The Scream cover

The Scream

Siouxsie and the Banshees · 1978

39 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock · new wave · post-punk

Raw and dissonant, the album blends punk energy with hauntingly atmospheric textures.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short, intense listening sessions
  • raw, emotional soundscapes
  • dynamic shifts in energy
  • haunting atmospheric moments

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on November 13, 1978, 'The Scream' was Siouxsie and the Banshees' debut album, marking their entry into the post-punk scene after establishing a reputation through their live performances. The band emerged from the London punk movement, gaining attention for their unique sound and Siouxsie's distinctive vocal style.
Stylistic neighbors
The Cure· Bauhaus· Joy Division

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Pure 1:50
  • 2 Jigsaw Feeling 4:38
  • 3 Overground 3:50
  • 4 Carcass 3:49
  • 5 Helter Skelter 3:46
  • 6 Mirage 2:50
  • 7 Metal Postcard (Mittageisen) 4:14
  • 8 Nicotine Stain 2:58
  • 9 Suburban Relapse 4:12
  • 10 Switch 6:49

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