album · May 13, 2002

Lovecraft & Witch Hearts

Cradle of Filth

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This 2002 compilation collects key tracks from Cradle of Filth's early output, showcasing their blend of gothic atmosphere and aggressive black metal. It serves as an accessible entry point to their unique sound.

• "Lovecraft & Witch Hearts" was released on May 13, 2002, by Sony BMG Music Entertainment.
• The compilation draws material from the band's albums "The Principle of Evil Made Flesh," "Dusk... and Her Embrace," and "Cruelty and the Beast."
• The album was primarily intended for the North American market, aiming to introduce the band's earlier work to a wider audience.

Cradle of Filth is a British extreme metal band formed in 1991, known for their gothic, horror-influenced lyrical themes and symphonic black metal sound. At the time of "Lovecraft & Witch Hearts," they had recently released "Midian" and were solidifying their place as one of the more theatrical bands in the genre.