LUX MALA (Nathalie Astrada) - Nattskrik - CARMILLA(Melodic Death Metal)

Bizarre and obscure sounds by Nathalie Astrada
Based in Spain, her work reflects the complexities of her native Argentina, emphasizing themes of harshness and nonconformity. She independently produces her music and videos, maintaining creative control. In 2022, Nathalie released her debut album “Lux Mala” and three singles, followed by an EP in late 2022. She continues to evolve artistically, with new songs on the horizon.

The legend of “Lux Mala,” rooted in Argentine folklore, is a captivating and eerie tale that has permeated the cultural consciousness for generations. Translated to “Evil Light,” this myth speaks of a mysterious luminosity that emerges in the solitude of darkness, particularly within the dense embrace of the forest. It is said to be the restless spirit of an individual who, for reasons unknown, was denied a proper burial and thus condemned to a spectral existence.

Her musical approach is defined by a minimalist and simplistic style, focusing on delivering a clear message through limited tools. She draws inspiration from a diverse range of bands including Depeche Mode, Nine Inch Nails, Siouxie and The Banshees, and Argentine groups like Virus and Sumo. Her music is a blend of post-punk, goth rock, synth pop, and dark wave, that transcends traditional genre boundaries.

Working from her home studio, Nathalie creates soundscapes characterized by dark tones, gothic elements, danceable bass lines, and atmospheric synthesizers. Her songs are introspective and transgressive, sung in both English and Spanish with a powerful, velvety voice.

In a sick and sad world where purity and kindness are increasingly lost in the chaos of the present, this project was born with the need to express my thoughts and feelings, from a pessimistic and realistic point of view.
What you are going to hear is a cry in the night, trying to spread beauty in the dark, pleasure in pain, strength in rebellion.

Nattskrik

“Nattskrik” comes from a Swedish word, the meaning in English is “night cry.” It serves as the solo project of Nathalie Astrada, who, one year ago, not only wrote the music and lyrics but also recorded every instrument all by herself from a little home studio in Málaga, Spain. Totally independent, Nattskrik works as an outlet for her to express her personal ideologies, thoughts, and feelings from a pessimistic, sarcastic, and realistic point of view.

Nattskrik weaves a mixture of upbeat danceable Post-Punk with sensual Darkwave, sometimes flirting with dramatic early 90s Grunge and, light touches of classical music, adding to the musical textures siren voices and ensnaring violins.

Her inspirations range from a varied assortment of artists such as Depeche Mode, Sopor Aeternus, Siouxsie and The Banshees, Christian Death, Nine Inch Nails, Nick Cave, and PJ Harvey, among others.

By Nathalie Astrada.
Location: Málaga, Spain / Andalucía, Argentina

https://linktr.ee/lux_mala

CARMILLA

Carmilla is a female fronted Melodic Death Metal Band from Stockholm, Sweden

Carmilla was founded by Håkan Ålander, Daniel Karsson and Daniel Trabold 2016. Later that year, they started recording their first song I Am The Danger.

https://femmetal.rocks/2020/03/09/carmilla-interview-with-nathalie-astrada/

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Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/lux_mala
Bandcamp: https://luxmala.bandcamp.com/

LUX MALA - LUX MALA (VIDEO OFICIAL)

Lyrics
I shine like a star
But I'm not in the sky
Long ago I turned
To dust
My bones were not
Burned or sanctified
Now I play ghost
In the night
Hold your breath, Close your eyes, Run if you find me
Hold your breath, Close your eyes, Run if you find me
Hold your breath, Close your eyes, Run if you find me
Run if you find me, Run if you find me
Hold your breath, Close your eyes, Run if you find me
Hold your breath, Close your eyes, Run if you find me
Hold your breath, Close your eyes, Run if you find me
Run if you find me, Run if you find me
There is no prayer
That can turn me off
Don't even try to bite
Your knife
It's not so bad
I want some company
Come to play with me
In the dark
Hold your breath, Close your eyes, Run if you find me
Hold your breath, Close your eyes, Run if you find me
Hold your breath, Close your eyes, Run if you find me
Run if you find me, Run if you find me
Hold your breath, Close your eyes, Run if you find me
Hold your breath, Close your eyes, Run if you find me
Hold your breath, Close your eyes, Run if you find me
Run if you find me, Run if you find me

Hold your breath, Close your eyes, Run if you find me
Hold your breath, Close your eyes, Run if you find me
Hold your breath, Close your eyes, Run if you find me
Run if you find me, Run if you find me
Hold your breath, Close your eyes, Run if you find me
Hold your breath, Close your eyes, Run if you find me
Hold your breath, Close your eyes, Run if you find me
Run if you find me
Run if you find me

En esta canción describo quien soy, que es "Lux Mala" que viene de Luz Mala, una leyenda argentina.
lyrics
Brillo en la noche
Por el suelo voy
Hace tiempo polvo soy
A mis huesos
Ningún santo los tocó
Sola como un fantasma estoy
No respires no mirés corré si aparezco
No respires no mirés corré si aparezco
No respires no mirés corré si aparezco
Corré si aparezco
Corré si aparezco
No respires no mirés corré si aparezco
No respires no mirés corré si aparezco
No respires no mirés corré si aparezco
Corré si aparezco
Corré si aparezco
No hay rezo que
Me pueda apagar
Ni si quiera intentes escapar
Tu compañía
No me viene nada mal
Vení a la oscuridad a jugar
No respires no mirés corré si aparezco
No respires no mirés corré si aparezco
No respires no mirés corré si aparezco
Corré si aparezco
Corré si aparezco
No respires no mirés corré si aparezco
No respires no mirés corré si aparezco
No respires no mirés corré si aparezco
Corré si aparezco
Corré si aparezco
No respires no mirés corré si aparezco
No respires no mirés corré si aparezco
No respires no mirés corré si aparezco
Corré si aparezco
Corré si aparezco
No respires no mirés corré si aparezco
No respires no mirés corré si aparezco
No respires no mirés corré si aparezco
Corré si aparezco
Corré si aparezco
Corré si aparezco
credits
from Sola Estoy Mejor, released October 30, 2023
Mezclado y masterizado por Pablo Abatte

TOXICIDAD - LUX MALA (Official video)