Hello Death

Hello Death is a Milwaukee-based experimental folk collective known for their hauntingly beautiful blend of dark, poetic storytelling and genre-defying soundscapes. Formed around 2010, the band features core members Marielle Allschwang (vocals, violin), Dan Canaday (vocals, guitar), Nathaniel Heuer (vocals, upright bass), and Erin Wolf (vocals, keyboards), whose layered harmonies and eerie instrumentation create a sound that’s equal parts chamber folk, gothic Americana, and avant-garde curiosity. Their work, including releases like *For Those With Many Hearts* and *Remnants*, often explores themes of mortality, love, and existential reflection, delivered with a raw, theatrical edge that feels both timeless and unsettlingly modern.

Hello Death’s live performances are legendary in their local scene, blending intimate acoustic moments with chaotic, cathartic swells that leave audiences spellbound. While they’ve maintained a fiercely DIY ethos rooted in Milwaukee’s creative community, their music—like the stark winter-night atmosphere of *On a Quiet Winter Night*—carries a universal resonance, appealing to fans of Leonard Cohen’s depth, Tom Waits’ grit, and the unclassifiable weirdness of acts like The Residents. Their self-titled album *Hello Death* (2023) reaffirms their commitment to pushing boundaries while staying true to their collaborative, genre-melting roots.