Overview

• Frontman Dani Filth announced Marek “Ashok” Šmerda’s immediate dismissal hours after the guitarist said he would leave at the end of the tour.
• Zoë M. Federoff quit mid‑tour days earlier, later sharing a statement and contract screenshots that alleged dishonest management and low compensation.
• Federoff said the couple earned roughly £150 per day and about £25,000 a year, with the posted terms showing £200 on performance days, £150 for travel and a £25 per diem.
• Šmerda asked for his compositions to be pulled from upcoming releases, specifically including the long‑discussed Ed Sheeran collaboration.
• Cradle Of Filth disputed the accusations, played Montevideo with Kelsey Peters covering keyboards, and said a temporary guitarist will be flown in as South American dates continue.