Why this album works
The album is significant for its reflection of the socio-political climate of late 1970s Europe, particularly regarding anti-establishment sentiments. It received critical acclaim in various punk and alternative circles, influencing later bands within the post-punk movement.
- Best for
- short bursts of raw energy social critique in chaotic form for spontaneous listening
- Context
- Released in 1980, 'Disturbing Domestic Peace' marked The Ex's debut album, establishing their presence in the Dutch underground music scene. At this point, the band was still honing their experimental sound after forming in 1979, infusing punk with avant-garde elements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Velvet Underground· Kate Bush· Lou Reed
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Sky Is Blue Again Standout 2:01
- 2 Map 1:14
- 3 Outlook-Army 0:39
- 4 Sucking Pig Standout 1:58
- 5 A Sense of Tumour Standout 4:00
- 6 Meanwhile 3:54
- 7 Rules 1:41
- 8 Squatsong 1:51
- 9 Warning-Shot 2:55
- 10 New Wars 2:46
- 11 Introduction (live) 2:20
- 12 Human Car (live) 1:48
- 13 Punk (live) 1:47
- 14 Horse (live) 1:11
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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