When the banjo rings out with The Dead South, there’s not a trace of cosy campfire romance. The four musicians from Regina, Canada, blend traditional bluegrass sounds with dark tales, driving rhythms and black humour. Using acoustic instruments, they generate a rousing energy that one would more readily expect from a rock band.
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The Dead South
After forming in 2012, the band achieved their international breakthrough in 2014 with the song “In Hell I’ll Be in Good Company” from their debut album “Good Company”. The accompanying music video became an internet sensation. The Dead South won a JUNO Award for their second album, “Illusion & Doubt” (2016). With “Sugar & Joy” (2019) and “Chains & Stakes” (2024), they consistently developed their sound further.
On 5 March 2027, their fifth studio album, “Silence, Please”, recorded at Abbey Road Studios in London, will be released. The new songs promise a darker, more powerful and faster-paced blend of banjo, mandolin, cello and guitar, complemented by influences from doom metal.
Alongside their unmistakable sound, the band’s distinctive hats and coordinated stage outfits have long been part of the Canadians’ image. Fast-paced instrumental passages, harmonised vocals and macabre stories with a touch of humour characterise their performances and captivate audiences far beyond the bluegrass scene.
On the “Silence, Please Tour 2027”, new tracks will be performed alongside familiar songs, ensuring high-energy concert evenings. In November 2027, The Dead South will be coming to Berlin for a concert and will be presenting their new album live here too.
Dates
November 2027
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