From discussing his influences to navigating the challenges of being a solo artist, Corvo provides a fascinating glimpse into his world of goregrind and his band ORGANIC BRAIN DISORDER.
Can you tell us about the origin of the name “ORGANIC BRAIN DISORDER”? What inspired it?
Hi Nenad, thanks for the opportunity to share this interview in your zine. The name Organic Brain Disorder was inspired by a documentary about serial killers. I used the explanation for it as the album’s intro. You know, the whole nature vs nurture. Essentially, many serial killers become violent due to childhood trauma, but some experts believe certain individuals are born with a predisposition for violence, known as Organic Brain Disorder.
You have Brazilian roots. What drew you to the goregrind genre, and how did you get started in music?
I started listening to heavy metal in the ’90s, beginning with the classic bands and some Thrash Metal bands. Without internet or even a CD player, I only had vinyl or homemade cassette tapes recorded. Discovering new bands relied on zines, magazines or suggestion of older mates.
By the late ’90s and early 2000s, I got into Death Metal, Grindcore and Splatter. The shocking lyrics about horror, serial killers, and grotesque themes caught my attention—they were unlike anything I’d heard before.
In 2003, I started a project influenced by these styles, but after a few rehearsals, I joined my first official band, PREMATURE AUTOPSY. They’d been playing this kind of music for years, and those early influences still shape my music today.
Who are your biggest musical influences? How have they shaped your sound?
Although I’m always discovering new bands, my biggest influences are the old ones. Bands like AGATHOCLES, early NAPALM DEATH, early GUT, CBT, HAEMORRHAGE, MORTICIAN… had a huge impact when I first got into Grindcore and Splatter. Despite their different styles, I think they influenced what I play today, whether from riffs and tunings to lyrical themes.
Your debut album was released in October 2023. Can you walk us through the whole process behind it?
I usually start by creating riffs on the guitar while already thinking the drum beats that would fit. Once the riffs are recorded, I move on to drum programming, then bass recording, and finally, writing lyrics. It sounds simple, but it takes a lot of time to actually finish a 1 minute song, hahaha.
Is there a particular track on the album that you’re especially proud of?
Well, I’m really into d-beat and blast beats, and they’re a big part of my music. But I also enjoy “groovy” tracks. On this album, there’s one song without any blast beats, and I had to spend extra time on its drum programming. I think it stands out when I listen to the whole album, so “Necromutilomaniac” is definitely a track I’m proud of.
Being a one-man band, did you face any challenges during the recording process or you have just known what you want?
Even though I had a clear vision from the start, recording drums and vocals was challenging since I’d only played guitar before. I had to learn those skills as I went along. It wasn’t easy, and there’s still a lot to improve, but I’m very satisfied with how this first album turned out.
Do you handle all aspects of the production yourself, or do you work with others for certain elements?
I recorded all the instruments for this album, while Tom Hughes (FLAX, CRYPT ROT, BLOOD RAGE, MASS KILLINGS, MAIMED) shared vocal duties with me. Tom mixed his vocals, while Joseph Bellini (Bestial Vomit) mixed mine. For the instrument mixing and overall mastering, I worked with a professional studio.
Do you perform live?
Unfortunately, not yet. I’m still looking for people in the UK interested in playing Goregrind but haven’t found anyone yet. If anyone is interested, feel free to reach out!
How do you perceive the current state of the goregrind scene?
The Goregrind scene has plenty of good bands and projects active right now. I’m constantly discovering new bands from around the world—some are really good, though there’s plenty of not-so-great stuff too, like in any genre. It’s personal taste. So when I find a band I like, I usually share it with friends and buy physical releases when I can to give my small support and help to keep the scene alive.
Who are some other artists in the genre that you admire or feel a close with?
As I mentioned before, bands like AGATHOCLES, early NAPALM DEATH, early GUT, CBT, HAEMORRHAGE, MORTICIAN… have been major influences on Grindcore and Goregrind style to me. In the past five years, bands like MIASMATIC NECROSIS, SICK SINUS SYNDROME, PUTREFACTION SETS IN, ORGAN FAILURE… have released some excellent albums. There are many more worth mentioning, but these are the ones I’d highlight right now.
What do you enjoy doing outside of music? Do these interests influence your work in any way?
I really enjoy going to gigs and music festivals. Besides that, I like attending beer festivals and traveling when I can. Exploring new countries, experiencing different cultures, and trying local food and beers is something that makes me feel alive. Having a beer while playing guitar at home can also spark creativity—or not, hahah
How do you balance creating music with these aspects of your life?
It’s definitely not easy. I created Gruesome Acts… during the pandemic when I had plenty of free time, but things have been different since. The last few months have been very busy, including moving house, so things are still a bit chaotic. But I’m committed to continuing to create music—it may take time, but the project won’t stop.
What are your plans for the future of ORGANIC BRAIN DISORDER?
Since the first album was released in Europe, I’ve focused on making merchandise and promoting my music. This led to the album being released on cassette in the USA, and recently a Brazilian CD version came out. I’m already working on new songs—I still need to finish the drums and write lyrics. The plan is to release a split with my old friends from Brazil and their band Imundicie, likely next year as a 7” vinyl in Brazil. If any label is interested in releasing this split in Europe, please, contact us.
Any message would you like to send to our readers, your old and new fans?
Thank you Nenad for the interview, and a big thanks to everyone supporting this project – I really appreciate it. Feel free to reach out anytime, and I hope to meet many of you at a gig or festival one day and share a few beers together.
And remember: Goregrind is not a crime.
Cheers!!
Follow ORGANIC BRAIN DISORDER:
Email: organicbraindisorder@gmail.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/organicbraindisorder/
Bandcamp: organicbraindisorder.bandcamp.com
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/24x5Turm46jLqxEeB3SrbH?si=m9o3DPUaTZeVw5QrAKGU5A
