From the Cradle to Enslave is Cradle of Filth’s ferocious 1999 EP, reissued in 2026 on limited Red/Black Corona vinyl via Music For Nations / Sony Music. This edition uses the same plates as the 2016 premiere vinyl pressing and comes in a single‑pocket jacket flooded in black, complete with a printed parental advisory and black inner sleeve.
 
The EP captures the band sharpening their signature blend of gothic metal, black metal, and theatrical extremity, featuring originals alongside covers of Misfits, Anathema, and Massacre. It remains one of their most sought‑after non‑album releases, offering a snapshot of Cradle of Filth at their most vicious and experimental.
 
Why This Record Is in the Crimson Vinyl Collection
 
Crimson Vinyl stocked this 2026 repress because it represents a key transitional era for Cradle of Filth — a cult EP that was never released on vinyl in 1999 and only became available to collectors decades later. The Red/Black Corona variant, premium packaging, and historically significant tracklist make it an essential addition for fans of extreme metal, gothic theatrics, and Cradle’s evolving legacy. This pressing delivers both collectability and authenticity, aligning perfectly with our focus on high‑impact, sought‑after reissues.
 
Track Listing
 
Side A
From the Cradle to Enslave – 6:34
Of Dark Blood and Fucking – 6:00
Death Comes Ripping (Misfits cover) – 1:56
Sleepless (Anathema cover) – 4:17
Side B
Pervert’s Church (From the Cradle to Deprave) – 4:55
Funeral in Carpathia (Be Quick or Be Dead Version) – 8:07
Dawn of Eternity (Massacre cover) – 6:19