DEFECTO Talk New Album, Favourite Instruments And More

Oct 5, 2025 | Interviews

Words by Glenn Sargeant

Feature Image Photo Credit: Sebastian Falck Stigsby

Danish metallers Defecto share the official video for “Eternal Descent”. The track is taken from the upcoming new studio album, “Echoes Of Isolation”, out on October 31, 2025, via Frontiers Music Srl. The band spoke to JLTT right here:

Who is in Defecto, how did you meet and what do you play?

Nicklas Sonne “Sonne” – guitars and vocals

Frederik Møller – guitars

Thomas Bartholin – bass

Morten Gade Sørensen – drums

What is your earliest musical memory?

Our earliest musical memory that relates to the band, is Frederik and Sonne meeting each other as 14- and 13-year-olds. They were both searching for people to play Metallica songs with via an online Danish music forum. After that first meeting, they quickly decided to meet again soon, and started challenging each other with guitar playing. Songs like As I Am by Dream Theater and Blackened by Metallica were high on the list of “must plays”.

When did you begin songwriting?

Sonne writes most of our music, and when Defecto was born back in 2010, Sonne already had a bunch of songs ready to bring to the project. Sonne started writing music already at 12 years old. On his Playstation he had a game called MTV Music Generator, where you could insert loops to tracks with a large variety of different instruments and sounds. But the thing Sonne was very interested in and did most, was creating his own melody lines and drums, since there was also single notes on many of the instruments, that you could drag around on what looked like a midi piano.

You have your new album ‘Echoes of Isolation’ released on Friday 31st October 2025 on Frontiers Music Srl. How did you want to approach the making of the album?

We wanted to make a concept album. The vision was to create something that truly reflected the invisible struggles many people go through daily — depression, anxiety, paranoia, schizophrenia, derealization, and more. Each song represents a different psychological condition, but together they form one continuous journey. Our approach was to make the music feel like a living, breathing representation of those inner battles: heavy, melodic, emotional, chaotic, yet hopeful.

Where did you record the album and who produced it?

The album was recorded in Sonne’s own studio, where most of Defecto’s music has been born. This gave us complete freedom to experiment with sounds, layer ideas, and really dive deep into the concept without worrying about time restrictions. Sonne also produced the record, ensuring that the sound stayed true to our vision while keeping the clarity and punch that Defecto is known for.

Do you have any interesting, funny or memorable stories from the recording sessions?

The process was very smooth and worry free, and recording happened while writing, so everything was built like Lego and mixed on the spot by Sonne. A thing that stands out, is when Stig Rossen, one of the most famous Danish musical singers came to the studio, to do a collaboration with Sonne on the song ‘Heart on Fire’. That was extremely epic!

Did you use any particular instruments, microphones, recording equipment to help you get a particular sound/tone for the record?

A mix of Sonne’s Caparison Dellinger II loaded with EMG Het-Set pickups and an Evertune Solar. A blend of different amps (Marshall and ENGL) and amp sims were used. We wanted to have a very tight yet bombastic sound, and a lot of that happened during the mixing phase by Sonne.

Which of your new album tracks hear you at your a) happiest, b) angriest and c) most reflective?

A) Heart on Fire B) Sacred Alignment C) Echoes of Isolation

Was it a difficult album to write?

Yes and no. The music came naturally because we were inspired by very real emotions and struggles. But at the same time, diving so deeply into these mental states was emotionally heavy. It required us to be brutally honest with ourselves and with our listeners. In many ways, it was cathartic, but not easy.

Who designed the album artwork?

Giannis Nakos from Remedy Art Design.

Does the album title have any significance/special meaning?

Absolutely. Echoes of Isolation reflects the way mental struggles often reverberate in your life — even when you think you’ve escaped them, the echoes remain. It’s about the inner voices that won’t go away, but also about how those echoes can turn into strength if you face them.

You have also released the single ‘Eternal Descent’. What was the story/inspiration behind the track?

Eternal Descent is about the downward spiral into paranoia — when every thought feels like it’s working against you and you can’t trust your own reality. It’s dark, heavy, and relentless, but there’s also a thread of resilience hidden inside.

The single is accompanied by an official music video. What was the thought process behind the video and who directed it?

We wanted the video to visually represent paranoia and disconnection. The concept shows a person caught between two versions of reality: one bleak and distorted, the other vivid and bright, but unreachable. It was directed by a talented Danish filmmaker who captured that duality perfectly — unsettling, yet emotionally raw.

Where is your hometown and could you please describe it in five words?

Copenhagen — historic, creative, cold, alive, welcoming.

How do you look after your voices?

Avoiding shouting outside of shows and no drinking close to any shows while keeping hydrated.

Do you have any live dates planned in the UK/Europe in 2025/2026?

Yes — we’re planning a European run in 2026 following the album release, no UK dates yet.

What two things do you hope to have achieved once you have left the stage?

First, that we’ve given the audience an unforgettable experience — pure energy and emotion. Second, that at least one person walks away feeling less alone because they connected with the lyrics or the music.

Do you have any favoured stage instruments, effects, pedals, microphones etc?

Sonne’s Gibson Explorer Voodoo, Frederik’s JP Musicman guitars are probably the most iconic instruments in Defecto. Always with them, shaping their sound and visual identity.

You are given the opportunity to write the score for a film adaptation of a novel that you enjoy. Which novel is it and why?

We don’t really read, so hard to say. Film adaptions would be awesome though – we are ready.

Who are some of your musical influences? Do you have any recommendations?

We’re inspired by bands like Metallica, Dream Theater, Symphony X, and Devin Townsend. But we also recommend looking into modern progressive acts like Haken or Leprous — bands that push boundaries while staying emotional and relatable.

What makes Defecto happy and what makes you unhappy?

What makes us happy is being on stage together, creating music, and seeing it connect with people. What makes us unhappy is dishonesty in the industry and seeing talented musicians give up because they don’t get the support they deserve.