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Welcome

Idles

17 min · 4 tracks · post-punk

Explosive post-punk energy intertwines with raw emotion and biting social commentary, creating a visceral listening experience.

Welcome is an album by Idles. Explosive post-punk energy intertwines with raw emotion and biting social commentary, creating a visceral listening experience. 'Welcome' received critical acclaim upon release, being praised for its authenticity and emotional depth. It helped propel Idles into the spotlight, influencing a wave of post-punk revival acts and earning them a dedicated fanbase, which later culminated in chart success with subsequent albums. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Welcome sound like?

Explosive post-punk energy intertwines with raw emotion and biting social commentary, creating a visceral listening experience. Rooted in post-punk.

What makes Welcome by Idles notable?

'Welcome' received critical acclaim upon release, being praised for its authenticity and emotional depth. It helped propel Idles into the spotlight, influencing a wave of post-punk revival acts and earning them a dedicated fanbase, which later culminated in chart success with subsequent albums. Released in 2017, 'Welcome' is Idles' debut EP, marking the band's first significant step into the post-punk scene. This project laid the groundwork for their later breakthrough album, 'Brutalism', showcasing their distinct sound and politically charged lyrics while establishing them as key players in modern rock.

How many songs are on Welcome?

Welcome has 4 tracks, running approximately 17 minutes.

Tracklist

4 tracks·17:37

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

  • 1 26:27 Standout 5:21
  • 2 Meydei Standout 4:35
  • 3 Germany Standout 3:56
  • 4 Two Tone 3:45

Genre

post-punk

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

17 min 37 sec