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Emerging from the underground scene of Curitiba, Brazil, Espectro has been channeling the raw energy of rock since 2017. Fusing the grit of ‘70s hard rock and punk with the intensity of ‘80s heavy metal, the band delivers a sound that is both haunting and powerful.

Espectro’s lineup features Reinaldo Zonta (vocals), João Wegher and Luan Bremer (guitars), Felipe Leite (bass), and Karina D’Alessandre (drums). Their discography includes the demo The Gypsy (2018), a self-titled full-length album Espectro (2022), and their latest release, the EP Dead of Night (2025).

Dead of Night was produced by Espectro and Arthur Migotto, who also handled mixing and mastering at Estúdio Heavytron. The striking cover art was created by Mateus Cantaleano. Released through Cospe Fogo Gravações, Zoom Discos, Brado Records, and Under Shows, this EP cements Espectro’s place in Brazil’s metal underground.

Espectro is here to haunt and they’re not going anywhere.

Review

Espectro are completely new to me, so I had no expectations going into their latest release Dead of Night. The two-track EP runs just over twelve minutes—but packs a serious punch.

Twist the Knife wastes no time, launching straight in with pounding drums and a hungry, deep bass. Guitars roar to life with riffs that threaten to tear the roof off, while the vocals bring grit, swagger, and emotional weight. Despite its straightforward structure, the song hits hard thanks in part to smart tone choices and punchy production. A warped, phasey section shakes things up before we dive into another short verse and a soaring chorus. A snappy solo lick adds some flair before the snare builds into a jolt of electric lead work. It closes with another fiery chorus and a thick, punch-driven outro.

Wicked Life slows things down, opening with expressive riffs and glowing guitar effects that practically beg for lighters in the air. The pace lifts slightly as the vocals kick in, packed with that same forceful delivery. There’s a sense of melancholy running through it all, broken up by clever drum shifts and riffs that keep the momentum alive. One stomping midsection in particular will have heads nodding in sync. The solos shimmer with fuzz and flight, hypnotic and melodic in equal measure.

Eventually, the track sinks back into a slower, dreamlike crawl with dark bells ringing through a haze of raw emotion. It’s immersive and heartfelt, though it arguably lingers a little longer than needed.

Conclusion

Dead of Night doesn’t try to reinvent the wheel, but it has its moments. Espectro lean into solid riffs and atmosphere over fireworks, offering a decent snapshot of their sound. While it may not leave a lasting mark, it’s a respectable effort that shows potential—even if it didn’t quite stick with me after the final note.

TheNwothm Score: 7.5/10

Links

Bandcamp:https://oespectro.bandcamp.com/album/dead-of-night

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heavyespectro