Riding a Black Unicorn Down the Side of an Erupting Volcano While Drinking from a Chalice Filled with the Laughter of Small Children!
Aurelio Voltaire · 2011
41 min · 9 tracks · dark cabaret
A whimsical blend of dark cabaret and theatrical storytelling set against a backdrop of gothic instrumentation.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical storytelling with dark humor
- steady mid-tempo narrative flow
- theatrical vibes for performance lovers
- carnival atmosphere with gothic flair
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward, simple melodies
- dislike theatrical or whimsical styles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Riding a Black Unicorn...' was released in 2011, Aurelio Voltaire was already an established figure in the dark cabaret scene, known for his unique fusion of humor and horror. This album marked his fourth studio release, following 'The Devil's Bris' in 2007, showcasing his continued evolution as an artist blending eclectic influences with theatrical flair.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Tiger Lillies· Lydia Lunch· Sopor Aeternus & the Ensemble of Shadows
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Riding a Black Unicorn... 5:06
- 2 Innocent 4:47
- 3 The Mechanical Girl 3:51
- 4 The Straight Razor Cabaret 3:27
- 5 Don't Go By the River 4:30
- 6 The Dirtiest Song that Ain't 4:48
- 7 Cathouse Tragedy 4:27
- 8 Oh Lord (Wake the Dead) 6:32
- 9 When the Circus Came to Town 4:18
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