Go Bang!
Shriekback · 1988
32 min · 9 tracks · post-punk
A vibrant mix of post-punk energy and danceable grooves, infused with eclectic instrumentation and provocative lyrics.
Top tracks — play these first
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Intoxication — The opening track sets the tone with its infectious rhythm and hypnotic vocals, immediately drawing listeners into the album's energetic vibe.
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Go Bang — This title track encapsulates the album’s ethos, melding driving beats with a call to liberation that resonates throughout the work.
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Dust and a Shadow — With its haunting atmosphere and introspective lyrics, this track provides a stark contrast to the upbeat energy, showcasing the band's lyrical depth and sonic versatility.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively blends post-punk with dance elements, showcasing strong writing and production choices.
What we noticed
- Several tracks feature layered instrumentation, including synthesizers and percussion, creating a textured soundscape that evolves throughout.
- The last three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, providing a contrast to the earlier upbeat songs and allowing for a reflective conclusion.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo dance grooves
- inviting movement and energy
- short bursts of vibrant fun
- for social gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer long, introspective pieces
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 1988, Shriekback was navigating a transition following their previous album 'Jam Science' in 1986. 'Go Bang!' marked their third studio release and showcased an evolving sound that embraced more dance-oriented elements, reflecting the band's adaptability to the changing musical landscape of the late '80s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Pop Group· Gang of Four· This Heat
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intoxication 3:46
- 2 Shark Walk 3:56
- 3 Over the Wire 3:30
- 4 New Man 3:48
- 5 Nighttown 4:12
- 6 Go Bang 2:22
- 7 Big Fun 3:12
- 8 Get Down Tonight 3:23
- 9 Dust and a Shadow 4:33
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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