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Almost Human

Aurelio Voltaire · 2000

53 min · 14 tracks · dark cabaret

A darkly whimsical blend of cabaret, goth, and folk elements creating a hauntingly theatrical atmosphere.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • darkly whimsical storytelling experience
  • steady pacing with emotional depth
  • theatrical atmosphere for introspection
  • immersive flow with haunting melodies

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer upbeat, fast-paced music
  • seek straightforward, repetitive structures

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Almost Human' was released in 2000, Aurelio Voltaire was establishing himself as a notable figure in the dark cabaret scene. This album followed his previous release, 'The Devil's Bris' from 1998, and marked a significant step in his artistic exploration of gothic themes and storytelling through music.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Out of Reach 4:23
  • 2 Dunce 5:16
  • 3 Feathery Wings 5:05
  • 4 Almost Human 3:54
  • 5 God Thinks 4:12
  • 6 Anastasia 5:21
  • 7 Dead Girls 4:12
  • 8 Underground 4:10
  • 9 Ringo no Uta 1:29
  • 10 The Headless Waltz 3:36
  • 11 Alchemy Mondays 1:28
  • 12 The Last Word 4:40
  • 13 The Night 4:32
  • 14 El barquito de nuez 1:17

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