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Total Fucking Darkness

Cradle of Filth · 2014

24 min · 5 tracks · gothic metal · extreme metal

A relentless fusion of extreme metal and gothic elements enveloped in dark, atmospheric soundscapes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • relentless intensity from start
  • dark atmospheres for immersion
  • gradual build toward resolution
  • for late-night solitude

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer lighthearted or upbeat
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By 2014, Cradle of Filth had established themselves as a key player in the gothic metal scene. 'Total Fucking Darkness' marked their return to the underground with a raw sound after the more polished production of their previous album, 'The Manticore and Other Horrors'. This release came during a period of lineup changes and a reevaluation of their artistic direction.
Stylistic neighbors
Dimmu Borgir· Nightwish· Type O Negative

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Black Goddess Rises 6:26
  • 2 Unbridled at Dusk 7:13
  • 3 The Raping of Faith 5:44
  • 4 As Deep as Any Burial 4:04
  • 5 Fraternally Yours, 666 (outro) 0:42

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