Imperialist

Imperialist is a Los Angeles-based black metal force that's been carving dystopian soundscapes since their formation circa 2013. Known for blending science fiction themes with razor-sharp blackened aggression, the band (fronted by guitarist/vocalist Sergio Soto and drummer Rodolfo Villareal) uses cosmic imagery and futuristic concepts to explore humanity's dark trajectory. Their discography – including albums like *Zenith* (2021) and *Cipher* (2024) – packs frenetic riffing, atmospheric dread, and technical precision, earning recognition in underground metal circles for transforming interplanetary warfare and existential crises into auditory assaults. Recent singles like "Beneath The Sands Of Titan" and "Terminal Odyssey" continue their tradition of pairing celestial lyricism with frostbitten musical intensity.