Cradle of Filth has announced an unexpected change to its lineup: keyboardist and singer Zoë Marie Federoff is no longer part of the band. The news came to light this Sunday, August 24th, through a statement published by the musician herself on her social media.
Zoë had been part of the group since 2022 and was accompanying them on their Latin American tour, which recently included shows in Limeira, Curitiba, and São Paulo. Her departure came shortly after their last show in the country, surprising fans, as the band still has more than 20 confirmed dates on the continent, including performances in Argentina, Chile, Peru, Colombia, and Mexico.
In her statement, the artist explained that she left the position for personal reasons and asked for the public's understanding:
"It is with regret that I share that, for personal reasons, I am unable to continue this tour and continue in general with Cradle of Filth. Please respect my privacy and that of my family. I will not be answering any questions. Please be kind to my successor. I wish her and my now former colleagues all the best. At least, as Roy Khan said more than a decade ago, God was there in the end."
The group, led by Dani Filth , has not yet announced who will take on the role in upcoming shows.
About Zoë Marie Federoff
In addition to her time with Cradle of Filth, Zoë Marie Federoff is also known for her work with Catalyst Crime and was previously a member of Insatia . Married to the band's guitarist, Marek "Ashok" Smerda , she has brought symphonic elements and additional vocals to the group's extreme sound over the past three years.
Despite the sudden departure, the tour schedule remains unchanged. Cradle of Filth takes the stage this Sunday in Palermo, Argentina, and concludes the Latin American leg with a series of 13 shows in Mexico in September.
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