Mephisto Walz are a gothic rock group formed in 1985. They have an accomplished discography behind them, having released many full-length albums over the course of their career, through Cleopatra Records and other labels. Many of their albums have received high acclaim from the gothic community and stand as early monuments to the movement. Mephisto Walz was formed by Barry Galvin, in 1985, following his departure from the influential gothic group, Christian Death.