Black Tape for a Blue Girl is an American darkwave musical project formed in 1986 by Sam Rosenthal, who is also the founder of the Projekt Records label. Blending ethereal, ambient and neoclassical elements with introspective, poetical lyrics, the band has carved out a unique niche within the gothic and dark ambient genres. Their work is characterized by its cinematic depth and emotional resonance, often exploring themes of love, loss, and existential yearning.

Over the course of more than three decades, Black Tape for a Blue Girl has evolved in terms of membership and musical direction, with Rosenthal being the constant as the principal songwriter and producer. The band's discography is marked by a consistent release of evocative albums that have helped to define and advance the darkwave genre. Recent releases such as "The Cleft Serpent," a conceptual piece with medieval and serpentine imagery, and "To Touch The Milky Way," which delves into human connections and the vastness of the cosmos, showcase the band’s enduring ability to innovate and express complex emotional landscapes. Additionally, their more experimental endeavors, like "Bastille Day (2022 Serpent Version)" and "A Chaos of Desire (2022 Serpent Version)," demonstrate a willingness to revisit and reimagine past works with fresh interpretations.

Genres

Dark Cabaret

Dark Wave

Ethereal Wave

Gothic Rock

Neoclassical Darkwave

Latest Release

Seven Days Till Sunrise (2024 Mix)

Black Tape For A Blue Girl

Single - Released May 17, 2024