Outside The Gate
Killing Joke
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Description
'Outside The Gate', first released in 1988, captures Killing Joke at one of their most experimental junctures. Moving away from the raw post-punk ferocity of their earlier work, the band embraced a more atmospheric, synth-driven approach while retaining the intensity that defined their sound. Jaz Coleman’s commanding vocals cut through lush arrangements of keyboards, layered guitars, and dynamic percussion, creating a dramatic and confrontational album unlike anything else in their catalog.
Tracks such as "America" and "My Love of This Land" highlight the band’s ability to fuse political urgency with cinematic scale, while "Stay One Jump Ahead" and "Unto the Ends of the Earth" showcase their flair for grand, almost theatrical compositions. Though divisive upon release, 'Outside The Gate' has since earned recognition for its ambition and bold departure from expectations, illustrating Killing Joke’s refusal to stand still creatively. More than three decades later, it remains a fascinating chapter in the band’s ever-evolving story, a testament to their willingness to push boundaries and reinvent themselves within the shifting landscapes of rock and post-punk.
Tracklist
- America
- My Love of This Land
- Stay One Jump Ahead
- Unto the Ends of the Earth
- The Calling
- Obsession
- Tiahuanaco
- Outside the Gate
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