Menervah

Menervah is an Italian alternative metal band formed in Cosenza in 2020. The lineup features Mattia Bazzarelli (vocals/bass), Tony Prince and Luca Bruno (guitars), and Umberto Russo (drums), with Luca Valentino contributing keyboards and Antonio Orrico collaborating on melodies and lyrics on Hard Times - Deluxe first album. Their name is inspired by Minerva, the Roman goddess of wisdom and war. The band’s sound blends heavy and melodic elements, combining hard rock and alternative metal with post-grunge influences. Their music draws inspiration from bands like Alter Bridge, Metallica, and System of a Down, and explores themes such as introspection, discomfort, fantasy, and dystopia. Their self-produced debut EP "Hard Times" was released in 2023, followed by additional singles. The band is currently working on their second album.