Dragnet
The Fall · 1979
79 min · 22 tracks · alternative rock · punk
A restless fusion of post-punk energy and caustic lyrical wit permeates this provocative album.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with twists
- provocative wit and urgency
- dynamic exploration of sound
- unexpected shifts in energy
- headphone detail hunting
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek instant gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on October 26, 1979, 'Dragnet' was The Fall's second studio album, following their acclaimed debut 'Bingo-Master's Break-Out!'. At this stage in their career, the band was solidifying their identity within the post-punk movement, showcasing Mark E. Smith's evolving songwriting and a more defined sound that would influence countless artists.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Wire· Gang of Four· The Birthday Party
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Psykick Dancehall 3:48
- 2 A Figure Walks 6:08
- 3 Printhead 3:15
- 4 Dice Man 1:45
- 5 Before the Moon Falls 4:31
- 6 Your Heart Out 3:07
- 7 Muzorewi's Daughter 3:43
- 8 Flat of Angles 4:55
- 9 Choc-Stock 2:37
- 10 Spectre vs. Rector 7:56
- 11 Put Away 3:30
- 12 Rowche Rumble 4:01
- 13 In My Area 4:05
- 14 Fiery Jack 4:43
- 15 2nd Dark Age 1:59
- 16 Psykick Dancehall (no. 2) 3:39
- 17 Rowche Rumble (take 2) 4:05
- 18 Rowche Rumble (take 3) 0:33
- 19 Rowche Rumble (take 4) 3:53
- 20 Rowche Rumble (take 5) 1:35
- 21 In My Area (take 1) 0:48
- 22 In My Area (take 2) 5:06
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