"Solid Gold" is the second studio album by English post-punk band Gang of Four, released in 1981. Building on the success of their debut album "Entertainment!" the year before, "Solid Gold" further established Gang of Four as pioneers of the post-punk movement and influential figures in the alternative music scene.
The album features Gang of Four's trademark blend of angular guitar riffs, propulsive rhythms, and politically charged lyrics. Songs like "Paralysed," "What We All Want," and "He'd Send in the Army" exemplify the band's unique sound, characterized by its abrasive yet danceable approach.
Lyrically, "Solid Gold" explores themes of consumerism, political corruption, and social injustice, reflecting the band's Marxist ideologies and critical perspective on modern society. Gang of Four's confrontational lyrics and innovative musical style set them apart from their peers and earned them a dedicated following.
"Solid Gold" received positive reviews from critics upon its release, with many praising its inventive sound and incisive lyrics. While not as commercially successful as "Entertainment!" the album remains a landmark in post-punk music, influencing countless bands in the years to come and solidifying Gang of Four's status as one of the most important bands of the era.
