In a groundbreaking move for both the global metal scene and gender representation within the genre, Brazilian death metal band Crypta has signed a multi-million dollar deal with one of the most influential labels in extreme music—a label that also houses giants like Cannibal Corpse and Morbid Angel. The signing marks a historic step forward for the all-female group and affirms their growing status as a rising force in modern death metal.
From Brazil to the World Stage
Formed in 2019 by former members of the thrash band Nervosa, Crypta quickly established themselves as more than a side project. Their 2021 debut album “Echoes of the Soul” was met with critical acclaim for its ferocity, technical precision, and dark, old-school death metal influence. It earned the band a loyal international following and placed them firmly in the conversation with the genre’s top new acts.
Now, just a few years into their career, they’ve secured a deal that not only guarantees significant financial backing, but also elevates them to a roster alongside some of death metal’s most legendary names.
A Monumental Signing
While the exact financial details of the deal remain confidential, sources within the industry describe it as “multi-million dollar in scope”—a figure that is rare even in the metal world, where underground scenes often operate on tight margins. The deal includes full-scale global distribution, increased tour support, expanded marketing, and the production of future albums with top-tier producers.
Signing to a label that also represents **Cannibal Corpse, Morbid Angel**, **Deicide**, and other genre-defining bands, Crypta now shares the same platform that helped build death metal’s legacy over the past three decades.
This is more than a business move—it’s a stamp of validation from an industry that has historically been slow to embrace female-fronted or all-female bands in extreme genres.
More Than Just Representation
What makes Crypta’s rise particularly meaningful is that their success doesn’t rely on novelty—it’s built on musicianship. The band, composed of **Fernanda Lira** (vocals/bass), **Luana Dametto** (drums), **Tainá Bergamaschi** and **Jéssica di Falchi** (guitars), delivers a sound that is uncompromising, intense, and rooted in the old-school death metal tradition, while still bringing a modern technical edge.
Their live performances have received widespread praise, and they’ve become regulars at major festivals across Europe and Latin America, sharing stages with genre stalwarts and proving themselves worthy peers.
In interviews, the band members have emphasized that while they are proud to represent women in metal, they want the focus to remain on the quality of their work. *“We want to be respected not because we’re an all-female band, but because we’re a good death metal band,”* said frontwoman Fernanda Lira in a past interview—a statement that now rings truer than ever.
What This Means for Metal
Crypta’s new deal represents a broader shift in the metal world. As the genre evolves, fans and industry players alike are becoming more open to diversity, both musically and culturally. The fact that an all-female, South American death metal band can secure a multi-million dollar contract and share a label with American death metal icons speaks volumes about the changing landscape.
The deal could also open doors for other non-traditional acts—bands from underrepresented countries, genders, and subgenres—to gain recognition on major platforms without compromising their artistic integrity.
Looking Ahead
With a new album likely in the works under the backing of their powerful new label, expectations for Crypta’s next chapter are sky-high. If their past releases are any indication, the band will continue to blend blistering aggression with technical mastery and deliver records that push the boundaries of modern death metal.
As they join the ranks of legendary acts, one thing is clear: **Crypta isn’t just making history—they’re shaping the future**.
And with the full weight of a legacy label behind them, the world of death metal better be ready—because Crypta is coming for the throne.
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