Cryptopsy is a technical death metal band from Montreal, Quebec, Canada and was formed in 1992. History The formation of Cryptopsy originates in the Montreal area. Making their first appearance in 1992, the band was founded by drummer Mike Atkin, guitarist Steve Thibault and vocalist Lord Worm under the name "Necrosis" from 1988-1992. This line-up featured Mike Atkin on drums, Steve Thibault on guitar, Dan Greening (who would later take the name "Lord Worm") on vocals and John Todds on