Dancer and the Moon
Blackmore's Night · 2013
53 min · 13 tracks · folk rock · medieval folk rock
A whimsical blend of Renaissance-inspired melodies and contemporary folk rock, rich in storytelling and atmosphere.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic emotional journeys
- whimsical storytelling elements
- gradual builds and payoffs
- late-night contemplative moods
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2013, 'Dancer and the Moon' is Blackmore's Night's seventh studio album, showcasing a return to their medieval folk roots after experimenting with rock elements in previous albums. This release came after a five-year hiatus since their last album, 'Secret Voyage', marking a period of reflection and creative revival for the duo.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Loreena McKennitt· Clannad· Enya
- If this clicks, go next to
- All Our Yesterdays — Continues the whimsical storytelling and folk elements in a fresh way.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Think It’s Going to Rain Today 3:54
- 2 Troika 3:30
- 3 The Last Leaf 4:05
- 4 Lady in Black 5:48
- 5 Minstrels in the Hall 2:38
- 6 Temple of the King 4:26
- 7 Dancer and the Moon 4:55
- 8 Galliard 2:00
- 9 The Ashgrove 2:21
- 10 Somewhere Over the Sea (The Moon Is Shining) 4:07
- 11 The Moon Is Shining (Somewhere Over the Sea) 6:19
- 12 The Spinner’s Tale 3:30
- 13 Carry On... Jon 5:37
What to play next
All Our Yesterdays
2015
Continues the whimsical storytelling and folk elements in a fresh way.
Autumn Sky
2010
Sets the stage with similar atmospheric melodies and themes.
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