Jakobe Moreno Joins Soulfly for “Pain” at Aftershock Festival
Jakobe Moreno, son of Deftones frontman Chino Moreno, joined Soulfly onstage during the final day of the Aftershock festival in Sacramento, California, on October 4, delivering guest vocals on the track “Pain.” The live collaboration was noted, with the younger Moreno filling in for his father’s parts on the groovy song.
The appearance marked a notable generational crossover for the Sacramento event. Jakobe brought a heavy vocal presence to the performance, drawing on his own background fronting local groups such as the thrash punk outfit Death Rogen, which he established in 2015 and previously brought to the Aftershock stages.
Family Ties and Studio History Behind the Collaboration
The track “Pain” originates from Soulfly’s sophomore studio album, Primitive, released in 2000. It stands as the second studio collaboration between Chino Moreno and Soulfly frontman Max Cavalera, following 1998’s “First Commandment.” Both songs were written to honor Max’s late stepson, Dana Wells, who died in a 1996 car accident while being pursued by gang members, as detailed by theprp.com. Chino and Max developed their friendship through their mutual connection to Wells.
Gloria Cavalera, wife of Max Cavalera, shared her perspective on the moment via social media. Today at the ‘Aftershock Festival‘ Soulfly invited Jakobe Moreno, Chino Moreno from the Deftones’ son. He filled in on his dad‘s part on the track Pain. Hot damn! What a voice! He rolled that track up perfectly,
she wrote. Gloria also highlighted the familial symmetry on stage, pointing out that Max and Gloria’s son, Zyon Cavalera, performed on drums directly behind Jakobe.
Chino's son joins Zyon on drums to fulfill family prediction
The performance brought together the ongoing musical ties linking Deftones and Soulfly. The collaboration also fulfilled a long-standing family prediction, according to Gloria Cavalera’s post. When Chino’s son was born, Dana told me someday he’s going to play with Zyon. And Dana was right because there was Zyon right behind Kobe on the drums. Legendary moment,
Gloria stated.
The band’s schedule includes performances at The Ritz in San Jose, California on October 5; SLO Brew in San Luis Obispo on October 6; Transplants Brewing Company in Palmdale on October 7; Whisky A Go Go in West Hollywood on October 8; Swan Dive in Las Vegas on October 9; The Wayfarer in Costa Mesa on October 10; The Glass House in Pomona on October 11; Soda Bar in San Diego on October 12; Arizona Market Place in Yuma on October 14; and the Marquee Theatre in Tempe on October 15.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Aftershock Collaboration
What song did Jakobe Moreno perform with Soulfly?
Jakobe Moreno performed guest vocals on the track “Pain,” filling in for the parts originally recorded by his father, Chino Moreno.
Where and when did the guest performance take place?
The performance took place on October 4 during the final day of the Aftershock festival in Sacramento, California.
What is the history behind the song “Pain”?
Released on Soulfly’s 2000 sophomore album Primitive, “Pain” is one of two late-90s and early-2000s studio collaborations between Chino Moreno and Max Cavalera dedicated to Max’s late stepson, Dana Wells.
Who else from the Cavalera family was involved in the live performance?
Zyon Cavalera, son of Max Cavalera and Gloria Cavalera, performed on drums directly behind Jakobe Moreno during the set.
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