“The metalcore revival has gone in a whole bunch of different directions over the years, but it feels like it’s been a minute since we’ve gotten this type of chaos – or at least this type of chaos done this well.”
– BrooklynVegan
Stream CRYPTODIRA’s Genesis Of Error EP
With their latest offering, CRYPTODIRA are once again pushing themselves beyond the boundaries of metal and into a space of their own. Notes Brooklyn Vegan of the band’s ‘The Same River Twice’ single, “[It’s] an under-two-minute frenzy that’s cut from that same BTBAM/DEP cloth, with a little Converge in there too, especially in its speed and brevity. The metalcore revival has gone in a whole bunch of different directions over the years, but it feels like it’s been a minute since we’ve gotten this type of chaos – or at least this type of chaos done this well.”
In an 8.5/10 review, Dead Rhetoric writes, “Pushing boundaries is the key to establishing your own space in this genre. CRYPTODIRA possesses all the requisite tools of the trade, knowledge, and proper seasoning to achieve an ample place at the table of progressive/experimental metal with Genesis Of Error.” Rebel Extravaganza concurs, “[The song] ‘No Monuments’ shows that that thirst remains unslaked, this spiked and horned child of Mastodon and Cryptopsy both more bristled than ever, and still – in the non-face-ripping sections – more sublime. Despite its brevity, ‘The Same River Twice’ is a caterwauling careen downhill race, just this side of uncontrolled, and the nine+ minute title track is a study in sonic immersion. An almost Nektar prog sensibility at the calmer moments, Botch-level chaos in the others, Genesis Of Error is expansive, and expanding. No horizons…” Adds Metal Injection, “These three songs remind me of East Of The Wall, Car Bomb, and early Contortionist. It’s heavy, technical, and occasionally melodic. The tonal shifts are frequent, so keep up!”
Genesis Of Error was recorded in Burlington, Connecticut at Silver Bullet Studios, engineered, produced, and mixed by Greg Thomas and Chris Teti, and mastered by Will Putney. The EP is available on limited edition vinyl in two color variants – Blue/Grey A-side/B-side w/ Bone Splatter and Grey/Blue Butterfly w/ Black Splatter – and digitally on all streaming platforms.
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Watch CRYPTODIRA’s previously released videos for ‘The Same River Twice’ and ‘No Monuments’
Genesis Of Error Track Listing:
- No Monuments
- The Same River Twice
- Genesis Of Error
From the moment they debuted with 2017’s The Devil’s Despair, it was immediately apparent that CRYPTODIRA was a far cry from the polished, ultra-clean progressive metal stylings of their peers. A seamless blend of technically precise riffing, melancholic soundscapes, and the raw, feedback-driven aggression of bands far from the prog world allowed the Long Island foursome to carve out a niche all to themselves in the crowded heavy music landscape.
The band’s sophomore effort, The Angel Of History (2020), showed an increased willingness to wade into uncharted territory and further embrace its experimental influences. The album’s furious lyrical themes, critical of the oppressive history of both past and present, were brought into focus to make CRYPTODIRA’s message abundantly clear. Wrote Everything Is Noise of the release, “The riffs are enormous, the vocals are emotional and raw, and the band is wildly tight.” lauded Metal Trenches, “if you want something proggy, powerful, and atmospheric, this band has you covered.”
The foundation established by the band’s first two releases led to extensive touring across the USA, Canada, and Europe/UK with progressive metal greats such as Between The Buried And Me, Haken, Intervals, Rolo Tomassi, Veil Of Maya, The Number Twelve Looks Like You, Animals As Leaders, and many more.
With 2025 comes the dawn of a new era for CRYPTODIRA with the Genesis Of Error EP. Shortly after recording, the band added bassist Vincent Romanelli (Moon Tooth) to the trio of founding members guitarist/vocalist Scott Acquavella, guitarist/vocalist Mike Monaco, and drummer Matthew Taibi, marking a clear divide between the past and present.
CRYPTODIRA:
Scott Acquavella – vocals/guitar
Mike Monaco – vocals/guitar
Matthew Taibi – drums
Vincent Romanelli – bass