The Tear Garden

Psychedelic/Experimental Music Project

The Tear Garden is a collaborative project between cEvin Key of the industrial band Skinny Puppy and Edward Ka-Spel of the psychedelic rock band The Legendary Pink Dots. Formed in the mid-1980s, The Tear Garden represents a fusion of the two artists' distinctive styles, blending elements of electronic music with psychedelic and experimental sounds. Their work often features atmospheric soundscapes, haunting melodies, and abstract lyrical content. Over the years, they have garnered a cult following and have released several albums, including "Tired Eyes Slowly Burning" (1987), which was their debut release and featured contributions from other members of Skinny Puppy. The Tear Garden's discography spans multiple decades, showcasing their evolution as artists and their willingness to explore new sonic territories. Their collaboration has been sporadic, fitting around their work with their primary bands, but each release is typically met with anticipation from fans of experimental and industrial music.