Vastus is a melodic death/folk metal band from Ibarra, Imbabura, active since 2019 and known for blending Scandinavian‑influenced melodic death metal with Ecuadorian storytelling and folk‑tinged atmospheres. Their music is built around melodic riffing, energetic drumming, and lyrical themes inspired by local legends and national folklore, a direction confirmed by the band’s own description of their style.
Vastus emerged from the Imbabura metal scene with a lineup centered on the Arias brothers and vocalist Jeisson MejĂa. Local scene documentation describes them as a folk death metal band formed in 2018–2019, with each member contributing distinct influences to shape their sound.
Their identity is defined by:
This positions Vastus within the newer wave of Ecuadorian folk‑infused extreme metal.
Vastus has released a sequence of singles that map their stylistic development:
Their discography is also catalogued in Ecuadorian metal archives, confirming their activity and genre classification.
Current lineup
Past members
Local scene sources list the same core lineup, with slight variations in early membership.
Vastus is part of the modern Imbabura metal movement, frequently highlighted in regional rock/metal histories and national metal directories. Their music is promoted across digital platforms and recognized for its melodic folk‑death fusion, a style that distinguishes them within Ecuador’s contemporary extreme metal landscape.
| Current | |
| David Gustavo Silva | Bass |
| Marco Arias | Guitars |
| Pablo Arias | Keyboards, Vocals |
| Jeisson Mejia | Vocals |
| Past | |
| Rafael Godoy | Drums |
| See also:Â Fenix Cry, ex-Pleasure of Mutilate | |
| Bryan de Jesus | Guitars |
| Duende Piti | Single | 2020 | Â |
| Reencuentro | Single | 2020 | Â |
| Sombras | Single | 2021 | Â |
| Lágrima del sol | Single | 2024 |