Death In June - 30th Anniversary Tour Live

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Review by Salifou Adamou

Album Review: Death In June – 30th Anniversary Tour Live (2012) Death In June’s 30th Anniversary Tour Live is a sprawling, atmospheric journey through the band's storied history. Released in 2012 under Valkrie Records, this live album captures the raw essence of their neofolk sound while showcasing why they remain an enduring force within the broader rock genre. With over 40 tracks, it’s not just an album—it’s an experience, one that demands patience but rewards listeners with moments of haunting beauty and unsettling intensity. The setlist spans decades of material, pulling from various phases of Death In June’s career. While every track carries its own weight, two stood out to me as particularly memorable: “Leopard Flowers” and “Symbols Of The Sun.” “Leopard Flowers,” which opens the album, feels like stepping into a dimly lit room where shadows stretch longer than they should. It’s got this hypnotic rhythm that pulls you in without asking permission. The interplay between acoustic guitar and industrial undertones creates a tension that never quite resolves—like waiting for something ominous to happen but finding solace in the anticipation itself. You don’t just hear this song; you feel it crawl under your skin. On the flip side, “Symbols Of The Sun” hits differently. This one’s more stripped-down, almost meditative. There’s a sense of ritual here, as if the music itself is conducting some secret ceremony. The vocals are delivered with a kind of weary authority, like someone whispering truths only they understand. By the time the track fades out, you’re left wondering what exactly you’ve witnessed—and whether you want to hear it again. What makes 30th Anniversary Tour Live compelling isn’t just the music itself but how it reflects Death In June’s evolution. They’ve always walked a fine line between accessibility and alienation, crafting songs that challenge as much as they comfort. Tracks like “Hollows Of Devotion” or “Peaceful Snow” remind us of their ability to blend melody with dissonance, creating something both familiar and foreign. Of course, sitting through all 40+ tracks requires commitment. Some sections drag, and there are moments when the production feels rough around the edges—but maybe that’s part of the charm. After all, perfection has never been Death In June’s goal. Instead, they offer authenticity, even when it’s uncomfortable. In reflecting on this album, I can’t help but think about how rare it is for bands to survive three decades without losing their edge—or at least trading it for commercial success. Death In June hasn’t done either. If anything, they’ve doubled down on being unapologetically themselves. And honestly? That’s kinda badass. So yeah, give this album a spin if you’re into stuff that messes with your head in the best way possible. Just don’t expect easy answers or catchy hooks. What you’ll get instead is an invitation to explore the darker corners of human emotion—and trust me, those places ain’t half bad once you get used to ‘em.

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Artist: Death In June
Album: 30th Anniversary Tour Live

Table of Contents

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Death Of A Man
Luther's Army
She Said Destroy
The Maverick Chamber
Torture By Roses
Life Under Siege
Heaven Street
But, What Ends When The Symbols Shatter ?
Leper Lord
Fields Of Rape
The Honour Of Silence
Rose Clouds Of Deutsche Bollocks
Omen-Filled Season
Bring In The Night
Fall Apart
Little Black Angel
Giddy Giddy Carousel
Come Before Christ And Murder Love
C'Est Un Rêve
Kameradschaft
Symbols Of The Sun
Hullo Angel
Till The Living Flesh Is Burned
Tick Tock
Hollows Of Devotion
To Drown A Rose
Good Mourning Sun
Rocking Horse Night
All Pigs Must Die
Rose Clouds Of Holocaust
The Mourner's Bench
He's Disabled
The Golden Wedding Of Sorrow
Smashed To Bits
Wolf Rose
Death Is The Martyr Of Beauty
Ku Ku Ku
Leopard Flowers
Runes And Men
Death Of The West
Peaceful Snow
Because Of Him

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Catalog Numbers

2012 - V4

Labels

Valkrie

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Formats

  • 6 × DVDr
  • Limited Edition
  • Unofficial Release 4 × CDr
  • Unofficial Release

Companies

RoleCompany
Recorded AtWiesenhaus, Eisleben

Notes

  • 30th Anniversary Tour Live 10-discs boxset recorded during the 2011 european tour.
  • It includes the two complete german concerts performed in 2011 on audio and video,
  • with selected songs from other european concerts on video.
  • A satirical version of "Rose Clouds Of Holocaust" is performed in Eisleben.
  • Limited edition of 50 handnumbered copies.
  • DVD1 & DVD2, CD1 & CD2 (45 & 45m): complete gig recorded live at the Wiesenhaus, Eisleben, October 22, 2011
  • DVD3 & DVD4, CD3 & CD4 (51 & 52m): complete gig recorded live at the Reithalle, Dresden, December 16, 2011
  • DVD5 (37m): selected songs recorded live at the Underworld, London, December 23, 2011
  • DVD6 (53m): selected songs from various gigs :
  • Tracks 1 & 2 recorded live at the Casa De Lafoes, Lisboa, October 15, 2011
  • Tracks 3 to 8 recorded live at the Steeple, Waregem, October 21, 2011
  • Tracks 9 to 16 recorded live at the Pumpehuset, Kobenhavn, October 23, 2011
  • Tracks 17 & 18 recorded live at the K4, Praha, December 2, 2011
  • Tracks 19 & 20 recorded live at the Klub Progesja, Warszawa, December 15, 2011

About Death In June

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Death In June arose in June 1980 from the ashes of classic '77 British punk band . Guitar player and bassist were joined by drummer . Douglas P. is the solo member of Death In June since 1985. Their music started in the postpunk area and later evolved towards a mixture of acoustic ballads and synth-wave music. Death In June are often credited as the forefathers of the so called "apocalyptic folk" or "neofolk" genre. Current lineup: Douglas P. (Douglas Pearce) - guitar, vocals, percussion, keyboards (1981-present) Former members: Tony Wakeford - vocals, bass (1981-1984) Patrick Leagas - vocals, drums, drum machine, keyboards, trumpet (1981-1985) Richard Butler - keyboards (1983-1984) David Tibet (1984-1985) Former live members: John Murphy - percussion

Real Name

    • Douglas Pearce

Name Vars

  • D.I.J.
  • DIJ
  • Deäth In Jüne
  • Di6
  • Dèäth In Jünè

Members

  • Tony Wakeford
  • Douglas Pearce
  • David Michael Bunting
  • Patrick Leagas
  • John Murphy
  • Richard Butler
  • Matthias Krause

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? The album *30th Anniversary Tour Live* by Death In June is a captivating snapshot of the band's evolution over three decades. Released in 2012 under the Valkrie label, it blends raw energy with haunting neofolk vibes. Tracks like "Leopard Flowers" and "Rose Clouds Of Holocaust" showcase their signature mix of dark poetry and rock roots. It’s not just an album—it’s a journey through the band’s legacy, where every song feels like a chapter from their storied past.