Heavy, Left-Handed and Candid
Cradle of Filth · 2001
156 min · 17 tracks · gothic metal · extreme metal
A chaotic blend of operatic vocals and thunderous instrumentals drenched in gothic horror themes.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with crescendos
- immersive experience for late nights
- thematic exploration of gothic horror
- long tracks for deep engagement
- operatic vocals evoke strong emotions
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer short, standalone tracks
- seek light-hearted listening experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'Heavy, Left-Handed and Candid' was released in 2001, Cradle of Filth was already known for their theatrical style and extreme metal sound, following their breakthrough album 'Dusk and Her Embrace' (1996). This album marked a pivotal moment as the band was transitioning into a more polished production phase while still embracing their signature dark aesthetics. Their reputation had solidified, positioning them as one of the leading acts in gothic and extreme metal.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Dimmu Borgir· Nightwish· Type O Negative
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Lord Abortion 9:12
- 2 Ebony Dressed for Sunset 3:08
- 3 Forest Whispers My Name 5:20
- 4 Cthulu Dawn 4:40
- 5 Dusk and Her Embrace 6:25
- 6 The Principle of Evil Made Flesh 5:29
- 7 Cruelty Brought Thee Orchids 8:00
- 8 Her Ghost in the Fog 9:57
- 9 Summer Dying Fast 4:41
- 10 From the Cradle to Enslave 6:14
- 11 Queen of Winter, Throned 11:09
- 12 Sifting Through Filth (A Schlockumentary) 58:28
- 13 Scorched Earth Erotica (Nasty version) 4:57
- 14 Scorched Earth Erotica (Very Nasty version) 4:54
- 15 Born an a Burial Gown (Sub version) 4:51
- 16 The Blair Twit Project (Absinthe Fiend Footage) 8:07
- 17 Cradle of Fear (Horror Movie Trailer) 1:13
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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