SOULFLY Unveil Animated Video For “Favela / Dystopia”

Metal icons Soulfly return with a powerful new visual statement, releasing the official music video for “Favela / Dystopia” — a standout track taken from their thirteenth studio album Chama, which dropped on October 24, 2025 via Nuclear Blast. The release further expands the band’s legacy of blending raw aggression with deeply rooted cultural and social themes.

Presented through a striking animated format, the video offers a dark and unfiltered lens into life within Brazilian favelas, capturing the tension, struggle, and resilience embedded in the song’s narrative. Crafted by animator Matt Creeptoon, the visual pairs seamlessly with the track’s crushing groove and tribal intensity, amplifying its emotional and political weight.

Musically, “Favela / Dystopia” channels the band’s signature fusion of groove metal, thrash, and tribal influences, driven by relentless rhythms and the unmistakable presence of Max Cavalera. The track stands as a key moment on Chama, a record described as a return to the band’s raw, spiritual, and aggressive roots while pushing forward with renewed energy and modern intensity.

With this animated release, SOULFLY once again prove their ability to merge music and message into a visceral experience. “Favela / Dystopia” is more than a song — it’s a stark visual and sonic confrontation with reality, delivered with the unrelenting force that has defined SOULFLY for decades.