The Shape of Punk to Come
Refused · 1998
55 min · 12 tracks · hardcore punk · post-hardcore
A chaotic fusion of hardcore punk, jazz, and electronic elements that challenges genre boundaries.
Why this album works
'The Shape of Punk to Come' is considered a seminal work in post-hardcore, influencing a generation of musicians and leading to a resurgence of interest in punk music. Its bold experimentation and political themes garnered critical acclaim, landing it on numerous best-of lists and establishing Refused as a pivotal force in alternative music.
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long immersive listening sessions gradual builds and payoffs
- Context
- Released on October 27, 1998, 'The Shape of Punk to Come' was Refused's third studio album and marked a significant departure from their earlier work. Following their previous release, 'Songs to Fan the Flames of Discontent' (1996), this album showcased their artistic evolution, blending aggressive punk with avant-garde influences and complex arrangements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Senses Fail· Electric Callboy· 25 ta Life
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Worms of the Senses / Faculties of the Skull 7:07
- 2 Liberation Frequency 4:08
- 3 The Deadly Rhythm 3:36
- 4 Summerholidays vs. Punkroutine Standout 4:03
- 5 Bruitist Pome #5 1:27
- 6 New Noise Standout 5:10
- 7 The Refused Party Program 2:40
- 8 Protest Song ’68 4:34
- 9 Refused Are Fuckin Dead Standout 5:10
- 10 The Shape of Punk to Come 5:08
- 11 Tannhäuser / Derivè 8:09
- 12 The Apollo Programme Was a Hoax 4:16
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