What makes Peace Through Superior Firepower by Cradle of Filth notable?

'Peace Through Superior Firepower' debuted at number 45 on the UK Albums Chart and was noted for its ambitious sound and elaborate production. The album's controversial themes and provocative artwork led to debates about censorship within the music industry, further establishing Cradle of Filth's notoriety. It has also influenced subsequent artists in the gothic and extreme metal scenes. Released on January 1, 2005, 'Peace Through Superior Firepower' is Cradle of Filth's sixth studio album, following the critically acclaimed 'Damnation and a Day.' At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their status in the gothic metal genre while exploring more extensive orchestral arrangements and cinematic themes. This album positioned them as a leading force in extreme metal during the early 2000s.

Who is Peace Through Superior Firepower for?

Peace Through Superior Firepower works well if you're into dynamic journey with varied pacing, theatrical intensity and dark romance and immersive storytelling across tracks.

How many songs are on Peace Through Superior Firepower?

Peace Through Superior Firepower has 24 tracks, running approximately 189 minutes.

Peace Through Superior Firepower

Cradle of Filth · 2005

189 min · 24 tracks · gothic metal · extreme metal

A chaotic blend of symphonic melodies and aggressive metal, steeped in dark romanticism and theatricality.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic journey with varied pacing
theatrical intensity and dark romance
immersive storytelling across tracks
cathartic release through chaos

Maybe skip if you want

prefer straightforward, consistent rhythms
seek instant gratification in music

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on January 1, 2005, 'Peace Through Superior Firepower' is Cradle of Filth's sixth studio album, following the critically acclaimed 'Damnation and a Day.' At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their status in the gothic metal genre while exploring more extensive orchestral arrangements and cinematic themes. This album positioned them as a leading force in extreme metal during the early 2000s.
Stylistic neighbors: Dimmu Borgir· Nightwish· Type O Negative

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Satyriasis 2:05
2 Gilded Cunt 3:51
3 Nemesis 8:06
4 Mannequin 4:14
5 The Black Goddess Rises 6:37
6 A Gothic Romance 7:51
7 Her Ghost in the Fog 5:46
8 Nymphetamine (Fix) 5:04
9 Tortured Soul Asylum 7:49
10 The Forest Whispers My Name 5:24
11 A Bruise Upon the Silent Moon 1:58
12 The Promise of Fever 6:14
13 13 Autumns and a Widow 7:18
14 Mother of Abominations 9:23
15 Painting Flowers White Never Suited My Palette 1:30
16 From the Cradle to Enslave 5:48
17 Postcards from Vulgaria (A Shockumentary) 58:18
18 Virgin on the Stupid (Autograph Signing) 12:25
19 Her Ghost in the Fog 4:38
20 No Time to Cry 4:19
21 Babalon A.D. (So Glad for the Madness) 5:55
22 Mannequin 4:16
23 The Promise of Fever 5:57
24 Nymphetamine 5:05

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