Is Nothing Sacred? cover

Is Nothing Sacred?

The Lords of the New Church · 1983

42 min · 11 tracks · new wave · punk · gothic rock

A gritty fusion of punk energy and gothic melodies, encapsulating a rebellious spirit within darkly melodic soundscapes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • mid-tempo reflective moments
  • gritty, immersive soundscapes
  • contemplative late-night vibes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on September 1, 1983, 'Is Nothing Sacred?' was The Lords of the New Church's second album, following their self-titled debut in 1982. By this time, they had solidified their identity within the emerging gothic rock and new wave scenes, building on their initial momentum to explore deeper themes and more complex arrangements.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Dance With Me 3:23
  • 2 Bad Timing 3:38
  • 3 Johnny Too Bad 3:56
  • 4 Don't Worry Children 3:44
  • 5 The Night Is Calling 4:59
  • 6 Black Girl White Girl 3:39
  • 7 Goin' Downtown 3:52
  • 8 Tale of Two Cities 3:50
  • 9 World Without End 5:25
  • 10 Partners in Crime 2:40
  • 11 Live for Today 3:41

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