“I remember Max and Igor just making noise when I went to the first rehearsal with them” – Interview with Original Sepultura guitarist Jairo “Tormentor” Guedz

From his formative years discovering heavy music in Belo Horizonte’s underground to helping forge the sound that would later shake the world with Sepultura, Jairo’s journey is one of passion, grit, and unwavering dedication to the riff.

In this exclusive interview, Jairo opens up about the very beginnings: how he first picked up the guitar, the chaotic early days of Sepultura, the friendships and challenges that shaped him, and the pivotal role he played in the band’s raw, primitive era. He shares rare stories from that time, reflecting on the energy of the scene, the obstacles of playing metal in 1980s Brazil, and the musical instincts that guided him then and still guide him now.

We also dive deep into The Troops of Doom, Jairo’s current band, where he returns to his roots while carving out something uniquely his own. He reveals how the project was born, what drives its sound, and why reconnecting with the spirit of early extreme metal feels more vital than ever.

You can check out the lengthy video interview in full below:

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You can check out The Troops of Doom‘s latest “A Mass To The Grotesque” album in full below: