No Rest for the Wicked
New Model Army · 1985
40 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock · post-punk
A raw and energetic blend of post-punk rhythms and anthemic rock melodies infused with socio-political commentary.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for focused listening
- raw energy for active engagement
- anthemic melodies that inspire movement
- socio-political themes for reflection
- for late-night drives
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek mellow background music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on April 12, 1985, 'No Rest for the Wicked' marks New Model Army's third studio album, coming after their successful sophomore effort 'Vengeance' (1984). The band was solidifying their presence in the UK post-punk scene, evolving their sound while addressing themes of disillusionment and social unrest.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Cult· Killing Joke· The Sisters of Mercy
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Frightened 3:42
- 2 Ambition 3:05
- 3 Grandmother’s Footsteps 4:26
- 4 Better Than Them 3:13
- 5 My Country 3:40
- 6 No Greater Love 3:33
- 7 No Rest 5:22
- 8 Young, Gifted and Skint 3:09
- 9 Drag It Down 3:20
- 10 Shot 18 3:19
- 11 The Attack 3:30
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