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Content

Gang of Four · 2011

38 min · 11 tracks · punk

A sharp blend of post-punk rhythms and biting social commentary wrapped in an energetic modern production.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo engagement
  • biting social commentary reflections
  • earworm hooks for active listening
  • energetic flow for social settings

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking slow, atmospheric pieces
  • prefer standalone singles experience

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Content' was released in 2011, Gang of Four was re-establishing themselves after a hiatus that lasted over a decade. This album marked their first studio release since 1995's 'Shrinking Violet', showcasing a band navigating contemporary sounds while staying true to their punk roots.
Stylistic neighbors
Wire· The Fall· Joy Division

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 She Said ‘You Made a Thing of Me’ 3:50
  • 2 You Don’t Have to Be Mad 3:16
  • 3 Who Am I? 3:35
  • 4 I Can’t Forget Your Lonely Face 3:57
  • 5 You’ll Never Pay for the Farm 3:53
  • 6 I Party All the Time 3:43
  • 7 A Fruitfly in the Beehive 3:45
  • 8 It Was Never Gonna Turn Out Too Good 2:49
  • 9 Do as I Say 3:26
  • 10 I Can See From Far Away 2:59
  • 11 Second Life 3:45

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