Released 30 years ago this October
Dusk and Her Embrace
Cradle of Filth · 1996
59 min · 10 tracks · gothic metal
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends orchestral elements with extreme metal effectively, showcasing strong composition and distinct gothic themes.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of orchestral arrangements layered over heavy guitar riffs, creating a rich, dark atmosphere.
- Several tracks incorporate spoken word segments and operatic vocals, enhancing the theatricality of the music.
- The tempo shifts frequently, with some songs alternating between slow, haunting passages and fast, aggressive sections.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Humana Inspired to Nightmare 1:24
- 2 Heaven Torn Asunder 7:04
- 3 Funeral in Carpathia 8:23
- 4 A Gothic Romance (Red Roses for the Devil’s Whore) 8:36
- 5 Nocturnal Supremacy ’96 5:58
- 6 Malice Through the Looking Glass 5:30
- 7 Dusk and Her Embrace 6:09
- 8 The Graveyard by Moonlight 2:28
- 9 Beauty Slept in Sodom 6:32
- 10 Haunted Shores 7:04
Reference: MusicBrainz
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