Max Cavalera’s wife, Gloria Cavalera, has responded to Andreas Kisser’s recent claims about inviting the Cavalera brothers to join Sepultura for their last show. She denied that any offers were made to Max Cavalera. Her statement was shared on Instagram.
Gloria Cavalera’s response directly addressed the controversy surrounding Andreas Kisser’s previous statements about reaching out to the Cavalera brothers.
“For everybody out there whose asses got lit on fire today by fake headlines, just so you know no one ever contacted me and no one ever contacted Max,” Gloria Cavalera said. “End of story. Go about your day.”
This statement contradicts Sepultura guitarist Andreas Kisser’s earlier claims about the band’s outreach efforts.
Kisser had previously stated: “We did invite the Cavalera brothers. I spoke to Iggor personally on a phone call a few months ago and we started some communication. Even our managers went to talk to their management and stuff. But, they don’t want to be a part of it, and that’s OK. It’s a choice.”
The conflicting accounts highlight ongoing tensions between the former Sepultura members and the current lineup. This adds another chapter to the complex relationship between the founding brothers and their former band.
This latest dispute comes after months of speculation about a potential reunion. Louder Sound reported that in June 2024, Max had briefly expressed openness to reuniting with Sepultura “as long as we do it the right way.” However, he retracted that statement just weeks later, prioritizing his current band Cavalera with brother Iggor.
The timing of these discussions coincides with Sepultura’s farewell tour plans. Louder Sound noted that Sepultura’s farewell show is planned for later in 2026 in São Paulo. Their final European gig is scheduled at Dublin’s 3Arena in August. The band announced their decision to end their career after more than four decades of metal music.
The Cavalera brothers’ departure from Sepultura remains one of metal’s most significant splits. Max left the band in 1996 following creative differences and personal conflicts. Iggor departed in 2006. Since then, both brothers have pursued various projects, most notably forming Cavalera Conspiracy and later the band Cavalera.
Despite occasional hints at reconciliation over the years, the relationship between the founding members and the current Sepultura lineup has remained strained. Metal Injection confirmed that Andreas Kisser stated a reunion with Max and Igor Cavalera at their final show is no longer a possibility. This effectively closes the door on what many fans had hoped would be a historic farewell performance.
