Cities in Dust
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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —7 tracks · 3:44
About this song
Cities in Dust by Siouxsie and the Banshees is in A# minor (estimated), around 120 BPM, 4/4 time. This 7-track arrangement runs 3:44 (Clavinet, Music box, Vibraphone, Overdriven guitar, Electric bass (pick), and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, a bridge, and an outro. 1 version available to play and practice.
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About the key of A# minor
A# minor is the 19th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are A♯m, D♯m, and Fm.
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Cities in Dust appears on the soundtrack of Atomic Blonde (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack).