Crackle
Bauhaus · 1998
75 min · 16 tracks · punk · gothic rock
A haunting compilation of Bauhaus's gothic rock sound, blending eerie melodies with dark, theatrical lyrics.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with dynamic peaks
- haunting melodies for introspective moments
- theatrical atmosphere for late nights
- immersive journey through dark themes
- for solitary reflection
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer upbeat, instant gratification
- seek short, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1998, 'Crackle' marked a retrospective look at Bauhaus's influential career during their reunion period. This compilation followed their original breakup in 1983 and showcased their enduring impact on the gothic rock genre. The album encapsulates the band's evolution, featuring both classic tracks and alternate versions that highlight their experimental edge.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Siouxsie and the Banshees· The Cure· Joy Division
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Double Dare 4:53
- 2 In the Flat Field 5:02
- 3 The Passion of Lovers 3:53
- 4 Bela Lugosi’s Dead 9:36
- 5 The Sanity Assassin 4:11
- 6 She’s in Parties (edit) 3:56
- 7 Silent Hedges 3:11
- 8 Hollow Hills 4:48
- 9 Mask 4:37
- 10 Kick in the Eye (alternate version) 3:37
- 11 Ziggy Stardust 3:14
- 12 Dark Entries 3:53
- 13 Terror Couple Kill Colonel 4:24
- 14 Spirit (alternate version) 3:46
- 15 Burning From the Inside 9:23
- 16 Crowds 3:14
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