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.
Why this album works
'Killing Joke' is significant for its raw exploration of themes like alienation and societal unrest, which resonated deeply during the late 1970s and early 1980s. The album's single 'Wardance' gained traction on various charts, helping to solidify the band's position as pioneers of the post-punk movement and influencing countless artists in genres spanning industrial rock to gothic music.
- Best for
- darkly hypnotic atmospheres intense emotional experiences dynamic and varied pacing
- 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
- The Cure· Siouxsie Sioux· Siouxsie and the Banshees
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Requiem 3:44
- 2 Wardance Standout 3:49
- 3 Tomorrow’s World 5:30
- 4 Bloodsport Standout 4:46
- 5 The Wait Standout 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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