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Members

Current

Name
Begin
Occupation

Daniel Firth

2012

Bass guitar

Dani Filth

1991

Lead vocals

James McIlroy

2009

Guitar

Lindsay Schoolcraft

2013

Background vocals

Keyboard

Martin "Marthus" Å karoupka

2006

Membranophone

Richard Shaw

2014

Electric guitar

History

Name
Begin
End
Occupation

Adrian Erlandsson

1999
2006

Drums (drum set)

Anabelle Iratni

2019
2022

Lyre

Keyboard

Lead vocals

Andrea Haugen

1993
1994

Background vocals

Ashley Ellyllon

2009
2011

Background vocals

Keyboard

Benjamin Ryan

1991
1994

Keyboard

Bryan Hipp

1994
1995

Guitar

Caroline Campbell

2011
2012

Keyboard

Background vocals

Carolyn Gretton

2008
2008

Background vocals

Charles Hedger

2005
2009

Guitar

Damien Gregori

1994
1997

Keyboard

Danielle Cneajna Cottington

1994
1998

Background vocals

Darren Donnarumma

1999
1999

Guitar

Darren White

1991
1992

Membranophone

Dave Hirschheimer

1999
1999

Membranophone

Dave Pybus

2002
2012

Bass guitar

Dhiraz Wregmi

2007
2007

Bass guitar

Gian Pyres

1996
2002

Guitar

James McIlroy

2003
2005

Guitar

Jonathan Pritchard

1991
1992

Bass guitar

Jon Kennedy

1994
1995

Bass guitar

Les Smith

1997
1999

Keyboard

Mark Newby-Robson

1999
1999

Keyboard

Mark Newby-Robson

2006
2011

Keyboard

Martin Powell

2000
2005

Guitar

Keyboard

Violin

Nicholas Barker

1992
1999

Drums (drum set)

Paul Allender

1992
1995

Guitar

Paul Allender

2000
2014

Guitar

Paul Mcglone

1996
1996

Guitar

Paul Ryan

1991
1994

Guitar

Rishi Mehta

1994
1994

Guitar

Robin Eaglestone

1992
2002

Bass guitar

Rosie Smith

2005
2009

Keyboard

Background vocals

Sarah Jezebel Deva

1995
2008

Background vocals

Sarah Jezebel Deva

2011
2011

Background vocals

Stuart Anstis

1995
1999

Guitar

William A. "Was" Sarginson

1999
1999

Membranophone

Story of Cradle of Filth

Cradle of Filth: A Journey From Black Metal to Gothic Metal Titans

Cradle of Filth, hailing from the depths of Suffolk, England, burst onto the extreme metal scene in 1991. Initially steeped in the raw fury of black metal, they evolved into a force to be reckoned with, forging a distinct and compelling sound that blended the darkness of gothic metal, the grandeur of symphonic metal, and other metal genres.

Their lyrical tapestry, woven with threads of Gothic literature, poetry, mythology, and horror films, creates a unique and unsettling atmosphere. At the helm is the band's founding member and vocalist, Dani Filth, a charismatic figure whose stage presence and lyrical prowess have become synonymous with Cradle of Filth. The band is also comprised of seasoned musicians including drummer Martin "Marthus" Å karoupka, bassist Daniel Firth, guitarists Marek "Ashok" Å merda and Donny Burbage, and keyboardist Zoe Marie Federoff.

While retaining their core extreme metal roots, Cradle of Filth transcended their niche by embracing mainstream exposure. This strategic move brought them to the attention of major publications like Kerrang! and MTV, and propelled them onto the stages of iconic festivals like Ozzfest, Download, and even the mainstream Sziget Festival.

Their embrace of theatrics and their imagery, while often drawing comparisons to Satanism, are more for shock value than genuine belief. While their lyrical references to Satanism are few and far between, their aesthetic and presentation have cemented their image as a band that thrives on pushing boundaries and challenging norms.

Early Years (1991-1996)

The band's first three years were characterized by a whirlwind of demos (Invoking the Unclean, Orgiastic Pleasures Foul, and Total Fucking Darkness) and frequent lineup changes. In fact, Cradle of Filth has had over thirty musicians pass through its ranks throughout its history.

An album, "Goetia," was recorded prior to their third demo and slated for release on Tombstone Records. Tragically, the label went out of business, and the band, lacking the funds to reclaim the recordings, saw their debut work vanish into the void.

The Rise of a Gothic Metal Icon:

The story of Cradle of Filth is one of relentless creativity, constant evolution, and a refusal to be confined by genre boundaries. From their black metal roots to their present status as gothic metal titans, they've carved a unique path for themselves, leaving an indelible mark on the extreme metal landscape.

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