Date Signed: January 2025
Label: Steamhammer/SPV
Band Members: Raiden, vocals, guitar; Ariyuki, lead guitar; Bori, bass; Jimmy, drums
Type of Music: Metal
Booking: jetjaguarmetal@gmail.com
Publicity: Atom Splitter PR, press@atomsplitterpr.com
Jet Jaguar’s journey toward securing a label deal was a determined and strategic one. One of Mexico’s hottest contemporary metal acts, Jet Jaguar has recently been signed to Hanover-based imprint Steamhammer/SPV. “Luckily, Olly [Hahn] liked our music and wrote back,” they say, and from there, things began to move quickly.
The band’s journey began in 2014 in Cancún, Mexico with a blend of original songs and covers of their early influences. Over time, however, it was clear that they were carving their own path in the metal world. Their big break came in 2017 when they won the prestigious Wacken Metal Battle competition. “That’s when things started getting serious,” they recount, as it marked a turning point that saw them shift their priorities toward extensive touring across Europe and Latin America. “Making music a serious pursuit requires big sacrifices,” they say, and it’s evident that they practice what they preach as “drummer Jimmy dropped out of medical school, and our bass player Bori left his business administration studies” in order to fully commit to the music.
Their new album, Severance, is set to release this fall, promising to push boundaries and explore new sonic horizons. "We knew we wanted—and in a way needed—a gloomier, heavier sound," they explain, reflecting on the emotional challenges they faced during the pandemic. The album’s thematic content is equally bold, tracks like “Severance” reflect the band’s struggles and growth, while “Fool’s Paradise” examines modern society, tackling issues like fake news, radicalization, and the addictive nature of social media. "From the first riff to the final master, [Severance] took about two and a half years;" nothing is more admirable than their dedication to the final product. "We wanted to take our time to ensure the best possible outcome, following our philosophy of creating albums where you don’t feel the need to skip any songs.”
Jet Jaguar’s commitment to their craft is evident not only in the music they produce, but in their attitude towards performance, "For us, it’s like exchanging energy with the crowd." It’s more than just a show to Jet Jaguar—it’s a connection that transcends the stage.
