Blasted Mechanism

Blasted Mechanism is a Portuguese electro-rock band known for its highly theatrical live shows involving elaborated alien-themed costumes as a backdrop to their music. The band was founded in 1995 by Karkov and Valdjiu. New members joined later to form the current line up. As they like to put it "they weren't created but invented", blasting into the Portuguese music scene with a very different sound and visuals.

OriginLisbon, Portugal

GenresElectronic rock, alternative rock, world music

Years active1995–present

LabelToolateman

Quick facts Background information, Origin ...

Blasted Mechanism
Background information
Origin	Lisbon, Portugal
Genres	Electronic rock, alternative rock, world music
Years active	1995–present
Label	Toolateman
Members	Guitshu: Vocals (since 2008) Riic Wolf: Vocals (since 2018) Valdjiu: Bambuleco, Kalachakra Ary: Bass Fred Stone: Drums
Past members	Karkov: Vocals (until 2008) Miguel Cardona: Guitar Zymon: Electric guitar, sitar, keyboards Salvatori Tiliba: Didgeridoo Winga: Percussion Castora: Percussion
Website	http://www.blastedmechanism.com

Close

They quickly became known for their extravagant audiovisual performances involving alien and tribal looking musicians and an irreverent, upbeat attitude. Over the years, they developed a unique musical style that mixes alternative rock, electronic music, reggae, dub and folk.