Into the Labyrinth
Dead Can Dance · 1993
55 min · 11 tracks · ethereal wave · neoclassical dark wave
A haunting blend of ethereal vocals and global instrumentation traversing the boundaries of time and culture.
Why this album works
'Into the Labyrinth' received positive critical acclaim, solidifying Dead Can Dance's place within the neoclassical dark wave genre. It notably reached number 33 on the UK Albums Chart, helping to expand their audience and influence subsequent artists in the ethereal wave movement.
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys atmospheric background focus
- Context
- By the time 'Into the Labyrinth' was released in 1993, Dead Can Dance had already established themselves with their previous albums, especially the critically acclaimed 'Within the Realm of a Dying Sun' in 1987. This album marked a significant evolution in their sound, incorporating more world music influences, reflecting their artistic growth and exploration of diverse musical traditions.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Midnight Syndicate· Lisa Gerrard· Arditi
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Yulunga (Spirit Dance) Standout 6:55
- 2 The Ubiquitous Mr. Lovegrove Standout 6:16
- 3 The Wind That Shakes the Barley 2:49
- 4 The Carnival Is Over 5:28
- 5 Ariadne 1:53
- 6 Saldek 1:07
- 7 Towards the Within 7:06
- 8 Tell Me About the Forest (You Once Called Home) 5:42
- 9 The Spider’s Stratagem 6:42
- 10 Emmeleia 2:04
- 11 How Fortunate the Man With None Standout 9:15
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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