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White Lies

Deine Lakaien · 2002

56 min · 12 tracks · dark wave

Ethereal soundscapes intertwine with melancholic vocals, creating a haunting exploration of love and loss.

White Lies is an album by Deine Lakaien, released in 2002. Ethereal soundscapes intertwine with melancholic vocals, creating a haunting exploration of love and loss. 'White Lies' received critical acclaim for its innovative blend of dark wave and pop influences, reaching number 31 on the German Albums Chart. The album's introspective lyrics and lush arrangements set a precedent for future releases in the genre, influencing both contemporaries and emerging artists within the dark electronic music scene. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does White Lies sound like?

Ethereal soundscapes intertwine with melancholic vocals, creating a haunting exploration of love and loss. Rooted in dark wave.

What makes White Lies by Deine Lakaien notable?

'White Lies' received critical acclaim for its innovative blend of dark wave and pop influences, reaching number 31 on the German Albums Chart. The album's introspective lyrics and lush arrangements set a precedent for future releases in the genre, influencing both contemporaries and emerging artists within the dark electronic music scene. Released in 2002, 'White Lies' is the fifth studio album by Deine Lakaien, marking a period of mature exploration following their breakthrough with 'Darker Than Silence' in 1997. At this point, the duo had already established themselves in the dark wave genre, yet this album reflects a refined sound that incorporates more diverse elements while maintaining their signature atmospheric style.

How many songs are on White Lies?

White Lies has 12 tracks, running approximately 56 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·56:17

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Wunderbar Standout 4:13
  • 2 Generators 4:45
  • 3 Where You Are 4:10
  • 4 Prayer Standout 4:57
  • 5 Stupid 3:46
  • 6 Kiss 4:00
  • 7 Silence in Your Eyes 4:37
  • 8 Hands White (Mane bianchi) 5:52
  • 9 Lost 5:59
  • 10 Fleeting 4:05
  • 11 Life Is a Sexually Transmitted Disease Standout 5:03
  • 12 One Minus One 4:44

Release Date

January 1, 2002

Genre

dark wave

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Artist Origin

Germany

Runtime

56 min 17 sec