The Damned are a punk/goth band formed in London, England in 1976. They were the first British punk band to release a single ("New Rose"), put out an album (Damned Damned Damned), and tour the United States. They are considered one of the founders of gothic rock. The Damned have incorporated many different styles into their music and image, such as garage rock, psychedelic rock, cabaret and the theatrical rock of Screaming Lord Sutch and Alex Harvey.Vanian's vocal style has been described as similar to a crooner, which is unique for a punk rock vocalist. Throughout their history, Damned have dissolved and reformed many times, with singer Dave Vanian as the sole constant member. However, the lineups have always included either guitarist Captain Sensible or drummer Rat Scabies (or both).
While Phantasmagoria is not an example of a classic goth album, it does show how far The Damned had come from their punk roots.What had once started out as a hoarse yell, indistinguishable from most other punk vocalists, had developed into a gothic croon in a league of its own.1. Secret Of Dreams
2. Shadow Of Love
3. There'll Come A Day
4. Sanctum Sanctorum
5. Is It A Dream
6. Grimly Hendish
7. Edward The Bear
8. Eighth Day
9. Trojans
Wicked edition cd
10. Grimly Hendish (Bad Trip Mix)
11. Shadow Of Love (Ten Inches Of Hell Mix)
2 comments:
from the first track to sanctum sanctorum is a oscure great album but after thas its comes a bulshit comercial tipical of new wave
What an awesome album,indeed the damned is an incredible band after all sweetheart! thank you.
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