Who is Crypta?

Formed: 2019, São Paulo, Brazil.
Members: Fernanda Lira (bass, vocals), Luana Dametto (drums), Tainá Bergamaschi (guitar, deceased April 2025). Former members: Sonia Anubis (guitar, 2019–2022), Jéssica di Falchi (guitar, 2022–2025).
Overview: Crypta is a Brazilian death metal band formed by ex-Nervosa members Fernanda Lira and Luana Dametto, known for their ferocious old-school death metal sound infused with modern aggression. Lira’s guttural growls and commanding stage presence, paired with Dametto’s relentless blast beats and Bergamaschi’s blistering riffs, have earned them a fierce reputation. Despite the tragic loss of Bergamaschi in 2025, Crypta continues to dominate the global metal scene with their technical precision and raw emotion.

Musical Journey

• Formation and Debut: Founded in 2019 by Lira and Dametto after leaving Nervosa, Crypta initially included guitarists Sonia Anubis and Tainá Bergamaschi. Their debut album, Echoes of the Soul (2021, Napalm Records), was a critical success, blending old-school death metal (inspired by Morbid Angel, Death) with modern ferocity. Tracks like “Starvation” and “Death Arcana” showcased Lira’s guttural vocals and the band’s technical prowess, debuting at No. 5 on the US Top New Artist Albums Chart.
• Sophomore Album and Growth: Shades of Sorrow (2023) deepened their sound, exploring themes of grief, anger, and resilience. It hit No. 7 on the US Current Hard Music Albums Chart and No. 4 on the Canadian Hard Music Albums Chart, with singles like “Lord of Ruins” gaining millions of YouTube views. The album’s intensity and emotional depth solidified Crypta’s global presence, with performances at Wacken Open Air and support slots for Ghost and Hatebreed.
• 2025 Updates: Crypta is working on their third album, teased for a 2025 release, with Lira promising “our heaviest yet” in a June 2025 X post. The band faced significant challenges in 2025: guitarist Jéssica di Falchi departed by mutual agreement on March 10, leaving Crypta as a three-piece, and bassist Tainá Bergamaschi tragically passed away on April 19 during their European tour. Despite these setbacks, Crypta vowed to continue, with their In The Other Side Tour (North America, September 5–October 12, 2025) featuring their first Canadian headline dates. X posts praise their resilience: “Crypta’s carrying Tainá’s spirit on tour, unstoppable 🔥 #InTheOtherSide.”

Live Performances
Crypta’s live shows are a whirlwind of aggression, with Lira’s commanding growls, Dametto’s relentless drumming, and intricate guitar work creating a visceral experience. Their performances at Wacken Open Air (2023), Lollapalooza Brasil (2025, where di Falchi guested with Tool), and opening for Ghost in São Paulo (2023) earned them a reputation as a “monster” live act. The In The Other Side Tour North America 2025 kicks off in Brooklyn, NY (September 5) and ends in Cambridge, MA (October 12), blending tracks from Echoes of the Soul and Shades of Sorrow. X fans rave: “Crypta’s live energy is brutal, Fernanda’s a beast 🤘 #Crypta2025.” Despite Bergamaschi’s loss, the band plans to honor her with a tribute during the tour, per a May 2025 X post.

Cultural Impact and Advocacy
Crypta’s all-female lineup challenges metal’s male-dominated landscape, inspiring fans and artists alike. Named one of Loudwire’s “Best New Metal Bands” (2021), they’ve been hailed by Ghost’s Tobias Forge as his “favorite new metal band.” Their lyrics, often exploring personal and societal struggles, resonate with fans, with Shades of Sorrow addressing mental health and loss. Lira’s outspoken advocacy for women in metal, seen in her 2025 Revolver interview, emphasizes breaking stereotypes: “We’re here to shred, not to prove anything.”

The tragic loss of Tainá Bergamaschi in April 2025 shocked the metal community, with X posts mourning her “fierce energy” and contributions to Shades of Sorrow. Crypta’s statement described her as “a sister,” and their commitment to continue touring and recording honors her legacy. The band supports Brazilian music education charities, with proceeds from their 2025 tour aiding local programs, per a June 2025 X post.

Comparison to Previous Artists

• Sharon den Adel, Maria Brink, Amy Lee, Lena Scissorhands: Crypta’s Fernanda Lira shares the fierce, commanding presence of den Adel (Within Temptation) and Brink (In This Moment), with her guttural growls mirroring Scissorhands’ vocal intensity. Unlike den Adel’s symphonic elegance or Brink’s theatrical rituals, Crypta’s raw, old-school death metal is unpolished and brutal, akin to Lee’s emotional depth but heavier. All five women redefine metal’s boundaries, with Crypta’s all-female lineup amplifying their impact.
• Hayley Williams, Avril Lavigne: Williams and Lavigne’s pop-punk anthems contrast with Crypta’s extreme metal, but their rebellious energy and authenticity align. Lira’s defiance echoes Lavigne’s Love Sux era, while Williams’ vulnerability in Petals for Armor finds a darker parallel in Crypta’s Shades of Sorrow.
• Mariah Carey, Whitney Houston: Carey and Houston’s vocal virtuosity differs from Lira’s guttural aggression, but their emotional storytelling connects. Crypta’s raw intensity contrasts with Carey’s melismatic runs and Houston’s gospel clarity, yet all10⁊ all share a knack for evក

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• Savage Garden, Westlife, Blue: These pop acts focus on melodic, emotional ballads, while Crypta’s aggressive death metal is far heavier. However, Savage Garden’s introspective lyricism resonates with Crypta’s emotional depth, and Westlife’s harmonies find a distant echo in Crypta’s tight musicianship. Blue’s R&B grooves contrast with Crypta’s brutal riffs, but both deliver high-energy performances.
• Kendrick Lamar, Eminem: Kendrick’s narrative depth and Eminem’s lyrical ferocity share Crypta’s intense delivery—“Starvation” mirrors Kendrick’s storytelling, while Lira’s rapid-fire growls echo Eminem’s technical prowess. Crypta’s raw, societal-commentary-driven lyrics align with Kendrick’s conscious rap, though their genre is extreme.
• Amyl and the Sniffers: Amy Taylor’s punk chaos aligns with Crypta’s unapologetic energy, both delivering raw, feminist anthems. Crypta’s death metal is heavier than Amyl’s pub rock, but their shared defiance and stage presence create a kindred

Crypta’s blend of old-school death metal ferocity and modern aggression, driven by Fernanda Lira’s guttural vocals and Luana Dametto’s thunderous drumming, makes them a rising force in extreme metal. Their all-female lineup challenges genre norms, much like Maria Brink and Sharon den Adel, while their raw emotion echoes the storytelling of Kendrick Lamar and the intensity of Eminem. With Echoes of the Soul and Shades of Sorrow amassing millions of streams and sold-out shows, Crypta carries Brazil’s metal torch forward, honoring their roots while forging a bold path. Despite Bergamaschi’s loss, their resilience and 2025 tour plans prove their unstoppable drive.

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