Killing Joke
Killing Joke · 1980
39 min · 9 tracks · new wave · post-punk · gothic rock
A cacophony of industrial noise and punk energy creates a darkly hypnotic atmosphere throughout the album.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- darkly hypnotic atmospheres
- intense emotional experiences
- dynamic and varied pacing
- immersive listening journey
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1980, 'Killing Joke' was the band's self-titled debut, marking their entrance into the post-punk scene. At this point, Killing Joke had already begun to carve out their unique sound that combined elements of punk rock with industrial influences, setting them apart from their contemporaries.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ministry· Godflesh· The Sisters of Mercy
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Requiem 3:44
- 2 Wardance 3:49
- 3 Tomorrow’s World 5:30
- 4 Bloodsport 4:46
- 5 The Wait 3:45
- 6 Complications 3:08
- 7 Change 4:00
- 8 S.O.36 6:52
- 9 Primitive 3:35
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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