Cradle of Filth frontman Dani Filth recently shared a New Year’s message with fans while addressing internal band drama that occurred in 2025. The message was posted on Instagram.
The statement touched on his sobriety milestone and reflected on the challenges the band faced during the past year, including conflicts with former members.
“Happy new years Eve! I am three years without alcohol today! I’d say ‘three years sober’ but that implies that before these 1096 days I was completely legless all of the time, which of course, certainly wasn’t the case,” Filth said. “But nevertheless three years, however minimal in the grand scheme of things, is quite a big deal for me.”
He continued to reflect on the year’s events, making a veiled reference to the band’s internal conflicts.
“Anyhoo… 2025 has been a full-on rollercoaster of a year; full of foreign travels, love, creativity, friends, music and splendiverous adventures blighted slightly by those who have unsuccessfully tried to derail the crazy train,” he continued.
The frontman concluded his message with optimism for the future while traveling.
“As for what the New Year brings, there’s a whole bunch of great stuff ahead including a splendid new album and heaps of touring but I won’t bore you with all the details here, seeing as it is a day of celebration!” he said. “So, as I sit here at Heathrow airport waiting on a plane to Belgrade, I wish everyone an amazingly fantastic, peaceful, joyous 2026!”
This message comes after a turbulent year for the band that saw the departure of Zoë M. Federoff and her husband Marek “Ashok” Šmerda. These events subsequently led to legal action from former band members.
Despite the internal turmoil, Cradle of Filth has continued moving forward with their touring plans and new music projects. The band’s resilience in the face of these challenges reflects their commitment to their fanbase and artistic vision.
Blabbermouth reported that the British extreme metal veterans announced their ‘Majestic In Death Tour’ for spring 2026, featuring support from Suffocation, Ghost Bath, and Cultus Black. The U.S. tour is set to kick off on April 30 in San Antonio, Texas. This demonstrates the band’s determination to maintain their touring schedule despite recent setbacks.
The legal troubles surrounding the band have been significant. The Toilet Ov Hell revealed that six ex-members filed a lawsuit roughly two weeks before the tour announcement. The former members alleged unfair treatment, unpaid wages, copyright infringement, unpaid royalties, and unauthorized use of likenesses. They demanded damages plus destroyed merchandise.
The departure of key members Zoë Federoff and Ashok earlier in 2025 marked a particularly challenging period for the band. The Toilet Ov Hell noted that the split occurred after a very public falling out with leader Dani Filth and management. This created significant disruption within the band’s operations.
In a recent interview, Filth addressed the need for change within the band structure. “I think everything needs change,” he said, referencing Cradle of Filth’s past lineup changes. He suggested that such transitions, while difficult, are sometimes necessary for the band’s evolution and continued success.
