Sextet
A Certain Ratio · 1982
37 min · 9 tracks · punk rock
An eclectic fusion of funk, post-punk, and experimental sounds that challenges traditional song structures.
Top tracks — play these first
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Lucinda Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Knife Slits Water — This track exemplifies the band's experimental side with its extended length and complex rhythmic structures, serving as a highlight of their sonic exploration.
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Crystal — With its infectious groove and layered instrumentation, this track showcases A Certain Ratio's ability to merge danceable beats with avant-garde sensibilities.
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Rub Down — The interplay between funk-inspired bass lines and minimalist percussion creates a unique atmosphere, emphasizing the band's knack for blending styles.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short bursts of rhythmic energy
- playful experimentation with sound
- dynamic contrasts between tracks
- engaging grooves for dancing
- brief tracks that invite replay
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, immersive albums
- want predictable song structures
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — Features an eclectic blend of genres, challenging traditional song structures.
- Career context
- By the time 'Sextet' was released in January 1982, A Certain Ratio had established themselves as a pioneering force in the UK post-punk scene. This album marked their third studio release and followed their acclaimed sophomore effort 'To Each...' from 1981, showcasing their evolving sound and artistic experimentation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Gang of Four· The Pop Group· Wire
Tracklist
- 1 Lucinda Start here 3:56
- 2 Crystal 2:55
- 3 Gum 2:59
- 4 Knife Slits Water 7:34
- 5 Skipscada 2:10
- 6 Day One 6:12
- 7 Rub Down 3:43
- 8 Rialto 3:45
- 9 Below the Canal 3:59
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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