Two doses of raw, aggressive metal will tear through Machines Venue on march 18, 2027.Don't wait to be asked twice!
BRUJERIA (Mexic)
BRUJERIA emerged, shrouded in mystery and infamy, in 1989. They forcefully introduced phrases like Matando Güeros, La Migra, Marijuana y Brujerizmo into the lexicon of extreme subcultures from hardcore punk to death metal. The brutal death grind band from Mexico came to represent the notoriously violent world of illegal drug trafficking, vicious retaliation, and a sinister syncretism between Afro-Caribbean sorcery like Palo Mayombe and Santeria with outright demonic possession.
They brandish rifles and machetes. Most importantly, they’re armed with an arsenal of brutal riffs. Rumors abound that frontman Juan Brujo ingeniously surrounded himself over the years with members of legendary bands like NAPALM DEATH, CARCASS, and AT THE GATES and performers from beloved TV shows like Orange Is The New Black and Jackass. But nobody knows for certain. That’s because the men and women of BRUJERIA conceal themselves with bandanas, serapes, and balaclavas.
Conjured like a cabal whenever society reaches a new tipping point between order and chaos, Brujeria sacrifices songs to full-length albums and singles, as decidedly apocalyptic as the Mayans, by their own calendar. Records like Raza Odiada (1995) and Brujerizmo (2000) are undeniable classics. Ripping excoriations of daily news like “Amaricon Czar” (2019) and “COVID - 666” (2020) are bitingly topical.
Coco Loco (a metal mascot as iconic to many metalheads as IRON MAIDEN’s Eddie or MEGADETH’s Vic Rattlehead) returns in 2023, emblazoned on a ferocious fifth full-length album dubbed simply Esto Es Brujeria.
BRUJERIA makes the metal version of the corrido, a traditional Mexican song style built on storytelling. The narratives cover everything from history to daily life for outlaws. In Brujeria’s case, the narrator’s tales range from righteous murders of oppressors and rivals to drug deals gone wrong. On Esto Es Brujeria, their blistering new platter, they growl about everything from being Party Boss to a first night in jail.
After a long absence, BRUJERIA returned with Pocho Aztlan in 2016. The band’s first album with Nuclear Blast Records injected fresh blood into the unstoppable crew in the form of new recruits. The songs combined the focused groove of Brujerizmo with the impenetrable death grind of the mid - 90s.
Esto Es Brujeria brings BRUJERIA roaring full circle into the post-pandemic era, with the deep polarization, civil unrest, ongoing brutality, and social upheaval of the day ripe for the band’s notorious critiques. Steeped in dense myth, extreme metal’s most notorious antiheroes materialize anytime, anywhere, to spin their tales of anarchic mayhem and lawless fury . They are eternal banditos, prepared to party.
Line up:
Juan Brujo, Sangron, Fantasma, Pinche Peach, & La Encabronada | Vocals
El Criminal & El Embrujado | Guitars
Hongo & El Cynico | Bass
Hongo Jr. | Drums
BRUJERIA online:
https://www.brujeria.com
https://www.facebook.com/Brujeria/
https://www.instagram.com/brujeria_oficial
https://www.youtube.com/BrujeriaOfficial
CRIMINAL (Chile)
Formed in Santiago, Chile in 1991, CRIMINAL has carved its name into the foundations of Latin American metal. Emerging from the ashes of the cult act Pentagram (Chile), the band was instrumental in shaping the region's extreme music scene—making their live debut as support for Kreator, the first international metal band to play Chile. Their early success led to a deal with BMG, and their first two albums, Victimized (1994) and Dead Soul (1997), became underground milestones, each selling over 10,000 copies in Chile alone.
CRIMINAL's discography is a testament to their evolution and resilience. From the raw aggression of Cancer (2000) and the politically charged No Gods No Masters (2004), to the sharpened brutality of Sicario (2005) and White Hell (2009), the band has consistently pushed boundaries. Akelarre (2011) and Fear Itself (2016) expanded their sonic palette while staying true to their roots, culminating in Sacrificio (2021), released via Metal Blade Records—a fierce and uncompromising statement of intent.
Their reputation as a live force is built on decades of relentless touring across South and North America and Europe, CRIMINAL has shared stages with genre heavyweights like Lamb of God, Brujeria, and Six Feet Under, and has appeared at major festivals including Wacken Open Air, Bloodstock, and Summer Breeze. In one of the most iconic moments of their career, they performed as direct support to Metallica in Santiago before a crowd of 55,000.
2025 marks the arrival of Gabriel Hidalgo as the new guitarist of Criminal, adding a milestone to the band's history as he joins the line-up alongside Anton Reisenegger, Danilo Estrella, and Dan Biggin. Recognized as one of Chile's most distinguished metal guitarists, his incorporation strengthens the group's power and legacy. With his experience and virtuosity, Criminal embarks on a new chapter charged with strength and intensity.
