Smash It Up: The Anthology 1976–1987
The Damned · 2002
134 min · 35 tracks · new wave
A frenetic blend of punk energy and melodic hooks that captures the raw spirit of the late '70s UK punk scene.
Top tracks — play these first
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New Rose Start here — As one of the first punk singles ever released, this track set a precedent for the genre with its raw energy and catchy melody, making it iconic.
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Smash It Up, Part 1 — This anthem captures the rebellious spirit of punk while showcasing the band's knack for blending humor with biting social commentary.
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Machine Gun Etiquette — The track exemplifies their shift towards a more experimental sound while maintaining punk's aggressive edge, highlighting their evolving artistry.
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Grimly Fiendish — With its dark themes and catchy chorus, this song reflects the band's gothic influences and showcases their versatility beyond traditional punk.
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
- prefer slow, reflective music
- seek long, immersive compositions
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Showcases The Damned's pioneering punk role and broader musical evolution.
- 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 evolved from their groundbreaking debut with 'New Rose' to a band exploring various genres like gothic rock and new wave. This anthology encapsulates their influential journey, highlighting key tracks across their first decade, marking a retrospective on their significant contributions to punk and post-punk music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Siouxsie and the Banshees· The Cure· Bauhaus
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 New Rose Start here 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
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Juju
Siouxsie and the Banshees
Combines punk's raw energy with gothic textures and dark, introspective themes.
Faith
The Cure
Shares a moody atmosphere and lyrical depth, blending post-punk with haunting melodies.
In the Flat Field
Bauhaus
Explores darker themes with a punk sensibility, merging gothic aesthetics and driving rhythms.
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