in our music allows us to sound like a completely different band depending on the tracks we choose. That’s the beauty of our sound, it’s versatile, shifting seamlessly from one dimension to another. Each performance becomes its own unique experience.

TheNwothm: How does your Greek fanbase compare to audiences abroad? Are there particular countries or cities that really resonate with your sound?

S.R: I believe metalheads are the same breed everywhere. We’re not one of those bands that claims after every show, “this was the best crowd we’ve had,” because we don’t really connect with the audience in that way, it’s all about our dark and mystical approach. That being said, we enjoy great reception in Central Europe, particularly in countries like Germany, Austria, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Spain, with multiple cities being really welcoming to our sound.

If I had to mention a moment that stands out, it would be at the Pyrenean Warriors Open Air Festival in France. While we were still playing, fans started rushing up to us, showing us that they had bought our merch. Later, we found out that everything had sold out while we were still on stage. That was truly a memorable experience!

TheNwothm: What are your tour plans like for 2025? What do you have coming up?

S.R: As mentioned earlier, for now we’re conserving our energy for new experimentation. We’re focused on shaping the future of our music and aren’t planning any major tours or live shows for 2025 just yet. When the time is right, we’ll make sure to let everyone know!

TheNwothm: How can our readers buy your music and merch?

S.R: You can buy our music and merch directly through our Bandcamp profile at: https://sacralrage.bandcamp.com/merch, 

or by reaching out to us directly via our social media channels. 

We’re always happy to connect with our fans!

TheNwothm: Where can fans follow you online?

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SacralRage/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sacralrage/#

TheNwothm: Anything else you would like to mention?

S.R: Before you leave, know this: You’ve reached the end of the rite, but it’s not the end of the journey. To fully seal the pact, you must speak of us, Sacral Rage, to at least ten of your companions within the next seven days. If you do, you shall be granted the knowledge you seek. Fail, and you’ll be left with the emptiness of unspoken words. The choice is yours.

A sincere thankyou to TheNwothm and to all those who continue to support us and every band out there. Your dedication and belief are the reason our music endures, transcending time and space. In the grand weave of existence, it’s not the individual notes that matter, but the collective resonance they create. As long as you continue to listen, the music will never truly die.