Essential dark pop listening

The albums that define dark pop.

Our picks for where to start with dark pop — with a one-line read on why each one matters.

The dark pop essentials

Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.

Remix XL

Mylène Farmer

Remix XL

A vibrant collection of remixes that reimagines Mylène Farmer's iconic hits through fresh, contemporary electronic beats.

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Désobéissance

Mylène Farmer

Désobéissance

An atmospheric blend of dark pop and ethereal wave that navigates themes of rebellion and introspection.

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Live 2019

Mylène Farmer

Live 2019

A dynamic blend of ethereal synths and emotive vocals, capturing Mylène Farmer's theatrical essence in a live setting.

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Plus grandir

Mylène Farmer

Plus grandir

Ethereal synths and haunting melodies envelop introspective lyrics that explore the complexities of growth and identity.

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L'Emprise

Mylène Farmer

L'Emprise

Ethereal melodies intertwine with dark pop beats, creating an introspective soundscape steeped in emotional depth.

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Innamoramento

Mylène Farmer

Innamoramento

A lush tapestry of dark pop and ethereal soundscapes entwined with introspective lyrics and hypnotic melodies.

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Bleu noir

Mylène Farmer

Bleu noir

A haunting blend of ethereal synths and introspective lyrics that echo themes of love and loss.

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What Happened to the Heart?

AURORA

What Happened to the Heart?

Ethereal synths intertwine with haunting vocals, creating a dreamlike soundscape that explores the depths of emotion and identity.

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All My Demons Greeting Me as a Friend

AURORA

All My Demons Greeting Me as a Friend

Ethereal vocals weave through haunting melodies, blending pop sensibilities with Nordic folk influences.

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Fallen Angel

Ari Abdul

Fallen Angel

Ari Abdul combines punchy beats and haunting melodies to explore themes of vulnerability and desire.

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Interstellaires

Mylène Farmer

Interstellaires

Ethereal synths and haunting vocals intertwine, creating a dreamlike landscape of dark pop exploration.

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Mylenium Tour

Mylène Farmer

Mylenium Tour

Ethereal synths and haunting melodies intertwine with emotive vocals, creating a captivating live experience.

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Anamorphosée

Mylène Farmer

Anamorphosée

Dark synths and haunting vocals intertwine, creating an ethereal pop landscape that captivates and enchants.

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Point de suture

Mylène Farmer

Point de suture

A blend of dark pop and ethereal melodies layered over pulsating beats, evoking a sense of longing and introspection.

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Dance Remixes

Mylène Farmer

Dance Remixes

Mylène Farmer's remixes blend haunting vocals with driving dance beats and ethereal synths for an immersive club experience.

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Cendres de Lune

Mylène Farmer

Cendres de Lune

Gothic pop melodies entwined with ethereal synths and introspective lyrics create a hauntingly beautiful sonic landscape.

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Nº5 on Tour

Mylène Farmer

Nº5 on Tour

A captivating blend of ethereal melodies and dark pop beats that exemplifies Mylène Farmer's artistic vision.

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Nevermore

Mylène Farmer

Nevermore

A haunting blend of ethereal pop and introspective lyrics enveloped in lush synth landscapes.

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Live à Bercy

Mylène Farmer

Live à Bercy

A theatrical blend of haunting melodies and pulsating beats that captures Mylène Farmer's magnetic stage presence.

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L'Autre…

Mylène Farmer

L'Autre…

Ethereal pop melodies intertwine with dark, introspective lyrics and haunting vocal delivery throughout this atmospheric journey.

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Monkey Me

Mylène Farmer

Monkey Me

A haunting blend of ethereal pop and introspective lyrics wrapped in atmospheric synths.

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Avant que l'ombre…

Mylène Farmer

Avant que l'ombre…

An ethereal blend of dark pop and synth-driven melodies wrapped in introspective lyrics and haunting vocals.

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Ainsi soit je…

Mylène Farmer

Ainsi soit je…

A haunting blend of synth-driven pop and dark wave, wrapped in poetic lyricism and theatricality.

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Timeless 2013

Mylène Farmer

Timeless 2013

A lush blend of ethereal pop and dark wave, enveloping listeners in haunting melodies and introspective lyrics.

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