The Physical World
Death from Above 1979 · 2014
35 min · 11 tracks · punk
Raw, thunderous punk energy collides with danceable grooves and gritty, provocative lyrics.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo dance energy raw intensity for late nights provocative lyrics for deep thoughts
- Context
- Released on September 9, 2014, 'The Physical World' marked Death from Above 1979's return after a decade-long hiatus following their debut album, 'You’re a Woman, I’m a Machine.' The band reformed in 2011 and entered a new phase of their career, aiming to redefine their sound while staying true to their punk roots.
- If you like
- punk
The Physical World is an album by Death from Above 1979, released in 2014. Raw, thunderous punk energy collides with danceable grooves and gritty, provocative lyrics. 'The Physical World' received critical acclaim and debuted at number 10 on the Billboard 200 chart, marking a significant comeback for the duo. The album reaffirmed Death from Above 1979’s influence on the punk and rock scenes, inspiring a resurgence of interest in dance-punk and post-punk sounds. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Physical World sound like?
Raw, thunderous punk energy collides with danceable grooves and gritty, provocative lyrics. Rooted in punk.
What makes The Physical World by Death from Above 1979 notable?
'The Physical World' received critical acclaim and debuted at number 10 on the Billboard 200 chart, marking a significant comeback for the duo. The album reaffirmed Death from Above 1979’s influence on the punk and rock scenes, inspiring a resurgence of interest in dance-punk and post-punk sounds. Released on September 9, 2014, 'The Physical World' marked Death from Above 1979's return after a decade-long hiatus following their debut album, 'You’re a Woman, I’m a Machine.' The band reformed in 2011 and entered a new phase of their career, aiming to redefine their sound while staying true to their punk roots.
Who is The Physical World for?
The Physical World works well if you're into steady mid-tempo dance energy, raw intensity for late nights and provocative lyrics for deep thoughts.
How many songs are on The Physical World?
The Physical World has 11 tracks, running approximately 35 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Cheap Talk Standout 3:15
- 2 Right On, Frankenstein! Standout 3:05
- 3 Virgins 3:08
- 4 Always On 2:33
- 5 Crystal Ball 2:51
- 6 White Is Red 4:28
- 7 Trainwreck 1979 Standout 3:47
- 8 Nothin’ Left 2:30
- 9 Government Trash 3:00
- 10 Gemini 2:25
- 11 The Physical World 4:51
Release Date
September 9, 2014
Genre
Artist Origin
Canada
Runtime
35 min 53 sec
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