Interlude

Interlude is a Spanish screamo and post-hardcore band formed in 2005, emerging from the fertile DIY punk scenes of Zaragoza. The group features members with deep roots in the Spanish underground, including ties to the MalaRaza collective and bands like Criatura and Nevergood.

Their sound is a quintessential example of 'real screamo' (skramz), characterized by high-intensity vocal performances, complex melodic guitar work, and a structural unpredictability that favors emotional arc over traditional verse-chorus formats. Throughout their discography, notably on '10000 ans de vengeance' and 'A la deriva,' they have maintained a commitment to a raw, unpolished aesthetic that emphasizes the physical energy of their performances. Critically, they are respected for maintaining the lineage of European screamo while infusing it with a distinct Spanish linguistic and rhythmic identity. Their work is often associated with the broader Iberian hardcore scene, sharing a sonic kinship with acts like Nuevenoventaicinco. They occupy a cultural space dedicated to anti-commercial, politically conscious, and emotionally transparent art.