Totale's Turns
43 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock · punk
A raw blend of punk energy and experimental soundscapes that challenge conventional song structures.
Why this album works
'Totale's Turns' is notable for its avant-garde approach to punk music, influencing countless bands within the post-punk movement. It received positive critical reception, with many reviewers praising its innovative sound and lyrical depth, helping to establish The Fall as a defining act of the genre.
- Career context
- Released in 1980, 'Totale's Turns' was The Fall's third studio album, following their critically acclaimed second album 'Dragnet'. At this point, the band was solidifying its reputation for unpredictable musical experimentation and Mark E. Smith's distinctive vocal style, marking a pivotal moment in their evolution as a quintessential post-punk band.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Depeche Mode· David Bowie· Duran Duran· Radiohead· Bryan Adams· The Cure· Blur· Manic Street Preachers
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 0:45
- 2 Fiery Jack Standout 4:27
- 3 Rowche Rumble Standout 4:48
- 4 Muzorewi’s Daughter 3:44
- 5 In My Area 4:32
- 6 Choc-Stock 2:33
- 7 Spector vs. Rector 2 5:52
- 8 Cary Grant’s Wedding 3:37
- 9 That Man 1:43
- 10 New Puritan Standout 3:21
- 11 No Xmas for John Quays 7:40
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