After the untimely passings of Stone, Pink and Az, the band went into indefinite hiatus with sporadic recordings along the way (with different line ups) signalling that there was still life in the old beast. The last recording to bear the Silent Death brand was Morbid Massacre in 2022 giving hope that these stirrings were a harbinger to a revival.
Zizi shared with theSun the challenges of resurrecting the legacy of Silent Death.
Honestly, it’s been intense – equal parts reflection and rebirth. For years, we were quiet not because we were done, but because life took us in different directions. But the fire, that raw, uncompromising energy that gave birth to Silent Death back in the early ‘90s has never really left us.
Coming back wasn’t easy. Relearning who we were musically, reconnecting with our roots while facing how much we’ve all changed. But it also reminded us why we started this in the first place to make music that hits deep, that’s unapologetically real. The scene today is different, it’s more fragmented, maybe, but there’s still that hunger, that pulse within us. And me and Ollie want to feed it.
It’s the kind of weight that doesn’t just hit you in the chest... it creeps under your skin, coils itself around your spine, and stays there long after the final note! At its core, Silent Death is old-school death metal. Raw, punishing, no-frills!
Honestly, it felt like something long overdue. Ollie was never just ‘the drummer’, he was part of the soul of Silent Death from day one. His drumming was the backbone of Silent Death’s early sound; raw, instinctive, and unforgiving. There’s a certain violence and groove in the way he plays that we’ve never quite been able to replicate with anyone else.
Yes, relying on session musicians now isn’t a compromise. It’s a conscious evolution. Losing Stone, Pink, and Az left an irreplaceable void. No one can be them. But rather than trying to replicate what they brought, we’ve chosen to honour their memory by pushing Silent Death into new terrain while staying true to the roots they helped establish. That’s where these new players come in. They’re not just technically sharp, they respect the legacy. They understand what it means to carry this sound, this history, this weight.
I get this question a lot! Being a female vocalist in a death metal band like Silent Death is both empowering and intense and yes, sometimes challenging.
So when I stepped in as the frontwoman, of course, there were eyes watching, questioning my voice, my presence, my worth. But to me, it’s about soul. It’s about emotion. Death metal is not just noise, it’s a raw, unfiltered expression of pain, rage, loss, and defiance. And I didn’t join Silent Death to replace the late Stone’s position as the growler. No one can replace him. I’m not here to fill his shoes. I’m here to honour the legacy.
But I never stepped into this role thinking, “I need to sound like Stone.” I stepped in thinking, “I need to sound like myself and if that self carries echoes of Stone, then maybe it means his spirit still flows through this band.”
How did you transition from band manager to vocalist (almost opposite of Arch Enemy Angela Gossow who moved from vocalist to band manager!)
For me, it wasn’t a planned move. Managing the band gave me this close-up view of what kept Silent Death alive. The legacy, the fans, the emotional weight the band carried. But over time, especially after the loss of Stone, Pink, and Az, there was this silence, not just musically, but emotionally. I felt it deeply. And in the middle of keeping things going behind the scenes, I realized I was carrying the sound in me... It happened naturally out of love for the band and a desire to keep the spirit alive after losing them... Al-fatihah.
New Silent Death music is definitely on the horizon, but we’re taking it step by step.
We’re not rushing the process because quality and authenticity matter more than just putting something out for the sake of it. So while we can’t give a fixed date yet, just know that the fire is burning, the riffs are brewing, and when it drops, it will be worth the wait.
Long term, the vision for Silent Death is both a tribute and a transformation. For now, touring is definitely part of the plan... locally and, if the stars align, regionally or even globally! Ultimately, Silent Death is no longer just a band. It’s a movement, reborn, refined, and ready for the next chapter.
Fans can catch the reconstituted Silent Death who will headline a gig on Aug 9 at Petai Belalang, Kuala Lumpur.
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