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Valiantis is a band hailing from Marsa, formed in December 2018. The initial seeds of the band were sown when members Baġiġu and Jonathan, who previously played together in "Black State Believers," reunited to jam after the former band disbanded. Their harmonic resonance soon attracted the vocals of André 'Judas' Mallia, and the rhythm of Jean Pierre Gatt on drums. The core ensemble thus established, continued to play together till 2020, post which Glen Cassar on guitar, Lorna Fiorini and Alison Gatt on backing vocals and keyboards respectively, joined the troupe, enriching the band’s sonic tapestry.
The musical style of Valiantis is a unique blend, mainly rooted in classic heavy, power, and thrash metal. However, their sound doesn't stop here; it extends to incorporate elements from a myriad of genres including cinematic and orchestral music, modern metal, pop, and at times, veers into the realms of gothic and electro. The classic heavy metal genre continues to be a major influence on the band.
The name 'Valiantis' emerged from a meticulous quest for a moniker that resonated with the band's ethos and style. Derived from the word "Valiant," signifying bravery, and suffixed with 'is' reminiscent of a domain or place, Valiantis metaphorically stands for 'Land of the Brave.'
Much of Valiantis’ music narrates tales from a post-apocalyptic world, portraying events leading to such an apocalypse. There's also a reflection on the metal music genre, life's journey, its inherent challenges, and the valor to overcome the fear of failure through their compositions.
Their first public performance was held at the Garage in September 2021, a delay from the originally planned date in October 2020 due to the pandemic. Despite the restrictions allowing only a hundred attendees, the event saw a full house, an encouraging testament to the local following the band had garnered.
As of now, Valiantis has not ventured into recording, as their journey has been extensively about live performances, which are often sought after. They harbor plans to take a respite from live performances to focus on recording their original material, sufficient for a full-length album.
The November 2021 performance at the Epic Camp and their participation in the Rock/Metal City Festival in March 2022 at City Theatre, Valletta, are among the memorable performances cited by the band. They share a camaraderie with other bands and artists, often supporting or being supported in gigs, and inviting guest artists on stage.
Valiantis looks forward to their upcoming performances at the Epic Camp on November 25th and supporting X-Vandals at the Garage in Żebbuġ on December 8th. While they don’t have an ambitious long-term roadmap, their journey is about enjoying the ride, taking one step at a time, and continuing to do what they love most—creating resonant music that strikes a chord with the audience.
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