Sound of Impact
Big Black · 1987
50 min · 18 tracks · alternative rock · post-punk · post-hardcore
Aggressive noise rock erupts with jagged guitars and confrontational lyrics, embodying the raw energy of late '80s underground music.
Why this album works
'Sound of Impact' is notable for its bold commentary on societal issues and its raw sonic experimentation, influencing many post-hardcore and noise rock bands that followed. The album received critical acclaim upon release, further solidifying Big Black's reputation within the alternative music scene, despite limited commercial success.
- Best for
- wave-like dynamic energy flow short bursts of aggression headphone detail hunting
- Context
- Released in 1987, 'Sound of Impact' is Big Black's final studio album before disbanding. The band was at a critical juncture, having already established themselves as pioneers in the noise rock genre with their previous releases. This album followed their influential EP 'Headache' and showcased their uncompromising sound and lyrical themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Scratch Acid· Dolphin· Number Girl
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Strong Standout 3:41
- 2 Big $ Rush 3:11
- 3 Elephant Joke? 1:18
- 4 Kill The Cow Standout 3:35
- 5 Yanomamo Indians 0:49
- 6 Bird Thang 2:42
- 7 Black 'N' White 3:17
- 8 Black Sab Crack 3:20
- 9 Way Hap Ya' All 1:44
- 10 Toytown Daddy Oh! 4:51
- 11 Firecrackers 0:21
- 12 Loud Cow 3:04
- 13 Bird Bag 2:20
- 14 Gas Jockey Huff 6:13
- 15 I Think I Fucked Your Girlfriend Once Standout 3:00
- 16 Hey There Big Truck 3:05
- 17 People Like That? 1:51
- 18 Bumbandit 2:20
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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