MOTHS, the progressive metal unit hailing from San Juan, Puerto Rico, are excited to launch their new single “Envy,” marking the third taste of new music from their upcoming album Septem, due out August 1st, 2025. Watch the music video for “Envy” here!

 

Stream / Listen to “Envy” here!

https://linktr.ee/mothspr

“Envy” is a haunting callback to the band’s earlier sound, blending heavy Stoner/Doom Metal influences with the psychedelic tone fans have come to expect. It’s a track that feels both familiar and intense while being driven by crushing riffs, atmospheric layers, and a deep emotional undercurrent.

 

Lyrically, the song centers around the theme of the capital sin of envy, told from the perspective of someone who feels inherently flawed and consumed by resentment. It explores the feeling of being on the outside looking in, and the damage that comes from wanting what others have; not just to possess it, but to tear it down. The character’s descent reflects the darker side of human emotion, without glamorizing it.

 

Importantly, this song features one of the last lyrical contributions from Damaris Rodriguez, MOTHS’ previous vocalist.

 

This release highlights MOTHS’ ability to seamlessly blend genres, moving between heavy, psychedelic, and progressive elements without missing a beat, all while staying true to their signature sound.

 

MOTHS comments on the new track:

 

“‘Envy’ feels like the closest link to what we did on our previous album, ‘Space Force.’ It puts more focus on the vocal performance and the riffs that drive it, but still includes that jam-session energy we love to bring into our writing process. The music on ‘Septem’ as a whole is more direct; darker, heavier, and more extreme, but ‘Envy’ keeps that progressive foundation that’s naturally part of who we are as a band. It’s also one of the most colorful tracks on the record, filled with catchy hooks and dynamic shifts. Now that this is our third single, we hope it gives listeners a clearer idea of what to expect from the album and sparks their curiosity.”

 

 

MOTHS’ upcoming album, ‘Septem,’ is a visceral journey through the Seven Deadly Sins, with each track embodying a facet of indulgence, obsession, and self-destruction—from the corrosive jealousy of “Envy” to the insatiable hunger of “Gluttony” and the rage of “Wrath.” The album plunges listeners into a dark, immersive experience where desire spirals into chaos.

 

Diving deeper into heavier territory, MOTHS fuse elements of Death and Black Metal with their signature blend of Progressive, Psychedelic, Doom, and Stoner Metal, crafting a sound that’s both aggressive and atmospheric.

 

‘Septem’ was recorded in just five days at Romaphonic Studios in Buenos Aires, capturing the raw energy and inspiration of the setting. It also marks the debut of vocalist Mariel Viruet, whose range spans from haunting melodies to visceral screams.

 

The album was mixed by Walter Chacón (Los Fabulosos Cadillacs) and mastered by Jens Bogren (Opeth, Katatonia, Between the Buried and Me) at Fascination Street Studios in Sweden.

 

On the album, Weslie Negrón reflects:

 

“‘Septem’ is our most ambitious effort to date. From traveling to another country to record it, to the addition of a new vocalist, and creating it all amidst a world in turmoil—it’s incredibly rewarding to finally see it out there. This album contains some of my favorite songs we’ve ever written as a band. You can feel our chemistry in these tracks, how we came together to make them happen, without any boundaries or ‘rules’ about how songs should be written. It’s an intriguing, unpredictable, and unconventional album, one that I’m sure will feel like a fresh sound to everyone who hears it.”

Pre-Order Septem here:
https://linktr.ee/mothspr

‘Septem’ Track List:
1. Sloth
2. Envy
3. Greed
4. Pride
5. Lust
6. Gluttony
7. Wrath

MOTHS Live:
7/31 – Orlando, FL @ Will’s Pub
8/1 – St. Augustine, FL @ Shanghai Nobbys
8/2 – Atlanta, GA @ Boggs Social Supply
8/3 – Asheville, NC @ Fleetwood’s
8/6 – Philadelphia, PA @ PhilaMOCA
8/7 – Baltimore, MD @ The Depot
8/8 – Brooklyn, NY @ Lucky 13 Saloon
8/9 – Somerville, MA @ Somergloom Festival

 

Buy Tickets HERE

About MOTHS:

MOTHS is a Progressive Metal band from San Juan, Puerto Rico that refuses to be confined to a single genre. Since their debut in 2018 with ‘MOTHS,’ followed by a split with The Stone Eye in 2020 and their acclaimed 2022 album ‘Space Force,’ they have proven to be a constantly evolving force in modern Metal.

 

But MOTHS is more than just music—it’s a full sensory experience. Their strong artistic direction makes every live performance more than just a show; it’s an immersive journey. ‘Space Force’ put them on the map, earning praise from publications like Guitar World Magazine, Loudwire, Metal Injection, and MetalSucks.

 

They have shared the stage with bands such as The Ocean Collective, Circus Maximus, and The Well, and in 2023, they brought their unstoppable energy to the U.S. East Coast with The Chrysalis Migration Tour.

 

MOTHS is a must-listen. With every step forward, they continue to explore new sounds and challenge genre boundaries, proving that music has no limits when driven by passion and innovation.

MOTHS are:
Mariel Viruet – Vocals
Weslie Negrón – Bass
Jonathan Miranda – Lead Guitar
Omar González – Rhythm Guitar
Daniel Figueroa – Drums