The Serpent's Egg is the fourth studio album by Dead Can Dance, released in 1988. It marked a significant shift in their sound, moving towards a more orchestral and atmospheric direction.
- The album was recorded atirtir studio in England.
- The album features a notable collaboration with the strings of the London Contempo Orchestra.
- "The Serpent's Egg" reached number 12 on the UK Independent Albums Chart.
Dead Can Dance is the duo of Lisa Gerrard and Brendan Perry, based in Australia and later the UK, known for their unique blend of world music, darkwave, and ethereal soundscapes. In 1988, with "The Serpent's Egg," they had moved past their earlier, more gothic-influenced sound and were solidifying their distinct approach to neofolk and ethereal wave.
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