''VI'' is the sixth studio album by English

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The Danse Society The Danse Society are an English gothic rock band, formed in Barnsley in 1980. They were originally active until 1987, reforming in 2011. They achieved moderate success during their career. Their lineup included Steve Rawlings (vocals), Paul ...

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movement in the 1980s released this studio album in September 2015, through the band's own record label, Society. The album was released in a limited edition red vinyl and CD, including lyrics and artwork to each song. The album was re-issued in September 2016 as a deluxe version with the addition of the bonus tracks 'Sound of Silence' and 'If I were Jesus'

Track listing

Critical reception

'Punk-Online' said; "The Danse Society have matured from the goth style band of the eighties into a powerful five piece mixing music genre’s that takes your breath away. It’s more melodic than previous albums but still has that punk edge." Intavenous Magazine said of the album; "The album is reminiscent of Siouxsie and the Banshee's 'Hyena' with its sinister and dark intent, giving way to downright beautiful refrains. " "Whilst 'VI' sits well within their previous catalogue, it isn't afraid to stretch and move beyond the strict interpretations of the genre, probably a function of the fresh injection of blood that occurred prior to the recording".

Personnel

* Iain Hunter – drums * Paul Nash – guitar, * Maethelyiah – vocals * Sam Bollands – keyboards * Jack Cooper - Bass

References

External links

The Danse Society official website

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