Live Bait for the Dead
Cradle of Filth · 2002
119 min · 21 tracks · gothic metal · extreme metal
A macabre blend of symphonic elements and extreme metal ferocity envelops hauntingly dark lyrical themes.
Live Bait for the Dead is an album by Cradle of Filth, released in 2002. A macabre blend of symphonic elements and extreme metal ferocity envelops hauntingly dark lyrical themes. 'Live Bait for the Dead' received critical acclaim for its intense live energy and musicianship, helping to further establish Cradle of Filth as leaders in the gothic metal genre. The album peaked at number 12 on the UK Albums Chart, illustrating their commercial impact during this period. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Live Bait for the Dead sound like?
A macabre blend of symphonic elements and extreme metal ferocity envelops hauntingly dark lyrical themes. Rooted in gothic metal and extreme metal.
What makes Live Bait for the Dead by Cradle of Filth notable?
'Live Bait for the Dead' received critical acclaim for its intense live energy and musicianship, helping to further establish Cradle of Filth as leaders in the gothic metal genre. The album peaked at number 12 on the UK Albums Chart, illustrating their commercial impact during this period. Released on August 19, 2002, 'Live Bait for the Dead' is a live album that captures Cradle of Filth's theatrical performances during their peak popularity following the success of 'Dusk and Her Embrace'. This album showcases their evolution as a band, solidifying their status in the gothic metal scene while featuring tracks from their earlier works and newer material.
How many songs are on Live Bait for the Dead?
Live Bait for the Dead has 21 tracks, running approximately 119 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 Intro: The Ceremony Opens 2:45
- 2 Lord Abortion 6:33
- 3 Ebony Dressed for Sunset 2:55
- 4 The Forest Whispers My Name 4:55
- 5 Cthulhu Dawn Standout 4:31
- 6 Dusk and Her Embrace Standout 6:24
- 7 The Principle of Evil Made Flesh 5:42
- 8 Cruelty Brought Thee Orchids 7:54
- 9 Her Ghost in the Fog Standout 7:33
- 10 Summer Dying Fast 5:43
- 11 Interlude: Creatures That Kissed in Cold Mirrors 3:56
- 12 From the Cradle to Enslave 5:59
- 13 Queen of Winter, Throned 10:04
Disc 2
- 1 Born in a Burial Gown (The Polished Coffin mix) 5:18
- 2 No Time to Cry (Sisters of No Mercy mix) 4:20
- 3 Funeral in Carpathia (soundcheck recording) 8:22
- 4 Deleted Scenes of a Snuff Princess 5:37
- 5 Scorched Earth Erotica (original demo(n) version) 4:57
- 6 Nocturnal Supremacy (soundcheck recording) 6:03
- 7 From the Cradle to Enslave (Under Martian Rule mix) 6:04
- 8 The Fire Still Burns 4:10
Release Date
August 19, 2002
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
119 min 54 sec
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