The Brazilian Melodic Death/Thrash Metal band Sophie’s Threat has officially released their highly anticipated full-length album, “Enemy Within”.
Following lineup changes and a series of successful singles leading up to their debut EP “Phase One” (2023), the album dropped on November 22, delivering a dynamic blend of aggression and melody inspired by Swedish melodic death metal pioneers such as Arch Enemy, In Flames, Scar Symmetry, and Dark Tranquility.
“Enemy Within” also marks the definitive debut of the band’s current lineup: Felícia Andrade (vocals), Ricardo Oliveira (guitar), Guilherme Nemeth (bass), and Tiago Carteano (drums).
Preceded by the singles “Self Divided” and “The Future”, the album showcases Andrade’s versatile vocal range, effortlessly shifting between clean singing and guttural screams, significantly expanding the band’s sonic landscape.
With “Enemy Within”, Sophie’s Threat explores profound and contemporary themes, tackling issues such as life-and-death decisions, the limits of human intervention in nature, extraterrestrial mysteries, misinformation during the pandemic, the uncertainties of technological evolution, the fight against depression, and identity crises in the digital age.
“This album is an invitation to confront both the darkness of the world and our own inner turmoil, while also discovering paths to transformation amidst the chaos”, says drummer and founding member Tiago Carteano.
Musically, “Enemy Within” balances relentless, heavy riffs with emotive, melodic solos, capturing the turbulence of the modern era. The album’s dystopian themes are met with undertones of hope and resilience, delivering a powerful message about overcoming adversity.
Tracklist:
(Intro) Green Mile
Trajectory
Chimera Threat
(Preface) Revelation
Dark Skies
The Pied Piper
The Future… (Cannot Be Programmed)
Enemy Within
Self Divided
Artwork: André Meister
Listen to “Enemy Within”: https://onerpm.link/161945880151
Production, Mixing & Mastering: Michel Villares (@meh.studios)
“We recorded the album in record time, and we can’t wait for everyone to experience the evolution of our sound. Everything fell into place—songs, lyrics, lineup, production—creating something heavier and more intense than ever”, adds Carteano.
With “Enemy Within”, Sophie’s Threat solidifies its place as one of the most promising acts in the South American metal scene. More than just an album, it is a visceral and thought-provoking experience, bridging the past and future of melodic death metal. Blending influences from the genre’s golden era with a fresh perspective, the band continues to push boundaries.
Alongside promoting the new album, Sophie’s Threat is currently preparing to release a music video that promises to take their artistry to the next level.
Follow Sophie’s Threat on social media:
Facebook: @sophiesthreat
Instagram: @sophiesthreat
Youtube: @sophiesthreat3860
