Liverpool 78 cover

Liverpool 78

The Fall · 2001

49 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · punk

A raw, urgent collection of punk-infused riffs and sardonic lyrics reflecting the chaotic energy of late 1970s Britain.

Why this album works

'Liverpool 78' is significant for its documentation of The Fall's formative sound during a crucial time in punk rock history. It serves as both a historical artifact and a reminder of the band's unyielding influence on subsequent alternative and punk rock artists, affirming their reputation as innovators in the genre.
Best for
urgent bursts of raw energy dynamic journey with peaks chaotic reflections of 1970s
Context
Released in 2001, 'Liverpool 78' captures The Fall's early live performances from 1978, a foundational year for the band. This album comes after a series of influential releases, showcasing their evolution from the post-punk movement into more experimental territories, solidifying their legacy as one of the UK’s most enigmatic bands.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Like To Blow 2:06
  • 2 Stepping Out 3:09
  • 3 Two Steps Back 5:52
  • 4 Mess Of My 3:22
  • 5 It's The New Thing Standout 3:48
  • 6 Various Times 4:59
  • 7 Bingo Master's Breakout Standout 2:48
  • 8 Frightened 5:35
  • 9 Industrial Estate 1:54
  • 10 Psycho Mafia Standout 3:01
  • 11 Music Scene 9:23
  • 12 Mother/Sister 3:35

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