Death Church
Rudimentary Peni · 1983
32 min · 21 tracks · hardcore punk
A chaotic whirlwind of anarcho-punk energy, underscored by dark humor and surreal imagery that challenges societal norms.
Top tracks — play these first
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¼ Dead — Opening with a frenetic energy, this track sets the tone for the album’s blend of chaos and critique of modern existence. Its brevity encapsulates the urgency of punk while introducing listeners to the band’s distinctive style.
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Vampire State Building — This track stands out with its sharp critique of societal decay, merging dark humor with stark imagery. Its succinctness exemplifies the band's ability to provoke thought within a brief sonic experience.
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Alice Crucifies the Paedophiles — The title alone provokes immediate attention, while the song's content delves into societal taboos. It exemplifies the band’s fearless approach to lyrical themes that challenge listeners.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Blasphemy Squad
A shift occurs when the narrative voice directly confronts societal hypocrisy regarding morality and faith.
This direct confrontation disrupts expected narrative flows present in other tracks, reinforcing the urgency and rebellious spirit of the genre.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 ¼ Dead 1:22
- 2 Blissful Myth 1:48
- 3 The Psycho Squat 0:29
- 4 Rotten to the Core 3:23
- 5 Poppycock 0:35
- 6 Cosmic Hearse 0:38
- 7 The Cloud Song 2:36
- 8 Vampire State Building 1:06
- 9 Blasphemy Squad 1:16
- 10 When You Are a Martian Church 1:11
- 11 Pig in a Blanket 2:34
- 12 Inside 1:23
- 13 Nothing but a Nightmare 1:46
- 14 Flesh Crucifix 1:08
- 15 Slimy Member 0:56
- 16 Love is Not 2:03
- 17 Radio Schizo 1:22
- 18 Happy Farm 1:23
- 19 Alice Crucifies the Paedophiles 1:21
- 20 Army of Jesus 2:09
- 21 Dutchmen 2:10
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