Artist Info: Cryptic Shade

"Cryptic Shade is not trying to be your typical heavy metal band; they have an eclectic sound that brings together a wide variety of influences." (Jyoti Roy of Feminist Review April 2, 2009)

An original Progressive Metal band, Cryptic Shade entered the Portland, Oregon music scene in 2008. The band's name has significant meaning that represents their music: "Cryptic," meaning mysterious and enigmatic; "Shade" representing the variation of mood, ranging from light to dark. [read more...]