What makes They Suffocate at Night by Pulp notable?

This album is notable for its early representation of themes that would later define Pulp's music, such as alienation and social commentary. Although it did not achieve significant commercial success upon release, it has since been recognized for its influence on the alternative rock scene and has garnered critical attention retrospectively. Released in January 1987, 'They Suffocate at Night' marked Pulp's debut album during their early years as an indie band. At this time, Pulp was still establishing their identity in the post-punk landscape, having formed in 1978 but struggling to gain commercial traction until the Britpop revival in the mid-1990s.