Care
Shriekback · 1983
39 min · 10 tracks · post-punk
A rhythmic exploration of post-punk's darker edges, blending funk grooves with haunting melodies.
Care is an album by Shriekback, released in 1983. A rhythmic exploration of post-punk's darker edges, blending funk grooves with haunting melodies. 'Care' gained attention for its innovative fusion of genres, charting on the UK Albums Chart and influencing subsequent bands within the post-punk and new wave movements. The standout track 'My Spine (Is the Bassline)' became a club favorite, showcasing the band's ability to merge danceable rhythms with introspective lyrics. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Care sound like?
A rhythmic exploration of post-punk's darker edges, blending funk grooves with haunting melodies. Rooted in post-punk.
What makes Care by Shriekback notable?
'Care' gained attention for its innovative fusion of genres, charting on the UK Albums Chart and influencing subsequent bands within the post-punk and new wave movements. The standout track 'My Spine (Is the Bassline)' became a club favorite, showcasing the band's ability to merge danceable rhythms with introspective lyrics. Released in 1983, 'Care' was Shriekback's debut album, emerging from the ashes of previous projects involving members Barry Andrews and Dave Allen. At this point, the band was navigating the experimental landscape of post-punk, carving out their unique sound while establishing their identity after a series of lineup changes.
How many songs are on Care?
Care has 10 tracks, running approximately 39 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Lined Up Standout 3:50
- 2 Cleartrails 3:45
- 3 Accretions 4:12
- 4 My Spine (Is the Bassline) Standout 4:01
- 5 Into Method 4:26
- 6 Brink of Collapse 4:05
- 7 Petulant 3:58
- 8 Sway 3:55
- 9 Lines From the Library 3:42
- 10 Evaporation Standout 3:20
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