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THE REVIEW
I wanted to challenge the arrogance of the usual scribblers, money in hand. I ignored their judgments and, convinced, I bought a record they considered mediocre.
When you want to be contrary, however, you also have to be able to face the consequences of such behavior. In fact, I remained silent and did not rage against anyone. But I decided to torment you.
Well: the wordsmiths were right. The latest chapter of Dead Can Dance turns out to be a decidedly tired album, full of trivial ideas, of "new age" syrup (more in intention than in music, mind you!) and an apologist of low-level sonic cosmopolitanism.
As usual: excellent production, excellent musicians, excellent Lisa and excellent Brendan.
But what emerges is no longer the "gothic" arcane mystery of chapters like "Spleen And Ideal" or "Serpent's Egg," nor is it the mature musical landing of "Aion." Alas, almost everything is lost.
Only a sense of boredom and mental/artistic stagnation: this is essentially what "Spiritchaser" communicates.
Do I need to analyze the songs that disappointed me the most? No, it seems pointless.
I can only tell you that you will find lengthy compositions like "Song Of The Stars," "relaxing" tracks (what a mediocre term!) like "Nierikia" or "Song Of Dispossessed," some certainly enchanting moments (I think of "Indus"); but it all ends here. So does the recording career of the Anglo-Australian band.
Things had already changed with the previous records. It was not, as even the rocks knew, the tormented souls who composed the unforgettable debut. True. But do yourself a favor: stay away from it.
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The review criticizes Dead Can Dance's album Spiritchaser as tired and uninspired despite excellent musicianship and production. It highlights the loss of the band's earlier gothic mystery and maturity. Some moments are noted as enchanting, but overall, the album fails to energize. The reviewer advises listeners to avoid the album and signals it as the end of the band's creative recording career.Tracklist Lyrics Videos
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Dead Can Dance
Dead Can Dance are an Anglo-Australian musical duo led by Lisa Gerrard and Brendan Perry, known for evolving from post-punk/gothic roots into orchestral, medieval and world-music-influenced sound worlds.26 Reviews
