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On This Day August 21 1981 – Sleep No More by The Comsat Angels Released
On this day August 21 1981, Sleep No More by The Comsat Angels was released, marking a major step forward in the band’s sound and vision. As their second album, it moved beyond their debut with a deeper, darker atmosphere built around layered guitars, urgent rhythms, and introspective lyrics...- Pete
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On This Day August 8 1983 – The Chameleons Released Their Debut Album Script of the Bridge
On this day August 8 1983, Script of the Bridge was released by The Chameleons, marking their debut studio album and introducing their richly textured post punk sound to the world. Hailing from Manchester, the band delivered a powerful blend of atmospheric guitar work, emotional vocals, and...- Pete
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On This Day August 1 1980 – Siouxsie and the Banshees Released Their Album Kaleidoscope
On this day August 1 1980, Kaleidoscope was released as the third studio album by Siouxsie and the Banshees. Marking a new era for the band, this release introduced guitarist John McGeoch and drummer Budgie into the lineup, bringing fresh textures and rhythms to their sound. Kaleidoscope...- Pete
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On This Day July 18, 1980 – Crocodiles by Echo and the Bunnymen Was Released
On this day July 18, 1980, Crocodiles by Echo and the Bunnymen was released and introduced a bold new voice in the rising post punk scene. As the band’s debut album, Crocodiles delivered a blend of shadowy atmosphere, sharp guitar work, and poetic introspection that immediately set it apart from...- Pete
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On This Day July 18, 1980 – Closer by Joy Division Was Released
On this day July 18, 1980, Closer by Joy Division was released in the United Kingdom, just two months after the tragic death of frontman Ian Curtis. As the band’s second and final studio album, Closer was both a critical milestone and a haunting farewell. The record marked a deeper dive into...- Pete
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On This Day: July 11, 1988 – Joy Division Releases Substance
On this day July 11, 1988, Joy Division released the compilation album Substance, bringing together the band’s influential singles, B sides, and standout tracks into one essential collection. While the band’s original run was short lived due to the tragic death of frontman Ian Curtis in 1980...- Pete
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On This Day: July 6, 1987 - Echo and the Bunnymen Released Their Self Titled Fifth Album
On this day July 6, 1987, Echo and the Bunnymen released their self titled fifth album, a record that aimed to bring their moody post punk sound to a wider audience. Known for their atmospheric style and introspective lyrics, the band leaned into a more accessible production approach on this...- Pete
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On This Day: July 6, 1984 - Public Image Ltd Released This Is What You Want… This Is What You Get
On this day July 6, 1984, Public Image Ltd released their fourth studio album This Is What You Want... This Is What You Get, marking a shift toward a more structured, accessible sound while still carrying their post punk roots. With John Lydon as the driving force, the album featured reworked...- Pete
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