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Vengeance (New Model Army album)

by New Model Army

Released: April 04, 1984

Rock, post-punk

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Breakthrough.

The Album

"Vengeance" features a mix of hard-hitting rock anthems and introspective ballads, with themes ranging from political protest to personal introspection. "Vengeance" is the debut studio album by the English post-punk band New Model Army, released in 1984. The album is considered a seminal work in the post-punk and alternative rock genres, showcasing the band's raw energy, political activism, and socially conscious lyrics.

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Tracks like "Christian Militia," "Vengeance," and "The Price"…

Tracks like "Christian Militia," "Vengeance," and "The Price" reflect the band's fierce social commentary and rebellious spirit, while songs like "Smalltown England" and "Liberty Song" address issues of identity and freedom.

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Essential Tracks

Christian Militia

Smalltown England

Vengeance

"Vengeance" features a mix of hard-hitting rock anthems and introspective ballads, with themes ranging from political protest to personal introspection.

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Reception

The album received critical acclaim upon its release, with praise for its passionate performances, thought-provoking lyrics, and innovative blend of punk, folk, and rock influences.

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Legacy

"Vengeance" helped establish New Model Army as a significant force in the alternative music scene and remains a beloved classic among fans of politically charged rock music.

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The Complete Album Story

"Vengeance" is the debut studio album by the English post-punk band New Model Army, released in 1984. The album is considered a seminal work in the post-punk and alternative rock genres, showcasing the band's raw energy, political activism, and socially conscious lyrics.

"Vengeance" features a mix of hard-hitting rock anthems and introspective ballads, with themes ranging from political protest to personal introspection. Tracks like "Christian Militia," "Vengeance," and "The Price" reflect the band's fierce social commentary and rebellious spirit, while songs like "Smalltown England" and "Liberty Song" address issues of identity and freedom.

The album received critical acclaim upon its release, with praise for its passionate performances, thought-provoking lyrics, and innovative blend of punk, folk, and rock influences. "Vengeance" helped establish New Model Army as a significant force in the alternative music scene and remains a beloved classic among fans of politically charged rock music.