Nowa Aleksandria
Siekiera · 1986
53 min · 13 tracks · new wave · post-punk
A turbulent blend of haunting melodies and driving rhythms reflecting the socio-political unrest of 1980s Poland.
Why this album works
'Nowa Aleksandria' is recognized for its raw energy and poignant lyrics, which resonated with the youth during Poland's Solidarity movement. The album has since become a cornerstone of the Polish new wave and post-punk genres, influencing numerous artists and movements within the country.
- Best for
- steady pacing for focused listening haunting melodies with driving rhythms reflective moments of socio-political unrest
- Context
- Released in 1986, 'Nowa Aleksandria' was Siekiera's debut full-length album, following a series of influential underground performances. At this time, the band was emerging from the post-punk scene and establishing themselves as a voice against oppressive political conditions in Poland.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Swans· Duran Duran· John Lydon
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Idziemy przez las Standout 4:40
- 2 Ludzie wschodu Standout 4:23
- 3 Bez końca 3:21
- 4 Idziemy na skraj 3:27
- 5 Na zewnątrz 6:03
- 6 Nowa Aleksandria Standout 3:15
- 7 To słowa 3:14
- 8 Już blisko 2:45
- 9 Tak dużo, tak mocno 4:02
- 10 Czerwony pejzaż 4:46
- 11 Misiowie puszyści 2:40
- 12 Jest bezpiecznie 5:29
- 13 Ja stoję, ja tańczę, ja walczę 5:11
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