Released 12 years ago this June
The Dancing Marquis
Marc Almond · 2014
45 min · 10 tracks · new wave · dark cabaret
A theatrical blend of dark cabaret and pop, laced with haunting melodies and introspective lyrics.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- theatrical narratives with emotional depth
- wave-like pacing with varied intensity
- haunting melodies for introspective moments
- danceable tracks for social gatherings
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking straightforward, upbeat tracks
- prefering long instrumental pieces
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2014, 'The Dancing Marquis' is Marc Almond's first studio album in over a decade, following the 2007 release of 'Heart on Snow'. By this time, Almond had established himself as a notable figure in the dark cabaret genre, building on his eclectic career that began with Soft Cell in the early '80s. This album marked a significant return to form, showcasing his continued evolution as an artist.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Soft Cell· David Bowie· The Sisters of Mercy
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Dancing Marquis 3:46
- 2 Burn Bright 3:25
- 3 Tasmanian Tiger 4:22
- 4 Worship Me Now 3:01
- 5 Love Is Not On Trial 4:01
- 6 Death of a Dandy 4:50
- 7 So What's Tonight? 4:14
- 8 Idiot Dancing 4:36
- 9 Worship Me Now (Starcluster Remix) 5:43
- 10 Worship Me Now (Spatial Awareness Remix) 7:44
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