album · October 31, 2000

Midian

Cradle of Filth

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This 2000 release from Cradle of Filth leans into gothic horror themes, featuring a prominent role for actress Liv Tyler's father, Aerosmith's Steven Tyler.

• The album's title is a reference to the fictional race of creatures from Clive Barker's novel "Cabal".
• The album features a spoken word intro by actor David McEwan and interludes by actress Liv Tyler.
• The album title and themes were inspired by the 1990 film adaptation of Clive Barker's "Cabal," titled "Nightbreed."

Cradle of Filth is a British extreme metal band, formed in Suffolk in 1991, known for their gothic horror-influenced sound and visual presentation. "Midian" marked a period of increased label support and broader exposure for the band following their move to Sony BMG Music Entertainment.