Extremities, Dirt & Various Repressed Emotions
Killing Joke · 1990
65 min · 11 tracks · new wave · post-punk · gothic rock
A dark, brooding fusion of industrial metal and gothic rock that explores themes of societal decay.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its exploration of dark themes during a time of rising social unrest and economic inequality, resonating with listeners and influencing the emerging industrial metal genre. It received positive reviews from critics and showcased Killing Joke's continued relevance in the evolving music landscape of the late '80s and early '90s.
- Best for
- dark brooding atmosphere throughout gradual build to intense conclusion reflective moments of solitude
- Context
- Released in 1990, 'Extremities, Dirt & Various Repressed Emotions' marks Killing Joke's sixth studio album, following their critically acclaimed record 'Night Time' from 1985. At this point in their career, the band was navigating a shift towards a heavier sound while exploring more complex lyrical themes, reflecting the socio-political climate of the era.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Cure· Siouxsie Sioux· Siouxsie and the Banshees
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Money Is Not Our God Standout 5:16
- 2 Age of Greed Standout 7:23
- 3 The Beautiful Dead 5:57
- 4 Extremities 5:19
- 5 Intravenous Standout 7:02
- 6 Inside the Termite Mound 7:49
- 7 Solitude 4:56
- 8 North of the Border 5:52
- 9 Slipstream 7:07
- 10 Kaliyuga 2:08
- 11 Struggle 6:13
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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