1.To kick things off, tell our audience a bit about the origin story of “BLOODHUNTER”?
Dani: BLOODHUNTER started back in 2008. At that time I had a number of songs that didn’t really fit with the bands I was playing in, so I decided to start a new project around that material. It took a few years to find a stable lineup, but around 2013–2014 things finally came together: we recorded our first demo and began the band’s real journey. Since then we’ve released three albums and kept pushing the project forward.
2.Who took the lead on the lyrics for “The Outspoken” and what was the spark that brought that track to life?
Diva: I’ve written all the lyrics since I joined the band. Over the years, I realized that I used to hide behind metaphors to talk about everyday conflicts, but with these new songs I found myself speaking openly about situations and feelings for the very first time.
In this case, I remember listening to the first demos and immediately feeling this vibe of rebellion — the urge to stay true to yourself and express it. I was thinking about how society often pretends to be something it isn’t, and how that same mentality also exists in the music industry, despite the responsibility we have toward younger generations who look up to us.
3.If you had to describe the band “BLOODHUNTER” sound to someone who hasn’t heard you yet, what would you say?
Diva: Imagine blending a groovy sound with melodic guitars, a technically driven rhythm section, and some growls… you might end up with a different picture than what people usually associate with death metal. Sometimes I think that if it weren’t me on vocals, we might be talking about a completely different genre of music.
4.How has the songwriting evolved for the Single’s “The Outspoken” / “The Devil’s Own”? What does that process look like for you lately?
Diva: Usually, Dani or Guille come up with the initial guitar ideas, and then I try to break down the verses to understand the song’s structure, whispering vocal lines until I find the right words that fit the rhyme. That’s mainly how we work, but I think the difference this time was that we didn’t focus on the process itself. In my opinion, the songs came together naturally this time, without any limitations.
5.What are some of the recurring themes or messages you find yourself exploring in your lyrics?
Diva: I usually like to talk about philosophical topics, the human mind… and I tend to connect everything to some mythological or occult concept. This time, as I was saying, I think everything came about much more spontaneously, and it’s the first time I speak in the first person about concrete experiences. I’m happy about it because, even though it makes me feel a bit more vulnerable, I think people will connect with it more.
6.The cover art for The new singles, who was the creative mind behind that vision?
Diva: We spent months exploring different concepts, but eventually we locked onto a shared vision with a very striking aesthetic: we wanted both singles to feature stark white, blood red, and deep black tones, incorporating elements that hint at the essence of each song, drawn almost like realistic paintings. For this project, we teamed up with Gustavo Sazes again, who worked with us on our previous album Knowledge Was The Price. As always, he completely understood our vision and translated it flawlessly into art. We couldn’t be happier with the result — it’s raw, intense, and exactly what we wanted.
7.Do you find your energy translates better in an intimate club venue or a massive festival setting? Also, which show stands out as your all-time favorite?
Dani: Both have their magic, but festivals bring a special kind of energy. Playing in front of a huge crowd that may not know you yet pushes you to give everything on stage.
If I had to choose one show that really stands out, it would be Graspop Metal Meeting 2025. For us it was a huge milestone as a band. The show was streamed live, so we had a lot of friends watching from home, and everything went really well. We enjoyed it a lot and the crowd reacted great too. On top of that, being one of the very few Spanish bands to ever play Graspop made it even more special. It felt like an important moment both for the band and for the metal “made in Spain”.
8.Who was the “inspirational” artists that actually made you want to pick up an instrument and play?
Diva: In my case, I never imagined that I would end up as the singer of a death metal band, because I started out listening to bands like Guns N’ Roses or Bon Jovi. Nobody in my family enjoys rock or metal, and I only found friends who shared the same interests in my late teens. I always knew I wanted to become a musician or work in the music industry, but it wasn’t until I saw a live video of Sabina Classen from Holy Moses, or my first live show of Arch Enemy with Angela Gossow, that I truly believed there was a place for me too. From there, I started exploring some of the most iconic figures in the genre, like Dani Filth (Cradle Of Filth) and Nergal (Behemoth).
9.If you could sit down and collaborate with any artist or band right now, who would be at the top of your list?
Diva: It may sound like a cliché, but for obvious reasons I have to say Tati from Jinjer and Courtney LaPlante from Spiritbox. Of course, any of the artists I mentioned in the previous question would be a dream come true.
10.What’s the current pulse of the metal scene in “Galicia, Spain” from your perspective?
Dani: There are actually a lot of great metal bands in Spain, and Galicia is no exception. The level of musicianship is very high and there’s a lot of talent around. The challenge is that metal still receives very little institutional or cultural support compared to other countries. There isn’t much infrastructure or guidance for bands, and even something as basic as legally organizing a band or managing its activities can be surprisingly complicated due to bureaucracy and taxes, even when you’re barely making money. Because of that, many bands end up learning the business side completely on their own. Despite the lack of support, the scene keeps producing very strong bands, and I honestly think many of them could reach a much bigger international level if there were more structure, knowledge and support around the scene.
11.Are there any endorsements or gear brands you’re currently working with that you’d like to shout out?
Dani: Our drummer Adrián Perales currently works with Yamaha, Paiste and Balbex, so a big thanks to them for their support. The rest of us are still proudly sponsored by our own stubbornness and a lot of hard work.
12.What does the tour calendar look like? Any big shows or festivals we should be marking down?
Dani: We wrapped up the touring cycle for our previous album “Knowledge Was The Price” at the end of last year. Right now we’re focused on releasing new songs and seeing how people respond to the new material. Things are starting to move again, so we expect to announce new shows and festival appearances soon.
13.Where’s the best place for fans to keep up with you and dive into your community online?
Dani: The central hub for everything related to the band is our website, www.BLOODHUNTER.net. From there you can find links to all our social media, music platforms and updates, so it’s the best place for fans to stay connected with what we’re doing.
