Sepultura guitarist Andreas Kisser has recently talked about an open invitation to all former members, including founding brothers Max and Igor “Iggor” Cavalera, to participate in the band’s final farewell show. In a new interview with Cassius Morris, Kisser emphasized a desire to celebrate the band’s history without revisiting past conflicts.
“The idea is to invite everyone that were a part of Sepultura, as a musician,” Kisser explained (as transcribed by Blabbermouth). “And, of course, this includes the Cavalera brothers, which will be amazing if we have them to jam.”
Max Cavalera split from the band in 1996, followed by his brother Igor a decade later. Kisser, however, insists that the potential reunion should be about the music and the fans, not about settling old scores.
“I’m not interested in discussing who is right, who is wrong about history and all the bullsh*t that we went through,” he stated. “That’s totally irrelevant. It’d be great just to go on stage, jam to ourselves, to our families and to our fans especially and celebrate one last gig all together. And that’s it. Hopefully that will happen.”
The invitation is not limited to the Cavaleras. Kisser also mentioned other key figures from the band’s past, including former members Jairo Guedz, Jean Dolabella, Eloy Casagrande, and Roy Mayorga. He stressed that the celebration will happen regardless of who participates. “If they wanna be a part of the party, they’re welcome,” he added.
When asked about recent comments from Max Cavalera suggesting the current Sepultura isn’t the “same,” Kisser was dismissive. “I hope so,” he laughed. “Who is the same? Tell me somebody that is the same 10 years ago or yesterday… And who cares? Who cares what he says [about] us? … It’s just not a part of what I am or of what I live or what I do.”
During the interview, Kisser also spoke at length about his deep bond with bassist Paulo Xisto Pinto Junior, the only member who has been with the band since its earliest days.
“Paulo is my brother, since day one,” Kisser shared. “Our friendship and brotherhood is stronger than ever. And he’s a much better musician today.”
Kisser revealed that a shared commitment to sobriety has strengthened both their personal and professional relationships. “Alcohol was kind of a big problem inside our families and business,” he explained. “And now we don’t drink. I’m five years without alcohol. Paulo is around three or four years. Derrick [Green, Sepultura singer] doesn’t drink for six years. It’s amazing, man. It’s the best. He’s playing better than ever… We wake up without a f**king hangover, and we saved a lot of money… We help each other. We are family.”
