Cradle Of Filth's Dani Filth has issued huge statement on his side of the dispute of members quiting

Cradle Of Filth's Dani Filth has issued huge statement on his side of the dispute of members quiting Cradle Of Filth vocalist Dani Filth has posted a statement on his side of the dispute that unfolded last week on the Latin america tour ... ... keyboardist/vocalist Zoe Marie Federoff abruptly exited the band mid-tour. Days later, her husband, Cradle Of Filth guitarist Marek ‘Ashok’ Smerda, announced his plans to follow his wife out of the band at the end of their Latin American touring in a few weeks time. however Ashok was fired imeediately after the statement .. statement here https://www.instagram.com/danifilthofficial/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=b28b120d-73ed-415b-a83a-1016555aa550 In a lengthy new statement posted on August 29th, Filth has outlined his side of the dispute, stating: “Greetings everyone, I think it’s time to reveal my side of the story, now that so many accusations have been levelled at the band, our management, and me personally I apologise for the slight tardiness of this statement; it was important to approach this in a level-headed manner after reflection. The timing was also difficult, as the band is currently touring South America with arduous travel days, long flights, and shows. I don’t believe in tit-for-tat or slander, but I do want to clarify the following points: 1. Firstly the contract in question: This is not a contract that was ever expected to be signed as is, but was the initial framework to build from. I will expand on this further, but I do see that one of the main reasons we are having this situation is because of miscommunication regarding the nature of the contract and what was expected of the parties receiving it. 2. No one in the band is prohibited from working with other groups and substituting their income. We currently schedule tours for about 40% of the year with the rest of the year being available for other commitments. Many of my bandmates have other projects, as can be seen on their own social media pages. WE DO NOT prohibit our musicians from work commitments with other bands, we only ask to plan sufficiently, weaving schedules together as far in advance as the situation allows. 3. I’m sad to see that Zoe is picking facts to fit an agenda but am willing to share the full story including the description of events of the first three days of the South American tour, to show a more balanced picture so that people can make their judgements based on the wider context. During those first days, heavy drinking, escalating arguments, and repeated public disputes created a very disruptive atmosphere for everyone involved. I personally witnessed heated exchanges between Zoe and Ashok that included both verbal and physical abuse, culminating in a public display in front of the hotel and fans who had gathered for last minute autographs in Sao Paolo. This was not an isolated incident but part of a pattern of abusive behavior that strained the entire team. While I understand touring is stressful and exhausting, I cannot excuse the effect it had on the rest of us. The decision to continue the tour without them was not taken lightly, but it was necessary for the health of the band and crew. Also, no one knew anything about her pregnancy and if she was pregnant, why she was drinking at all? She even contacted management on several occasions asking for help in stopping drinking, with lengthy text messages proving this. 4. It is important to me that the artists around me feel like their inputs are seen and valued. I do think that for the most part this is the case, as some of the remaining members have been with me for over 10 years. We are however always looking to improve, so I will take what is happening now as an opportunity to have a better dialogue in the band, crafting a more elaborate contract that makes everyone feel comfortable and protected in the future. plus much more see post ... Cradle Of Filth's Dani Filth has issued huge statement on his side of the dispute of members quiting

Added 31 Aug 2026