Dead Can Dance - Avatar

Review by Eric Tung

Dead Can Dance's "Avatar" is a hauntingly beautiful album that showcases the band's unique blend of world music, ambient, and gothic rock. Released in 2004, this album features a collection of songs that are both mesmerizing and melancholic, with Lisa Gerrard's ethereal vocals and Brendan Perry's deep baritone voice creating a powerful contrast.

The album opens with "Nierika," a track that sets the tone for the rest of the album with its tribal drumming, haunting melodies, and otherworldly chanting. "Opium" is another standout track, with its hypnotic rhythms and Perry's poetic lyrics about addiction and redemption.

Other notable tracks include "Tempest," a dark and brooding song that builds to a crescendo of spine-tingling vocals and instrumentation, and "All in Good Time," a more upbeat and optimistic track that features Gerrard's soaring vocals.

Summary by Eric Tung

"Avatar" is a masterful album that showcases Dead Can Dance's unique sound and artistic vision. It's a must-listen for fans of world music, gothic rock, and ambient music, and a great introduction for those who are new to the band.