Will of One: Mexican Metalcore That Hits Hard and Speaks Loud

When it comes to spotlighting the most electric voices in the heavy underground, Wired Head News is always on the front lines. This time, our scene journalist Dayanne Araujo sat down with Will of One, the rising metalcore force from Guadalajara that’s been shaking up Mexico’s alt scene since 2016.

If you’re into that perfect mix of punk rock energy and metalcore heaviness, then you’ve probably already crossed paths with Will of One — a band born in Guadalajara that’s been making noise (literally) since 2016. With high-octane performances, heartfelt lyrics, and riffs that hit like a truck, WO1 stands as one of the most exciting voices in the Mexican alternative scene.

Now with a heavier sound, a spot in the Blegh Label family, and new music on the way, it felt like the perfect moment to catch up with them. I wanted to go a little beyond the usual — ask the kind of questions I’d ask as both a fan and someone who lives and breathes this music.

1. You guys started as a pop punk/easycore band back in 2016. Looking back, what would you say was your most chaotic or unforgettable early gig?

Chaotic — the first we went to a small town called Guzman, the venue was on a second floor and the people were jumping so hard that those on the first floor thought it was an earthquake.

2. The name “Will of One” is powerful. Do you remember the exact moment that name clicked? What does it mean to you today, after all these years?

Will of One is your own will, being yourself, and never losing what makes you you.

3. Your sound hits hard — fast punk riffs mixed with metalcore breakdowns, but still super melodic. Was that fusion something planned, or did it just happen naturally?

It happened naturally. We used to play metalcore in a previous band, but we tried to make something smoother for people not that into metal — though we still stick to our roots.

4. The Guadalajara scene seems intense and full of talent. What’s the real energy like in your local scene, and how do you keep your spot in it?

It’s full of talent and great bands. Being part of both the old and new generation means staying active, playing gigs, and going to shows from the new bands too.

5. You’ve opened for bands like Silverstein and The Word Alive. As fans of heavier music, how did it feel to share the stage with them? Any surreal moments?

It was amazing and came so smoothly — just a message like: “Hey, wanna open for Silverstein?” We gave our first EP to the guys from Silverstein and they were super friendly backstage.

6. In 2022 you went heavier and joined Blegh Label. What changed in your mindset or in the band’s dynamics to push toward that evolution?

Blegh was a huge help for us as an underground band. We still have soft songs, but now we’ve integrated more breakdowns and screams — something we didn’t do in our first EP.

7. If you could describe your new material in three words, what would they be? And how loud are we talking here?

Motivational. Enjoyable. Headbanging. We plan to take it to other countries next year — hopefully.

8. You’ve worked with people from Bye Bye California and others — how do you choose who to collab with? Is it friendship, vibe, or something else?

Friendship, and the interest to try new things with new talents and bands that are gaining attention in different scenes.

9. Your music carries both punch and emotion. When you write lyrics, do you start from personal stuff, or is it more about creating something relatable for everyone?

Always emotional. We think about situations that anyone can go through — good or bad.

10. Lastly, imagine I’m listening to you guys for the first time — which song should I start with and why? What’s your most “this is Will of One” track?

“Todavía No Es Hoy” — we just released a remaster of it, and that song screams who we are.

Will of One is more than a band — it’s an emotional punch wrapped in riffs, breakdowns, and the kind of honesty that hits when you least expect it. Watching them evolve and push boundaries while staying true to their roots is proof that music with heart (and distortion) always finds its way.

So if you haven’t yet, turn the volume up, dive into their discography, and let Will of One blow your mind.

Dayanne Araujo
@_dayannefa