CRYPTOPSY: Season of Mist Signing Marks New Era for Canadian Death Metal Legends
Brace yourselves, metalheads! Canadian extreme metal pioneers CRYPTOPSY have inked a brand new deal with Season of Mist Records. This unholy alliance signifies not just the promise of new, face-melting music, but also the definitive re-release of their classic albums. Buckle up, because we’re about to delve into the whirlwind that is the band’s legacy.
Emerging from the Canadian underground in the early 90s, CRYPTOPSY weren’t content with simply being another death metal band. They were sonic gravediggers, unearthing a sound so raw and technically blistering that it redefined the genre. Their influence is undeniable – after all, their legendary drummer basically wrote the textbook on this style of brutal, hyper-precise drumming. But the band never settled for one formula. Over their impressive 30-year career, they’ve woven a tapestry of influences, seamlessly incorporating elements of jazz fusion, mathy avant-garde rhythms, and even melodic experimentation, before gleefully returning to their roots in pure, unadulterated brutality.
CRYPTOPSY‘s impact is undeniable. Their 1996 album “None So Vile” is revered as a landmark achievement, consistently ranking high on “best death metal albums of all time” lists. It’s a testament to their enduring legacy that they snagged a JUNO Award (Canada’s equivalent of a Grammy) just last year for their latest release, “As Gomorrah Burns.” This year, they added another prestigious honor to their trophy case – a coveted spot celebrating the legacy of death metal’s most iconic band (though we’ll leave you guessing who that might be…).
But the band aren’t content with resting on their laurels. They’re currently touring North America alongside the mighty DEATH TO ALL, keeping the fires of death metal burning brightly. And if that wasn’t enough, they’ve just announced a second North American tour this fall, this time with the brutal CARNIFEX.
“The Scream Of Perserverance Tour” features unique two-night stints in multiple cities, where the first night will be an old-school, brutal night featuring, in its entirety, the album which started the DEATH legacy, “Scream Bloody Gore”, as well as classic tunes from “Leprosy” and “Spiritual Healing”. The second night will feature the finishing touch in DEATH‘s history, “The Sound Of Perseverance”, as well as timeless classics from the technical and more melodic era of DEATH, “Human”, “Individual Thought Patterns” and “Symbolic”. Also, in certain cities, the sets will be “From First To Last”, where DEATH TO ALL play the mightiest bangers from every DEATH album.
Upon the tour’s initial announcement, CRYPTOPSY shared: “We are very much looking forward to sharing the stage with the iconic and symbolic DEATH TO ALL band! Since the tour will be hitting major U.S. markets two nights back to back, we plan on giving the fans two unique setlists. One that consists of classic old-school first-generation CRYPTOPSY tracks and a second that’ll focus more on the newer generation.
“We are grateful for the opportunity to celebrate DEATH‘s legacy alongside DEATH TO ALL. We welcome you all to bear witness to this epic tour!”
So, what does this new signing with Season of Mist mean for fans? Here’s the exciting part: new music! We can expect a fresh onslaught of aural devastation, undoubtedly pushing the boundaries of extreme metal even further. But that’s not all. Season of Mist will also be bringing us definitive reissues of the band’s classic catalog. This is a golden opportunity for old-school fans to revisit these genre-defining albums with the audio quality they deserve, and for a whole new generation of headbangers to discover the twisted genius of CRYPTOPSY.
“We are thrilled to announce that CRYPTOPSY has joined forced with Season Of Mist!” the band says. “Season Of Mist‘s dedication to artistic integrity and their track record of supporting diverse and innovative music make them the perfect partner for CRYPTOPSY. With their backing, we look forward to reaching new heights creatively, connecting with more fans and continuing to push the boundaries of extreme music. We are excited for the journey ahead and the opportunities this opens up for what’s already an exciting new chapter of our band.”
One thing’s for sure: with a new record label, fresh music on the horizon, and a relentless touring schedule, the Canadian death metallers are showing no signs of slowing down. So, prepare yourselves for a new era of sonic savagery – CRYPTOPSY is back, and they’re ready to take your head on a whirlwind tour of extreme metal mayhem. In the immortal words of their classic track “Defeated“, get ready to be “engulfed in pure morbidity.”
