Dead Can Dance

Overview

Brendan Perry and Lisa Gerrard first met thirty-one years ago - in a Melbourne street in the middle of the night. Just teenagers at the time, they discovered themselves to be united by a common intention – the pursuit of creative vision without compromise.

Experiments with ancient folk melodies and tribal polyrhythms led to the construction of haunting soundscapes, over which Perry's rich, solemn baritone interwove with Gerrard's soaring multi-octaves. Dead Can Dance became one of the most successful acts on 4AD's books.

In 1998, the duo parted ways. Last year's release, Anastasis, is aptly titled ('Anastasis' is Greek for 'resurrection') given that its their first LP in sixteen years.

The passing of time has in no way weakened the mutually creative force that drives Dead Can Dance. Anastasis has topped World Music charts all over the globe with its otherworldly harmonies and unconventional instrumentation, which includes the bouzouki, the yangqin and the Hang.

Dead Can Dance last performed in Australia twenty years ago. It's no surprise that their first show at the Sydney Opera House has already sold out.

The good news is that a second show is scheduled and standing room tickets are available for just $20.

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