How to get into post-punk

post-punk: music genre northsound.fm covers 602 post-punk artists with curated starting points for each.

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What's the best way to get into post-punk?

Start with U2's "How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb". It's one of the most accessible and representative entry points into post-punk.

Who are the best post-punk artists to start with?

Some of the best starting points for post-punk include U2, New Order and The Cure. Each has a dedicated listening guide on northsound.fm.

What is post-punk?

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