Cradle of Filth are a unique band – one which has garnered a ton of attention throughout their lengthy career. As a polarising force that people tend to either love or loathe, there is little question that their music evokes certain emotions amongst listeners. Following a five year absence, Cradle of Filth finally returned to Melbourne armed with a new album, 2017’s Cryptorania – The Seductiveness of Decay, and intent on re-emerging on Australian shores with a bang.

Here are some of the craziest moments of the evening: