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.

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.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dark, atmospheric listening sessions
gradual builds and payoffs
haunting vocal explorations
immersive emotional landscapes

Where this album fits

Career 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.
Stylistic neighbors: The Cure· Bauhaus· Joy Division