Total Sex
Whitehouse · 1980
44 min · 8 tracks · noise music
A disconcerting blend of harsh noise and provocative themes that confronts societal norms with unrestrained intensity.
Top tracks — play these first
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Total Sex — This title track encapsulates the album's bold approach to exploring sexuality and power dynamics through abrasive soundscapes and provocative lyrics.
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Ultrasadism — The track exemplifies Whitehouse's characteristic use of disturbing imagery combined with relentless sonic aggression, reflecting their stance on societal taboos.
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Dominate You — This song stands out for its exploration of dominance and submission, wrapped in a visceral delivery that challenges conventional listening experiences.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- unsettling confrontations with societal norms
- intense bursts of provocative energy
- challenging themes for open minds
- immersive exploration of discomfort
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lighthearted, easy listening
- seek mainstream, polished production
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Total Sex is Whitehouse's third studio album, released in 1980 following their influential record, Halflife. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their reputation within the power electronics genre, pushing boundaries and exploring extreme sonic landscapes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Merzbow· Nurse With Wound· Wolf Eyes
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Total Sex 6:05
- 2 Phaseday 6:03
- 3 Dominate You 6:03
- 4 Politics 1:55
- 5 Roller Coaster 6:08
- 6 Ultrasadism 6:06
- 7 Her Entry 6:06
- 8 Foreplay 6:06
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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