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Melt!

Siouxsie and the Banshees · 1982

10 min · 3 tracks · alternative rock · new wave · post-punk

A swirling blend of post-punk energy and ethereal melodies envelops Siouxsie's haunting vocals.

Melt! is a single by Siouxsie and the Banshees, released in 1982. A swirling blend of post-punk energy and ethereal melodies envelops Siouxsie's haunting vocals. 'Melt!' was notable for its innovative production techniques, which contributed to the evolving sound of alternative rock. The album received positive reviews and showcased the band's ability to push boundaries, helping to inspire future generations of artists within the gothic and new wave movements. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Melt! sound like?

A swirling blend of post-punk energy and ethereal melodies envelops Siouxsie's haunting vocals. Rooted in alternative rock and new wave.

What makes Melt! by Siouxsie and the Banshees notable?

'Melt!' was notable for its innovative production techniques, which contributed to the evolving sound of alternative rock. The album received positive reviews and showcased the band's ability to push boundaries, helping to inspire future generations of artists within the gothic and new wave movements. Released on November 26, 1982, 'Melt!' was Siouxsie and the Banshees' fifth studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'Juju'. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their influence in the post-punk scene while exploring more experimental soundscapes.

How many songs are on Melt!?

Melt! has 3 tracks, running approximately 10 minutes.

Tracklist

3 tracks·10:26

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

  • 1 Melt! Standout 3:44
  • 2 A Sleeping Rain Standout 4:15
  • 3 Il est né le divin enfant Standout 2:27

Release Date

November 26, 1982

Genre

alternative rock, new wave, post-punk

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

10 min 26 sec