HEADLINER: CRADLE OF FILTH
SUPPORT: INFECTED RAIN
VENUE: THE TRIFFID, BRISBANE
DATE: SEPTEMBER 29TH 2024
REVIEWER: MERT TYSON
PHOTOGRAPHER: MERT TYSON PHOTOGRAPHY
Cradle of Filth, the legendary gothic rockers from the UK, wrapped up their triumphant return and utter destruction of Australia last night in Brisvegas. Brisbane was left in a state of delightful devastation as Cradle of Filth stormed the stage, delivering a performance that can only be described as a symphony of chaos. With a setlist that included fan favourites like “Her Ghost in the Fog,” “Nymphetamine,” “Dusk and Her Embrace,” and “Born in a Burial Gown,” the band hit every note and dramatic interlude with the precision of a surgeon wielding a chainsaw.
Dani Filth’s vocals were nothing short of demonic perfection. His ability to switch from guttural growls to ear-piercing shrieks had the crowd both terrified and thrilled. It’s no wonder Cradle of Filth remains at the pinnacle of the metal hierarchy. Dani proved once again why he’s the dark lord of metal, commanding the stage with an energy that could power a small city.
Joining them were their partners in crime, Moldovan band Infected Rain, making their Australian debut. Fronted by the dynamic Lena Scissorhands, Infected Rain brought a fresh and energetic vibe to the tour, and Brisbane was no exception. Their unique blend of progressive, electronic, and nu-metal elements, combined with Lena’s powerful vocals, created an electrifying atmosphere. Songs like “Storm” and “Passerby” highlighted their versatility and ability to blow away the crowd.
Infected Rain’s performance was like a high-voltage jolt of energy wrapped in a whirlwind of hair flips and headbanging. Lena Scissorhands commanded the stage with the ferocity of a metal goddess, her vocals oscillating between angelic melodies and guttural growls that could wake the dead. The band’s mix of progressive metal and electronic elements had the crowd pumping!
Cradle of Filth’s performance was a masterclass in theatrical metal, complete with spine-chilling visuals and a stage presence that could make even the most stoic metalhead crack a smile. Each song was delivered with such force and precision that it felt like the musical equivalent of a sledgehammer to the face – in the best possible way.
In short, Cradle of Filth didn’t just play a gig in Brisbane; they orchestrated a full-scale metal assault that left the audience begging for more. Along with Infected Rain, they created a rollercoaster of sound and spectacle. If you missed it, well, let’s just say you missed out on a night of pure, unadulterated metal madness and one of the most electrifying performances of the year! 🎸🤘
Mert.
