A collaboration between
Rozz Williams and former
Christian Death bandmate
Gitane Demone,
Dream Home Heartache obviously takes its name from the
Roxy Music chestnut "In Every Dream Home a Heartache," which is both the opening and closing track. In between,
Williams and
Demone also tackle
Jimi Hendrix's "Manic Depression" (which unfortunately doesn't come off well at all), as well as five tracks of their own. The overall sound is on the pretty side of goth, with delicate piano, accordion, and tasteful synthesizers supporting
Williams and
Demone's cabaret-influenced vocals.
Demone's two contributions, "These Vulnerable Eyes" and the nearly a cappella "Moon Without a Tear," are the album's highlights, but
Williams acquits himself well on his own songs, adopting a
Scott Walker-like voice that suits the darkly sardonic material well. This is quite possibly
Williams' most appealing work outside of
Christian Death.