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Ward XVI came out of the American gothic-industrial scene in the early 2000s. Ben and Erin Graves led the band, which was influenced by post-punk, darkwave, and electronic industrial music. Their theatrical style mixes music with performance art. Their early releases, like The Murder of Love EP (2007), got a lot of attention for their moody synths and cinematic storytelling. They became leaders in the gothic-industrial subculture because of this unique style.

Ward XVI's 2009 album Love Is Dead was a big step forward for the band. It made it onto gothic charts and festival lineups like Wave-Gotik-Treffen (2010). Critics liked songs like "Doll" and "Crimson." Working with artists like Project Pitchfork helped them reach more people, and their live shows earned them several "Best Live Act" awards in gothic music polls, which solidified their reputation for shows that are immersive and darkly atmospheric.

Ward XVI has put out Humanity in Pieces (2021) in the last few years and still plays at big gothic and industrial festivals in the U.S. and Europe. Fans come to see hits like "Revenant" and "The Witching Hour" live, with elaborate costumes and stage effects. Get your Ward XVI tickets on Yadara now to see this theatrical industrial powerhouse up close, whether at small venues or big festival stages.


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