Effective period / Period of releases: 2012 - 2017

Members: Jose Rodriguez (13), Ben Melero, Elhadji N'Diaye, Mario Infantes, Octavio Santana

JOTNAR is an aggressive melodic death metal band, formed by Ben Melero
and Elhadji N’Diaye, which made its live debut in late 2008 with the following
line-up: Ben Melero (Guitar), Elhadji N’Diaye (Guitar), Eduardo Rodriguez (Vox),
Jeremias Lobos (Drums) and Luis Henriquez (Bass).
Several line-up changes in the following years kept the band away from the
stage but at the same time it allowed them to reinvent their sound. With the
addition of the new members Misael Montesdeoca (Vox), Jose "Xurro"
Rodríguez (Drums) and Octavio Santana (Bass), they signed with Murdered
Music/Coroner Records to release their EP "Giant", which was released in
March 2012.
Due to some personal problems, singer Misael was forced to leave the band,
and Mario Infantes stepped into his shoes, adding a new dimension to
JOTNAR’s sound.
JOTNAR offers a redesigned and modern sound with a powerful blend of
strong and aggressive rhythms with very distinct melodies; achieving a perfect
balance between both sides and taking modern metal to the next level.
Powerful and crushing guitar riffs are combined with smooth melodies, all
reinforced with the strength and hunger of insane growls, perfectly mixed with
catchy melodies and choruses; all highlighting the band’s distinctive signature
sound.