Mephisto Walz
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Mephisto Walz are a gothic rock
group formed in 1985. They have an accomplished discography behind them, having released many full-length albums over the course of their career, through Cleopatra Records and other labels. Many of their albums have received high acclaim from the gothic community and stand as early monuments to the movement.
. Barry gathered an impressive line-up and later added Christianna on vocals, helping to mold a unique and classic goth sound.
The band's brooding atmospheres, melodic hooks, ethereal voices, washy guitars, and distinct production distinguished Mephisto Walz as a prominent and evolving act within the genre. Today, the amalgamation of these elements are what have established Mephisto Walz as a legendary band for their contributions to the death rock
genre and as an inspiration for many other contemporary gothic rock artists.
Gothic rock
Gothic rock is a musical subgenre of post-punk and alternative rock that formed during the late 1970s. Gothic rock bands grew from the strong ties they had to the English punk rock and emerging post-punk scenes...
group formed in 1985. They have an accomplished discography behind them, having released many full-length albums over the course of their career, through Cleopatra Records and other labels. Many of their albums have received high acclaim from the gothic community and stand as early monuments to the movement.
History
Mephisto Walz was formed by Barry Galvin, in 1985, following his departure from the influential gothic group, Christian DeathChristian Death
Christian Death is an American deathrock band formed in Los Angeles, California in 1979. The band was founded and fronted by Rozz Williams. Christian Death is most notable for their first album Only Theatre of Pain....
. Barry gathered an impressive line-up and later added Christianna on vocals, helping to mold a unique and classic goth sound.
The band's brooding atmospheres, melodic hooks, ethereal voices, washy guitars, and distinct production distinguished Mephisto Walz as a prominent and evolving act within the genre. Today, the amalgamation of these elements are what have established Mephisto Walz as a legendary band for their contributions to the death rock
Deathrock
Deathrock is a term used to identify a sub-genre of punk rock incorporating horror elements and spooky atmospherics, that emerged on the West Coast of the United States in 1979.-Characteristics:...
genre and as an inspiration for many other contemporary gothic rock artists.
Albums
- 1992: Crocosmia
- 1993: Terra Regina
- 1994: The Eternal Deep
- 1995: Thalia
- 1998: Immersion
- 2004: InsidiousInsidious (Mephisto Walz album)Insidious is the 5th full-length album by Mephisto Walz. All the tracks on this album were arranged, recorded, mixed, written and produced by Barry Galvin...
- 2011: IIIrd Incarnation
Exclusive tracks appearing on compilations
- Gothik: Music From The Dark Side – Mephisto Walz
- Gothic Erotica – Israel
- Dancing On Your Grave – Facade
- Künstler Zum 13. Wave-Gotik-Treffen – Before These Crimes
- Sonic Seducer – Cold Hands Seduction Vol. 39 – One Day Less
- Strobe Lights Vol. 2 – Hunter's Trail (Strobe Light Mix)
- Kaliffornian Deathrock – Eternal Deep
- Virgin Voices - Skin (Madonna cover)