Cradle Of Filth
Damnation And A day

THE REVIEW

Just mentioning Cradle of Filth raises a wall of criticism pro and con, and I'm not really sure who is more right, but as a reviewer, I will refrain from any criticism or comment regarding the group and will focus exclusively on reviewing their new work.
Damnation and a Day is a concept of monstrous dimensions, especially considering that something like this in the black metal field, I think, has never been done before (correct me if I'm wrong).
The craftsmanship of this record is downright perfect, the recording quality is flawless, the sounds are, I dare say, impeccable, and the group's performance is extraordinary.
The only flaw might be the work behind the drums by former At the Gates member Adrian Andersson, which often seems a bit monotonous even if not out of place.
Dani Filth is the entertainer of this record with hallucinatory screams and growls that seem like lion's roars; the "dwarf" vampire delivers a truly over-the-top performance and enhances this work.
A special mention also to the remarkable work done by the orchestra, provided by Sony, the record's production house and benefactor for the sound rendition of this album, which does not overshadow the electric instruments but integrates with them to create atmospheres that are, to say the least, apocalyptic.

For all those who appreciate well-played symphonic black metal and a singer who does not adhere to the old-school black metal frameworks, this record is a must-have.