"Under Siege (Regnum Irae)" Album Description:
In the vibrant tapestry of heavy metal history, one can discern certain threads that stand out for their tenacity and artistic prowess. Among these, Sepultura's "Under Siege (Regnum Irae)," a 12" Vinyl Maxi-Single released in 1991 in Holland, holds a distinct place. This release, a powerful manifestation of the band's musical prowess during the period, not only contributed significantly to the metal scene but also achieved noteworthy commercial success.
Produced by the renowned Scott Burns and Sepultura themselves, "Under Siege (Regnum Irae)" is a testament to the band's commitment to pushing musical boundaries. The album from which it stems, "Arise," solidified Sepultura's position in the metal hierarchy, and this single further reinforced their sonic prowess.
The artistic elements surrounding the release are as integral as the music itself. The album cover illustration by Michael Welan and photography by Carole Segal, coupled with the art direction by Patricia Mooney, culminate in a visual experience that complements the intensity of Sepultura's sound. The fusion of musical and visual elements creates an immersive journey for the listener, underscoring the band's dedication to delivering a holistic artistic experience.
Commercial success, a metric often indicative of an album's impact, was undeniably achieved by "Under Siege (Regnum Irae)." Released under the banner of Roadracer with the catalog number RO 2424 6, the single resonated with fans and critics alike. Its popularity not only propelled the band further into the limelight but also contributed to the enduring legacy of the "Arise" album.
What sets "Under Siege (Regnum Irae)" apart is its amalgamation of intricate musical arrangements, visceral energy, and a visual narrative that enhances the overall experience. Sepultura's ability to seamlessly weave aggression with melody, showcased prominently in this release, distinguishes them as innovators within the metal genre.
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Album Fact Sheet: SEPULTURA Under Siege (Regnum Irae)
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Music Genre:
Thrash Metal
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Album Production Information:
The album: "SEPULTURA Under Siege (Regnum Irae)" was produced by:
Scott Burns and Sepultura
Scott Burns – Record producer, sound engineerMorrisound's behind-the-glass troublemaker who taught extreme metal how to sound lethal on purpose. Read more... Scott Burns is the behind-the-glass architect of the late-80s/early-90s Florida death-metal explosion, the Morrisound guy who made brutal sound huge without sanding off the teeth. From 1987 to 1997 he was everywhere: engineering Death ("Leprosy" 1988) then producing "Spiritual Healing" (1990), forging Obituary's "Slowly We Rot" (1989) and "Cause of Death" (1990), and giving Sepultura its leap on "Beneath the Remains" (1989) and "Arise" (1991). Add Cannibal Corpse, Deicide, Suffocation and Napalm Death, and you've basically got the soundtrack to my misspent youth. He later bailed to computer engineering, popping back in for the odd session - because sanity is optional. Album cover illustration: Michael Welan
Album cover photography: Carole Segal
Art Direction: Patricia Mooney
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Record Company & Catalog number:
Roadracer RO 2424 6
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Record Format: 12" Vinyl Stereo Gramophone Record
Total Album (Cover+Record) Weight: 230 gram
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Year & Country:
1991 Made in Holland
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Personnel/Band Members and Musicians on: SEPULTURA Under Siege (Regnum Irae)
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Band-members, Musicians and Performers
- Andreas Kisser - Lead guitar
- Andreas Kisser – Lead guitarist, backing vocalist (Sepultura)
Joined Sepultura in 1987 and basically re-tuned their whole future without making a fuss about it. Read more...Andreas Kisser is the lead guitarist who walked into Sepultura in 1987, plugged in, and quietly made the band smarter and sharper without asking anyone's permission. From 1987 to today he's been on every major era: the thrash leap of "Schizophrenia" (1987), the Scott Burns-cut brutality of "Beneath the Remains" (1989) and "Arise" (1991), and beyond. He even fronted Sepultura at Monsters of Rock (Donington) in 1996 when Max had to step away - a promotion you don't get from HR. In 1994 he piled onto Nailbomb's "Point Blank" for extra shrapnel, then spent 1995-1996 trading demos with Jason Newsted and Tom Hunting. Since 2012 he's also swung with De La Tierra, proving riffs speak fluent Spanish too.
- Igor Cavalera - Drums
- Igor Cavalera – Drummer (Sepultura)
Co-founded Sepultura, then later spelled his name "Iggor" like that fixes anything - and somehow it worked. Read more... Igor Cavalera is the drummer who co-built Sepultura into a global weapon, and he never played like a polite employee. From 1984 to June 2006 I heard him turn thrash into a stampede, then sharpen it on 'Beneath the Remains' (1989) and 'Arise' (1991) before the tribal grind of 'Chaos A.D.' (1993) and 'Roots' (1996). He detoured into Nailbomb in 1994, and after the split he reunited with Max in Cavalera Conspiracy (2007-present). He later showed up with Strife (2012), the noise duo Pet Brick (2018-), and even drummed with Soulwax in 2017, because metal apparently wasn't busy enough. From 2006 he also went by 'Iggor' and moonlit as half of DJ duo Mixhell. The groove is still the same: relentless, stubborn, and loud.
- Max Cavalera - Vocals, guitar
- Max Cavalera – Singer, guitarist (Sepultura)
The voice that turned "Refuse/Resist" into a riot chant, then built a whole second career out of refusing to slow down. Read more... Max Cavalera is the gravel-throated singer and rhythm guitarist who dragged Sepultura from Belo Horizonte basements to the global thrash front line. From 1984 to 1996 I watched him steer the band from raw chaos into the career-defining run of "Beneath the Remains" (1989), "Arise" (1991), "Chaos A.D." (1993) and "Roots" (1996), where his bark and down-tuned churn felt like a protest march with amplifiers. He side-stepped into Nailbomb in 1994-1995, then launched Soulfly in 1997 and has kept digging that riff quarry ever since. Since 2007 he has reunited with Igor in Cavalera Conspiracy, and he still pops up in projects like Killer Be Killed. Subtle? No. Effective? Annoyingly, yes.
- Paulo Jr - Bass
- Paulo Jr. – Bass guitarist (Sepultura)
Sepultura's longest-serving low-end anchor since 1984, plus side missions with The Unabomber Files (2009-) and Cultura Tres (2019-). Read more... Paulo Jr. is the long-haul bassist of Sepultura, the quiet engine who has kept the low end moving since 1984. I first clocked him as the constant onstage while the band sprinted from Belo Horizonte chaos into world-class thrash; he is widely credited as first appearing on Sepultura records with "Chaos A.D." (1993), after the early years where Andreas Kisser handled many studio bass parts. From 1984 through the farewell-era years, he stayed the anchor beside whoever was holding the mic. Outside the mothership he formed The Unabomber Files (2009-) and, since 2019, has toured and recorded with Cultura Tres. Not flashy, just stubbornly there - like my shelves.
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