Smash It Up: The Anthology 1976–1987
The Damned · 2002
134 min · 35 tracks · new wave · punk · gothic rock
A frenetic blend of punk energy, gothic undertones, and melodic hooks that defined a generation.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- dynamic progression through tracks
- cathartic energy release moments
- for nostalgic sing-alongs
- late-night party ignition vibes
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer slow, reflective music
- seek long, immersive compositions
Where this album fits
- Themes
- punk rebellion· gothic undertones· political commentary
- Career context
- By the time 'Smash It Up: The Anthology 1976–1987' was released in 2002, The Damned had already cemented their legacy as pioneers of punk rock. This compilation arrives after a series of lineup changes and stylistic evolutions, encompassing their influential early works and showcasing their ability to fuse punk with gothic and new wave elements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Siouxsie and the Banshees· The Cure· Bauhaus
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Juju by Siouxsie and the Banshees — Combines punk's raw energy with gothic textures and dark, introspective themes.Faith by The Cure — Shares a moody atmosphere and lyrical depth, blending post-punk with haunting melodies.In the Flat Field by Bauhaus — Explores darker themes with a punk sensibility, merging gothic aesthetics and driving rhythms.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 New Rose 2:45
- 2 Help 1:44
- 3 Neat Neat Neat 2:44
- 4 See Her Tonite 2:31
- 5 Fan Club 2:58
- 6 I Fall 2:08
- 7 I Feel Alright 4:29
- 8 Feel the Pain 3:39
- 9 Stretcher Case 2:16
- 10 Problem Child 2:15
- 11 Don’t Cry Wolf 3:15
- 12 Your Eyes 2:53
- 13 Creep (You Can’t Fool Me) 2:17
- 14 Idiot Box 4:55
- 15 Love Song 2:05
- 16 Smash It Up, Part 1 1:59
- 17 Smash It Up, Part 2 2:56
- 18 Machine Gun Etiquette 1:51
- 19 Melody Lee 2:08
- 20 Plan9, Channel7 5:13
- 21 I Just Can’t Be Happy Today 3:37
Disc 2
- 1 The History of the World, Part 1 4:00
- 2 Wait for the Blackout 4:00
- 3 Drinking About My Baby 3:05
- 4 Silly Kids Games 2:39
- 5 Curtain Call 17:17
- 6 Lovely Money 5:26
- 7 Dozen Girls 4:22
- 8 Life Goes On 4:10
- 9 Under the Floor Again 5:24
- 10 Generals 3:27
- 11 Grimly Fiendish 5:12
- 12 Eloise 5:11
- 13 Anything 4:44
- 14 In Dulce Decorum 4:34
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