“Those who live a reality in fear that it’s not real are driven to accuse and judge people for their own beliefs. They will all be broken. For I live the reality everyone deemed to be a lie.” – I, Delusionist Once you’ve opened your eyes, you’ll never be able to close them again. This is the fate of the Delusionist. Yet, despite the burden they placed on him, he remains unbroken. How much reality can you endure? I, Delusionist is a five-piece band from Basel, Switzerland, delivering an explosive mix of Deathcore and Blackened Metalcore with Djent influences. Inspired by bands like Lorna Shore, Brand of Sacrifice, Shadow of Intent, and Make Them Suffer, their sound fuses crushing breakdowns, rapid blast beats, and epic orchestral arrangements with haunting melodies and atmospheric layers. With guest appearances from scene heavyweights such as Ben Duerr (Shadow of Intent, Hollow Prophet), Casey Tyson Pearce (Angelmaker), and Kenny Stroh (DeadVectors, Sentinels), alongside local collaborators, I, Delusionist’s music combines technical precision with raw emotion. Their latest release, Ex Anima (2025), pushes this dynamic further, offering an intense and captivating listening experience.