Released 20 years ago
Liar/Dead Is the New Alive
Emilie Autumn · 2006
63 min · 14 tracks · classical music
A haunting blend of classical instrumentation and dark cabaret aesthetics overlaid with industrial electronica and dramatic vocals.
Top tracks — play these first
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Liar — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of deception and turmoil through its dynamic shifts between ethereal melodies and aggressive beats.
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Dead Is the New Alive — This song exemplifies Autumn's signature blend of classical influences with electronic elements, providing a commentary on life and death wrapped in a catchy chorus.
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Mad Girl — Featuring a whimsical yet disturbing narrative, this track showcases Autumn’s lyrical prowess and ability to merge humor with darker themes.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The blend of classical and industrial elements creates a unique sound, though remix tracks affect overall cohesion.
What we noticed
- The EP closes with two tracks that shift to a more introspective tone, contrasting with the earlier intensity.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- theatrical and haunting melodies
- wave-like pacing for exploration
- dynamic themes of identity
- dark undertones with playful elements
- club mixes for dance energy
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 2006, Liar/Dead Is the New Alive marked Emilie Autumn's first major studio album after her debut, Enchant, which gained her a cult following. This album solidified her unique style, blending various musical genres while establishing her as a prominent figure in the dark cabaret scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lindsey Stirling· Amanda Palmer· Florence + the Machine
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Liar 5:59
- 2 Dead Is the New Alive 5:01
- 3 Mad Girl 4:12
- 4 Best Safety Lies in Fear 2:53
- 5 In the Lake 3:59
- 6 Let It Die 3:15
- 7 Liar (Murder mix) 5:47
- 8 Liar (Manic Depressive mix) 4:55
- 9 Liar (Machine mix) 3:55
- 10 Liar (Medical mix) 5:26
- 11 Dead Is the New Alive (Velvet Acid Christ club mix) 5:06
- 12 Dead Is the New Alive (Manipulator mix) 5:09
- 13 Thank God I'm Pretty 3:55
- 14 Unlaced 3:32
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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