CRIMINAL is more than a band—they are a cornerstone of Latin American metal history. With nine full-length albums and a legacy forged in sweat, riffs, and resistance, they continue to deliver a sound that is both timeless and vital. Their music speaks to generations of fans across continents, blending technical precision with raw intensity, and proving that Latin American metal is not just alive—it's lethal.
CRIMINAL on line:
https://www.facebook.com/Criminal.Band
https://www.instagram.com/criminal.band
https://www.youtube.com/@criminalchile
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🔺 Acces si Vârstă
Accesul minorilor cu vârsta cuprinsă între 12 și 18 ani este permis doar în baza unui bilet valabil și dacă sunt însoțiți de un părinte sau tutore legal care deține un bilet valabil de acces. Vă recomandăm insistent utilizarea căștilor de protecție fonică pentru copii.
Nu servim băuturi alcoolice minorilor.
🔺 Servire și Rezervări
Pe durata evenimentelor, servirea se face exclusiv la bar.
Achiziționarea biletului de intrare nu asigură rezervarea unui loc la masă.
Pentru loc la masă, este nevoie de rezervare, iar rezervarea se poate face printr-un mesaj privat pe Facebook sau Instagram.
Este interzisă introducerea în club și consumul băuturilor care nu sunt achiziționate din Machines Venue.
🔺 Comportament și Siguranță
Persoanele care vin în stare avansată de ebrietate nu au acces în club.
Persoanele care au ajuns într-o stare de ebrietate avansată nu vor mai fi servite cu alcool și vor fi escortate să părăsească localul.
Este strict INTERZIS consumul de substanțe ilegale în incinta și pe terasa Machines Venue.
Este interzis accesul în Machines Venue a persoanelor care au asupra lor arme albe sau orice alt obiect care poate fi folosit pentru a răni o persoană.
Persoanele care produc daune spațiului sau obiectelor de inventar deținute de Machines Venue sunt obligate să achite contravaloarea daunelor.
Persoanele care intră în Machines Venue sunt nevoite să accepte regulile localului.
Pentru buna desfășurare a evenimentului, organizatorii își rezervă dreptul de a interzice accesul persoanelor care nu respectă regulile de acces.
🔺 Responsabilitate și Media
Organizatorii nu sunt responsabili pentru bunurile participanților și nici pentru pierderea obiectelor lăsate la dulapurile de la garderobă.
Participarea la acest eveniment reprezintă acordul implicit pentru folosirea materialelor foto/video în care puteți fi surprinși pe platformele de social media proprii sau ale partenerilor noștri.
Programul evenimentelor poate suferi modificări care vor fi anunțate în event-ul creat pe FB și pe paginile de social media ale Machines Venue.
Organizatorii își rezervă dreptul de a modifica regulamentul în conformitate cu prevederile aflate în vigoare.
Contravaloarea biletelor de acces nu poate fi returnată.
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INTERNAL ORDER REGULATIONS:
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🔺 Access and Age Restrictions
Minors between the ages of 12 and 18 are permitted only with a valid ticket and if accompanied by a parent or legal guardian who also holds a valid admission ticket.
We strongly recommend the use of hearing protection ear muffs for children.
We do not serve alcoholic beverages to minors.
🔺 Service and Reservations
During the events, service is provided exclusively at the bar.
Purchasing an entrance ticket does not guarantee a reservation for a seat at the table.
Table reservations are required for seating and can be made via a private message on our Facebook or Instagram page.
It is forbidden to bring into the club or consume beverages not purchased from Machines Venue.
🔺 Conduct and Safety
Persons arriving in an advanced state of intoxication will be denied access to the club.
Persons who reach an advanced state of intoxication will no longer be served alcohol and will be escorted to leave the premises.
The consumption of illegal substances within the venue and on the Machines Venue terrace is strictly FORBIDDEN.
Access to Machines Venue is forbidden for persons carrying sharp objects (bladed weapons) or any other item that could be used to injure a person.
Persons who cause damage to the space or inventory objects owned by Machines Venue are obliged to pay for the cost of the damages.
Persons entering Machines Venue are required to accept the venue's rules.
For the proper running of the event, organizers reserve the right to deny access to persons who do not comply with the access rules.
🔺 Liability and Media
Organizers are not responsible for participants' belongings or for the loss of items left in the cloakroom lockers.
Participation in this event represents implicit consent for the use of photo/video materials in which you may be featured on our own social media platforms or those of our partners.
The event schedule may be subject to changes, which will be announced in the Facebook event and on Machines Venue's social media pages.
Organizers reserve the right to modify these regulations in accordance with current legal provisions.
The value of admission tickets is non-refundable.
Event venue
Machines Venue, Strada Republicii 108, 400489 Cluj-Napoca, România, Cluj-napoca, Romania
Tickets
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