Forever Slave

Forever Slave is a Spanish symphonic gothic metal band formed in 2000 by multi-instrumentalist Sergio (Servalath) and vocalist Lady Angellyca. They emerged during the height of the European 'female-fronted' metal boom, distinguishing themselves through a heavy emphasis on conceptual storytelling and operatic vocal delivery.

Their early demos, such as 'Resurrection', focused on historical figures like Elizabeth Bathory, establishing a dark, narrative-driven identity. Their debut full-length, 'Alice's Inferno' (2005), remains their most significant work, gaining critical traction in the European metal press and leading to performances at major festivals like Wacken Open Air. Musically, they occupy a space between the melodic gothic metal of Tristania and the symphonic bombast of Nightwish, though with a grittier, more horror-influenced production style. While the band saw a shift toward a more alternative, 'bad girl' aesthetic with their 2008 follow-up, they are primarily remembered for their contribution to the mid-2000s symphonic gothic scene, blending Spanish metal sensibilities with Northern European atmospheric tropes.