Join Hands
Siouxsie and the Banshees · 1979
42 min · 8 tracks · alternative rock · new wave · post-punk
Darkly atmospheric melodies intertwine with haunting vocals, creating a mesmerizing blend of post-punk and gothic rock.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dark, atmospheric listening sessions gradual builds and payoffs haunting vocal explorations
- Context
- Released on September 7, 1979, 'Join Hands' is Siouxsie and the Banshees' second studio album, following their debut 'The Scream'. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their presence in the post-punk scene, experimenting with darker themes and more complex arrangements.
- If you like
- alternative rock, new wave, post-punk
Join Hands is an album by Siouxsie and the Banshees, released in 1979. Darkly atmospheric melodies intertwine with haunting vocals, creating a mesmerizing blend of post-punk and gothic rock. 'Join Hands' is notable for its critical reception, earning praise for its innovative sound and lyrical depth. The album's exploration of darker themes resonated with the burgeoning gothic rock movement, influencing numerous artists in the genre and beyond. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Join Hands sound like?
Darkly atmospheric melodies intertwine with haunting vocals, creating a mesmerizing blend of post-punk and gothic rock. Rooted in alternative rock and new wave.
What makes Join Hands by Siouxsie and the Banshees notable?
'Join Hands' is notable for its critical reception, earning praise for its innovative sound and lyrical depth. The album's exploration of darker themes resonated with the burgeoning gothic rock movement, influencing numerous artists in the genre and beyond. Released on September 7, 1979, 'Join Hands' is Siouxsie and the Banshees' second studio album, following their debut 'The Scream'. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their presence in the post-punk scene, experimenting with darker themes and more complex arrangements.
Who is Join Hands for?
Join Hands works well if you're into dark, atmospheric listening sessions, gradual builds and payoffs and haunting vocal explorations.
How many songs are on Join Hands?
Join Hands has 8 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Poppy Day Standout 2:02
- 2 Regal Zone 3:47
- 3 Placebo Effect 4:37
- 4 Icon Standout 5:27
- 5 Premature Burial 5:58
- 6 Playground Twist Standout 2:59
- 7 Mother / Oh mein Papa 3:22
- 8 The Lord’s Prayer 14:08
Release Date
September 7, 1979
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
42 min 23 sec
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