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.
Why this album works
'The Dancing Marquis' received positive reviews and was noted for its exploration of themes like identity and mortality against a backdrop of lush arrangements. The album's single 'Worship Me Now' gained traction within the alternative music scene, reflecting Almond's enduring influence on contemporary pop and cabaret performers.
- Best for
- theatrical narratives with emotional depth wave-like pacing with varied intensity haunting melodies for introspective moments
- 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
- John Lennon· Ringo Starr· Bee Gees· Phil Collins· John Cale· Bonnie Tyler· Fleetwood Mac· Sheena Easton
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Dancing Marquis Standout 3:46
- 2 Burn Bright Standout 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 Standout 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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