CRYPTA Unleashes 'A Portrait Of Decay' – A New Era of Death Metal Begins!
Brazil’s unstoppable death metal juggernaut, CRYPTA, has thrust themselves into the spotlight with the release of their latest single, "A Portrait Of Decay." This track not only marks the dawn of a new era for the band but also showcases their fresh lineup, featuring the formidable Victoria Villarreal on guitar. The four-piece now stands tall with the powerhouse duo of Fernanda Lira and Luana Dametto, complemented by the blistering guitar work of Tainá Bergamaschi.
Recorded in the heart of Belgium, the thunderous track was engineered, mixed, and mastered by Yarne Heylen at Project Zero Studio. CRYPTA's latest offering is a visceral death metal onslaught that channels the raw energy of suffering and dissociation, making it an essential listen for fans of the genre. The artwork, crafted by Brazilian artist Marcos Miller, visually encapsulates the chilling themes explored in the music.
As the band prepares to hit the road for their North American tour alongside heavyweights like ARCH ENEMY, THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER, SEPTICFLESH, and THROWN INTO EXILE, "A Portrait Of Decay" is their battle cry, signalling a relentless assault on the senses beginning October 5 in Riverside, California.
The accompanying official music video, penned by drummer Luana Dametto, juxtaposes the brutal sonic landscape with a hauntingly ethereal visual narrative. In her own words, Luana describes the video as a poetic contrast, capturing the fragility of clear thoughts and emotions that fade into darkness, representing the internal struggle that mirrors the track's lyrical depth.
From their inception in 2019, formed by the formidable duo of Luana Dametto and Fernanda Lira, CRYPTA has been on an upward trajectory. Their latest album, "Shades Of Sorrow," released in August 2023, has solidified their place in the pantheon of modern death metal, blending classic and contemporary sounds with elements of extreme and black metal. As they bid farewell to the “Shades Of Sorrow” era, fans can expect an explosive evolution in their sound and vision.