Origin: Spain
Formed: 2010
Location: San Javier, Region of Murcia
Genre: Folk Metal / Rock
Status: Unknown
Label: Independent
Themes: Not officially listed
Requiem was a folk metal/rock band from San Javier, Murcia, active from 2010 and known for blending traditional folk instrumentation with rock and metal structures. Their sound incorporated violin, flute, melodic guitar lines, and alternating vocal styles, creating a warm, earthy atmosphere rooted in Spanish folk influences. The band’s music often balanced festive, upbeat passages with more emotional and introspective moments, reflecting the diverse personalities within the lineup.
Their debut and only known release, the EP Origen (2013), showcased their characteristic fusion of folk melodies and rockādriven arrangements. The EP featured lively rhythms, prominent violin and flute sections, and a melodic sensibility that appealed to fans of Iberian folk metal. Origen circulated mainly through local scenes, social media, and small festivals, helping the band gain a modest but enthusiastic following in the Murcia region.
Requiem underwent several lineup changes throughout their active years, particularly in the vocal and folkāinstrument sections. These shifts contributed to the band’s evolving sound, moving from a more traditional folkāmetal approach toward a rockāoriented style with folk embellishments. Their live performances were noted for their energy and the interplay between electric and acoustic elements, with violin and flute often taking a central role.
Activity after 2015 is unclear, and the band’s status remains unknown. However, their contribution to the local folkāmetal sceneāespecially through Origen and their dynamic live presenceāremains part of the musical memory of Murcia’s underground community.
Final known lineup
Past members