Damnation and a Day

Cradle of Filth

Damnation and a Day

RELEASED: March 25, 2003
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. A Bruise Upon the Silent Moon Meaning 2:03 2. The Promise of Fever Meaning 5:56 3. Hurt and Virtue Meaning 5:23 4. An Enemy Led the Tempest Meaning 6:12 5. Damned in Any Language (A Plague on Words) Meaning 1:57 6. Better to Reign in Hell Meaning 6:11 7. Serpent Tongue Meaning 5:10 8. Carrion Meaning 4:42 9. The Mordant Liquor of Tears 2:35 10. Presents From the Poison‐Hearted Meaning 6:19 11. Doberman Pharaoh 6:02 12. Babalon A.D. (So Glad for the Madness) Meaning 5:39 13. A Scarlet Witch Lit the Season 1:33 14. Mannequin Meaning 4:26 15. Thank God for the Suffering Meaning 6:13 16. The Smoke of Her Burning Meaning 5:00 17. End of Daze 1:24
Historical Archive
Damnation and a Day is the fifth studio album by the British extreme metal band Cradle of Filth, released on April 12, 2003. The album features a blend of gothic metal, symphonic elements, and extreme metal, showcasing the band's signature style. Lyrically, it explores themes of darkness, despair, and the human condition, with a theatrical and poetic approach. The addition of orchestral arrangements and choral elements adds depth to the music, creating a grand and atmospheric soundscape. The album is noted for its ambitious production and has garnered a dedicated following among fans of the genre.