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Dogs Blood Rising

Current 93 · 1984

45 min · 6 tracks · neofolk

A haunting blend of ritualistic soundscapes and unsettling lyrical imagery that immerses listeners in a surreal experience.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • haunting ritualistic soundscapes
  • immersive surreal listening experience
  • unsettling lyrical imagery exploration

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking immediate gratification
  • prefer straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

Themes
ritualistic decay· surreal landscapes· provocative transformation
Career context
When 'Dogs Blood Rising' was released in 1984, Current 93 was still establishing its presence in the neofolk genre, following their debut album, 'Nature Unveiled.' This sophomore effort marked a pivotal moment as David Tibet began to refine his artistic vision, incorporating darker themes and more complex arrangements that would define the band's future trajectory.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Christus Christus (The Shells Have Cracked) 3:03
  • 2 Falling Back in Fields of Rape 14:40
  • 3 From the Broken Cross, Locusts 6:04
  • 4 Raio No Terrasu (Jesus Wept) 13:56
  • 5 St. Peter's Keys All Bloody 2:20
  • 6 Dogs Blood Rising 4:58

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