What makes Machine Gun Etiquette by The Damned notable?

'Machine Gun Etiquette' is often hailed for its critical reception, with publications like NME praising its inventive approach. It also helped solidify The Damned's status within the punk scene, influencing subsequent bands and contributing to the genre's development as it navigated towards new wave aesthetics. Released in January 1977, 'Machine Gun Etiquette' was The Damned's third studio album, following their influential debut 'Damned Damned Damned'. This album marked a significant evolution in their sound, showcasing greater musical ambition and a move towards a more polished production compared to their earlier raw punk roots.

Who is Machine Gun Etiquette for?

Machine Gun Etiquette works well if you're into frenetic bursts of energy, sardonic wit and humor and dynamic peaks and valleys.

How many songs are on Machine Gun Etiquette?

Machine Gun Etiquette has 16 tracks, running approximately 52 minutes.

Machine Gun Etiquette

The Damned · 1977

52 min · 16 tracks · new wave · punk · gothic rock

A frenetic blend of punk energy, sardonic wit, and melodic hooks that captures the chaos of late '70s Britain.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

frenetic bursts of energy
sardonic wit and humor
dynamic peaks and valleys
short tracks for quick engagement
for upbeat gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

prefer slow, reflective music
dislike chaotic listening experiences

Where this album fits

Themes: punk rebellion· late '70s chaos· anti-establishment humor
Career context: Released in January 1977, 'Machine Gun Etiquette' was The Damned's third studio album, following their influential debut 'Damned Damned Damned'. This album marked a significant evolution in their sound, showcasing greater musical ambition and a move towards a more polished production compared to their earlier raw punk roots.
Stylistic neighbors: Siouxsie and the Banshees· The Cure· Bauhaus
Sounds like this from elsewhere: London Calling by The Clash — Shares the same punk ethos with a mix of musical styles and sharp social commentary.

Juju by Siouxsie and the Banshees — Combines gothic rock elements with a dark, melodic edge and post-punk intensity.

Another Music in a Different Kitchen by Buzzcocks — Features catchy hooks and a sardonic take on relationships, echoing similar punk energy.

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Tracklist

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

1 Love Song 2:22
2 Machine Gun Etiquette 1:48
3 I Just Can’t Be Happy Today 3:42
4 Melody Lee 2:07
5 Anti‐Pope 3:20
6 These Hands 2:03
7 Plan 9 Channel 7 5:08
8 Noise, Noise, Noise 3:10
9 Looking at You 5:06
10 Liar 2:44
11 Smash It Up, Part 1 1:59
12 Smash It Up, Part 2 2:53
13 Ballroom Blitz 3:30
14 Suicide 3:15
15 Rabid (Over You) 3:41
16 White Rabbit (extended version) 5:14

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