Former Cradle of Filth Guitarist Stuart Anstis Dead at 48

Stuart Anstis who, played guitar for Cradle of Filth from 1995–1999, has passed away at the age of 48.

Anstis started the band Bastardsun after leaving Cradle of Filth and played with them until the death of their singer David Wayne, formerly of Metal Church, in 2002. Anstis also played with Mourning Beloveth, Embrace By Dark, Riffmaster General, Scald, Scavenger and Sermon of Hypocrisy.

Dani Filth posted on Cradle of Filth's Instagram regarding his death.

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