US / THEM: MARIO INFANTES shares new video/single "Xhadhamtje" from forthcoming sophomore solo album on Lost Future Records

“Has a very cinematic feel to it, almost like the soundtrack to a spy movie. The Icelandic composer has a knack for electronic music.” — Metal Injection

"A startling solo debut... From dungeon to daylight, electronic instrumental therapy." -- Echoes & Dust

"Infantes steps away from the Icelandic progressive death metal style to take listeners on a synth-driven journey into his artistic psyche... A mesmerizing atmospheric record." -- Metal Insider

"Mario’s voice is still front and center, but this time it’s part of a much bigger picture, one that is less about control and more about discovery. The result is an album that feels lived-in and searching, less like a statement and more like an invitation." -- Psychedelic Baby Magazine

Iceland based artist Mario Infantes shares a new video & single from his forthcoming sophomore solo album Bitácora today via New Noise Magazine. Watch & share "Xhadhamtje" HERE. (Direct YouTube.) Hear/share the song on all DSPs.

Mario recently did an in-depth interview with It's Psychedelic Baby! Magazine HERE.

From the windswept landscapes of Iceland to the echoes of distant shores, Mario Infantes Ávalos embarks on a musical voyage with Bitácora—a sonic journal that transcends borders, languages, and traditions. Known for his remarkable vocal range and deep-rooted passion for cultural storytelling, Mario weaves together a rich tapestry of sounds, featuring collaborations with renowned Icelandic musicians from a variety of backgrounds.

Blurring the lines between past and future, Bitácora fuses the raw energy of metal, the haunting beauty of European folk traditions, and the immersive textures of cinematic soundscapes into a mind bending voyage across an icy musical landscape. Each track is a chapter, each melody a landmark, guiding the listener through a journey of self-discovery, displacement, and the universal longing for connection.

Anchored in innovation yet steeped in tradition, Bítacora is more than an album—it’s an expedition into the unknown, where every note tells a story and every voice carries the weight of history.

Mario Infantes Ávalos is a multidisciplinary artist from Spain, now based in Iceland, known for his extraordinary vocal range and deep connection to global sounds. A former member of the acclaimed metal band Cult of Lilith (signed to Metal Blade Records), he has captivated audiences with his dynamic voice, spanning operatic tenor, ethereal falsetto, and intense metal vocals. Now signed to Lost Future Records, Mario embarks on a solo journey with his upcoming album, Bítacora—a musical odyssey blending metal, folk, and cinematic elements, featuring collaborations with renowned Icelandic musicians. Proficient in a variety of traditional instruments, including the oud, handpan, duduk, and bansuri, his work reflects a deep appreciation for diverse cultures and musical traditions.

Release Credits: Hrafnkell Örn Guðjónsson, drummer in Agent Fresco and Einar Solberg of Leprous (Drums), Yara Polana (acoustic guitar), Gísli Gunnarsson (additional orchestration), Ásgeir Ásgeirsson (Oud), Sunna Friðjónsdóttir (additional vocals), Živa Ivadóttir (additional vocals), Simon Thorolfsson, guitar in Obsidian I (guitars), Samúel Örn Böðvarsson, bass player in Cult of Lilith (Bass), Daniel Þór Hannesson guitar player in Cult of Lilith (guitars), Sebas Bautista (additional guitars), Tayebeh jourbonyan (additional vocals), Erik Qvick (additional percussion).

Gísli Gunnarsson is featured in “Notre Prison”, doing an orchestral section.

Živa Ivadóttir is featured in “Xhadhamtje”, doing vocals.

Sunna Friðjónsdóttir is featured in “Sírenu”, doing vocals.

Bitácora will be available on LP and digital on July 18th, 2025 via Lost Future Records. Preorders are available HERE.