Progressive Metal Unit JACK THE JOKER Reveals New Single “Denied” + Music Video

Today, progressive metal unit JACK THE JOKER are excited to share their new single “Denied,” out now via Frontiers Music Srl. The new single is accompanied by a music video, available to view below.

The musicality of “Denied” is structured in the rhythmic cells of maracatu, an Afro-Brazilian tradition that carries the marks of struggle and celebration. The pulsating beats breathe life into the song, creating an intense and emotive atmosphere.

JACK THE JOKER comments on the new track:

“'Denied' brings a rare combination of a melodic 'prog' tune with direct regional music influences to us here in the Northeast, more specifically the Maracatu. The song is a social examination of the inequality of opportunities that plagues our country; the abysmal difference between those who come from different realities.”

JACK THE JOKER is a modern progressive metal band with a twist hailing from the Northeast of Brazil. The band consists of Raphael Joer (vocals), Felipe Faco (guitar), Lucas Colares (guitar), Gustavo Pinheiro (bass), and Vicente Ferreira (drums).

The band is notorious for incorporating traditional influences from their local culture, including musical styles such as maracatu, forró, baião and frevo.

Their sound draws inspiration from the eponymous renowned Brazilian novel and explores the metaphysical backlands, where human will prevail against the hostility of nature.

The instrumental arrangements delineate the environment by fusing regional genres with rock and metal to create a landscape that mirrors the themes in the lyrics.

This captivating musical odyssey has already garnered a significant amount of buzz in the prog scene through the first two singles released in 2024.

Stream / Listen to "Denied" HERE