Brainmaze

Country: Bulgaria
Genre: Groove/Thrash Metal
Founded: 2013

BRAINMAZE it is a way of life, a personal mission, and the result of one man’s determination to create something meaningful that will outlive him.
The foundation of BRAINMAZE was laid back in 2013. The songs, lyrics, and overall concept of the album were already written nearly a decade before its release. But the real story behind BRAINMAZE is not only about how long the music existed — it is about the dedication required to finally bring it to life.

Everything within BRAINMAZE comes from a single vision. The lyrics, music, atmosphere, visual concepts, photography, artwork, and production are all part of one complete artistic identity created and directed by one person. BRAINMAZE was never built around trends, technical perfection, or commercial expectations. It was built on emotion, instinct, and honesty.
The music reflects the darker parts of human existence — fear, isolation, despair, inner demons, and the psychological battles people face when left alone with themselves. The 2024 full-length concept album When Your Demons Come captures these emotions through aggressive, atmospheric, and deeply personal metal compositions developed over more than ten years.

At the same time, BRAINMAZE is not trapped in the past. The 2026 single Nightmare & Reality represents the present — a continuation of the original vision shaped by new experiences, emotions, and perspectives. It connects the past and present into one evolving story.
One of the strongest motivations behind finishing the music is family and legacy. BRAINMAZE exists as proof that it is never too late to fight for your dreams, no matter how much time passes or how difficult life becomes. The goal was never simply to release songs, but to leave something real behind for future generations.

«This project wouldn’t have been possible without the incredible musicians from all over the world who shared their skills, passion, and positivity.»

Members of the band:
Ivan Shishkov — Founder, composer, bass
Rob Davies /UK/ – vocals
Ramon Martinez /Venezuela/ – guitars
German Maldonado /Argentina/ – guitars
Fabian Carrion Troya /Ecuador/ – midi drums
Fabio Alessandrini /Italy/ – acoustic drums
Studio: Ilarion Ivanenko (Ukraine) – Editing & Mixing

Links:
Website: https://www.brainmaze.eu/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brainmaze.eu
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BRAINMAZE-EU
Bandcamp: https://brainmaze-eu.bandcamp.com/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/brainmaze