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The Dutch masters of horror are back with their most flamboyant album so far. On Dance and Laugh amongst the Rotten, Carach Angren are painting musical pictures that easily combine the grandiose depth of a Rembrandt with Van Gogh's maelstrom of whirling colors and the utter madness of Bosch. This lusciously seductive danse macabre will drag you in and never let go.
Carach Angren have employed all the sonic colors on their palette to dazzling effect. Their trademark whipping guitars are weaving harsh melodies and sinister soundscapes, which are beautifully contrasted by opulent keyboards and majestic orchestrations. That Till Lindemann (Rammstein) and Peter Tägtgren (Pain) have called upon the composition talent of Clemens "Ardek" Wijers is a telling sign of his outstanding mastery of the craft. Another signatory counterpoint is provided by Seregor's fierce rasping and shrieking vocals. Adding to the impact, Namtar has become a relentless driving force with his hart hitting yet intricate drumming. Each track on this album is a highlight on its own, while combined Dance and Laugh amongst the Rotten simply shines.
With Dance and Laugh amongst the Rotten, Carach Angren are returning to "pure" storytelling with episodes that are centered on a girl playing a little too long with her Ouija board. The Dutchmen have pushed their unashamedly theatric style to a new intense height. Drop the needle and unleash these radiant ghosts into your home...