Dead Can Dance - Toward The Within

First released in 1994 and long out of print on vinyl, Toward The Within captures the magic of Dead Can Dance live in concert during their 1993 world tour. Recorded at the historic Mayfair Theater in Santa Monica, California — one of the venue’s final performances before it was badly damaged in the 1994 earthquake — the album stands as both a musical and historical document.

This isn’t just a live greatest-hits set. Alongside reimagined favorites from their six previous studio albums, the performance features twelve songs that had never been recorded before, making it a true treasure for fans. The recording showcases the band’s unique fusion of world music, ethereal soundscapes, and haunting vocals, all delivered with an intensity that only a live setting can capture. More than just a concert, Toward The Within feels like a ritual — a timeless snapshot of Dead Can Dance at the height of their creative powers.