MAX CAVALERA Interview: Behind the Scenes of New Album Chama

Metal Legend Max Cavalera joins us to talk about Soulfly's new album 'Chama'.

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In this conversation, Max opens up about recording the new album alongside his sons, Zyon and Igor, and how working together reignited his “Inner Flame.” He reveals how UFC fighter Alex Pereira’s walkout to a Soulfly song sparked the concept for Chama, a record that fuses tribal rhythm, primal energy, and modern aggression.

From burying analogue tapes with Chino Moreno in Indian Burial Grounds, to refusing click tracks in the studio, Max shares his belief that imperfection is what makes music alive. He speaks about the ritualistic process behind Chama, the tribal-meets-technology production approach, and how the album captures the essence of Soulfly’s legacy.

00:00 - Intro
01:00 - Meaning Behind “Chama” & Album Inspiration
03:32 - Tribal Themes & Album Artwork
04:10 - Raw Sound & Collaborating With Zion
05:28 - Rejecting Click Tracks & Embracing Imperfection
06:33 - Layering Pedals & Experimental Production
07:28 - Classic Vibes With Modern Aggression
08:25 - Recording “Indigenous Inquisition”
12:06 - Guests, Percussion, & Brazilian Grooves
13:10 - Working With Sons & Chama’s Storyline
14:48 - Letting Sons Take Creative Control
16:42 - Raising Kids On Tour & Metal Legacy
20:07 - Different Musical Tastes Between Zyon & Igor
23:27 - Being Roadies For Their Kids
23:59 - Artist Max Regrets Not Seeing – New Model Army
26:32 - Best Live Gig – Faith No More in Brazil
29:54 - Mike Patton’s Ritual & Magic Onstage
31:27 - Faith No More’s Influence On Alt Metal
34:47 - Riff Writing Process & Guitar Practices
38:46 - Smashing Guitar To Create A Riff
42:35 - Spiritual Rituals Behind Early Soulfly
44:50 - Music As Sacred, Emotional Energy
46:06 - Influences Growing Up – Eddie Van Halen
48:27 - Eddie’s Virtuosity & Songwriting Balance
50:51 - Discovering New Music & Turnstile
53:32 - Spotify's Pros & Cons For Artists
55:41 - The Iggy Fund For Families With Diabetes
58:44 - Igor’s Health & Jamming Chaos A.D. At Home
1:00:08 - What Makes Chama A Powerful New Chapter

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