Aranciazzu

Biography

Aranciazzu was a melodic black/folk metal band from Ribera and Sciacca (Agrigento), Sicily, Italy, formed in 1997. Their name — Sicilian dialect for “hellish orange” — reflects a fusion of local folklore, regional identity, and infernal symbolism.

The band’s lyrical themes centered on Sicilian tradition, folklore, and Satan, with all lyrics written in the Sicilian language. This choice positioned Aranciazzu as a rare example of black metal deeply rooted in regional culture, using dialect and myth to evoke ancestral memory and spiritual rebellion. Their music blended melodic black metal with folk elements, likely incorporating traditional motifs and rhythms into a raw, atmospheric framework.

Aranciazzu was signed to Dramma Records, and contributed the track “Zuccu d’Infernu” to the compilation Terra Invitta (Amem Production, 2015). The band experienced multiple hiatuses between 2000 and 2007, and its status is currently listed as unknown. Founding member Cristiano “Zuccu di ’Nfernu” Morreale remains involved as a studio contributor, but no recent activity has been documented.

Their legacy lies in their unique synthesis of Sicilian identity and black metal aesthetics — a project where dialect becomes invocation, and folklore becomes flame.

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Timeline Summary Formed in 1997 in Ribera/Sciacca, Sicily. Genre: Melodic Black/Folk Metal. Themes: Sicilian folklore, tradition, Satan. Lyrics: Entirely in Sicilian dialect. Label: Dramma Records. Compilation: “Zuccu d’Infernu” on Terra Invitta (2015). Status: Unknown; multiple hiatuses between 2000 and 2007. Founder: Cristiano “Zuccu di ’Nfernu” Morreale (studio member).

Members

Zuccu di 'Nfernu Vocals, Guitars (1997-?)
See also: Lamentu
Astiu Guitars, Bass, Keyboards, Vocals (2007-?)
See also: Maronni, Sintenza, Inchiuvatu (live), Caronte, Electrokulto, La Chiave Dell'Incanto, Lu Fatu & Lu Dramma, Agghiastru (live), ex-Malauriu, ex-Lamentu (live), ex-Maleficu Blasfemu
Past
Sinzali Bass (1998-2007, 2009)
Ascaroth Drums (1998-2007, 2010)
Last known (Live)
Sal "The Hall" Guitars (2011-?)
Past (Live)
Marcus Ascarus Bass (2011)

Discography

1998 Demo 1998
Aranci di 'nterra EP 2007