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Dark cabaret

Dark cabaret is a music genre that emerged in Europe in the 1980s. It is usually classed as a form of popular music and cabaret. Explore key artists and related styles.

About Dark cabaret

Dark cabaret is a music genre that emerged in Europe in the 1980s. It is usually classed as a form of popular music and cabaret.

Artists closely associated with the genre include Emilie Autumn and Marc Almond.

From Wikipedia

Dark cabaret is a music genre that draws on the aesthetics of burlesque, vaudeville and Weimar-era cabaret, generally played by groups with origins in rock music.

Genre family tree

Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Dark cabaret.

Key artists

  • Emilie Autumn
  • Marc Almond

Related genres

Frequently asked questions

What is Dark cabaret?

Dark cabaret is a music genre that emerged in Europe in the 1980s. It is usually classed as a form of popular music and cabaret.

Where and when did Dark cabaret originate?

Dark cabaret originated in Europe in the 1980s.

Who are famous Dark cabaret artists?

Emilie Autumn and Marc Almond.

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