Cypher was founded in spring 2002 by T (vox, guitars) and Sander (guitars).The name "Cypher" alludes to a loss of individuality, self and identity, a theme pervading Cypher's 2003 "Forward Devolution" promo, with song titles as "Statues of Flesh", "Force Fed Hate" and "Forward Devolution" . Furthermore, the band's name adverts to concealed meanings in both lyrics and music. Numerous reviews in the media were very positive, many predicting a record deal. The line-up was completed in 2004, when Frank joined the band on drums:
T : vox, guitars
Sander : guitars
Pioko : bass
Frank : drums
In October 2006 Cypher released their debut album "Darkday Carnival", an album that explores the darker side of the human condition, lyrics masked by more than 2000 years of deceit and corruption, musically progressing towards a more intricate and dynamic style without losing their brutal, relentless edge.
Darkday Carnival: Pervaded with sickness, perverted with corruption and depraved by immorality, a true sonic blow to the soul... You've all heard bands like In Flames, Slayer, Morbid Angel and Testament, but wait 'til you hear this album!
You should know what to expect by now!