Side Projects

Every now and then musicians feel the urge to wander outside their usual sonic territory. Side projects are where experimentation lives — places where ideas that don't quite fit the main sound can still find life and expression.

In 2021, Carlos and Oscar formed a side project under the name Beat Monarchs. Their goal was simple: step completely outside the metal universe and explore something rhythm-driven, modern, and unexpected.

The result was a track titled "Controlavirus", written in the style of reggaeton. Carlos wrote the lyrics, performed all vocal parts, and produced the lyric video for the release. Oscar independently recorded and produced the full musical track, building the rhythm and atmosphere from the ground up.

Unfortunately, the global lockdowns at the time made it nearly impossible to organize and film a proper music video to accompany the song. Still, the idea remains very much alive — and who knows? One might yet be produced when the time is right.

For now, the lyric video stands as the official release.

Controlavirus – Beat Monarchs (Lyric Video)