Cradle of Filth stands as one of the most influential acts in British black metal. Formed in 1991 in Suffolk by charismatic frontman Dani Filth, the band built a theatrical world where gothic horror, dark romanticism, and extreme intensity collide.

From The Principle of Evil Made Flesh (1994), Cradle of Filth established its unmistakable style — razor-sharp riffs, haunting symphonics, demonic vocals, and an atmosphere drawn from classic literature and occult imagery. Albums like Dusk… and Her Embrace (1996) and Cruelty and the Beast (1998) defined a new era of dark, baroque metal.

The band elevated visual art to the same level as its music — lavish costumes, horror-inspired videos, and theatrical live shows. With later works such as Existence Is Futile (2021), Cradle of Filth remains a pillar of dark and majestic metal.

On MusikMachine, explore several embroidered patches, a pendant, and a collector bag featuring the band’s sinister artwork — perfect for fans of gothic and extreme metal 🔥

To delve deeper into dark sounds, visit our Black Metal section within the Metal universe, alongside other dark masters such as Dimmu Borgir and Behemoth.