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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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