Live at the 100 Club
39 min · 12 tracks · new wave · punk · gothic rock
Raw energy and punk fervor collide in this live document of The Damned's chaotic early sound.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its role in cementing The Damned's status in the UK punk scene, being one of the first live recordings from a punk band. It received critical acclaim for its authenticity and energy, contributing to the band's legacy and influencing countless punk bands that followed. The setlist features some of their most iconic tracks, demonstrating their songwriting prowess even at an early stage.
- Best for
- raw energy in live setting steady flow for focused listening short bursts of intensity
- Context
- Released in 1976, 'Live at the 100 Club' captures The Damned during their rise as pioneers of the punk movement. This album followed their debut single 'New Rose', which had already positioned them at the forefront of British punk rock. Their energetic performances were pivotal in establishing their reputation, and this live recording showcases both their raw sound and the electric atmosphere of their shows.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Cure· Killing Joke· Siouxsie Sioux
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 1 of the 2 3:41
- 2 New Rose Standout 2:57
- 3 Alone 3:50
- 4 Help Standout 1:47
- 5 Fan Club 3:01
- 6 I Feel Alright Standout 4:20
- 7 Feel the Pain 4:46
- 8 Fish 1:50
- 9 Circles 4:42
- 10 See Her Tonite 2:51
- 11 I Fall 3:08
- 12 So Messed Up 2:38
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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