Is Nothing Sacred?
by The Lords of the New Church
Released: September 08, 1983
Rock, new wave, gothic rock, post-punk, glam punk, ska
Why This Album Matters
This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Genre Shift.
The Album
"Is Nothing Sacred?" is the second studio album by the British-American rock band The Lords of the New Church, released in September 1983 by I.R.S. Records. This album marked a shift in the band's sound compared to the gothic post-punk style of their self-titled debut. While retaining some of their dark, moody elements, Is Nothing Sacred?
Interesting Facts
introduced a broader range of musical influences, incorporating…
introduced a broader range of musical influences, incorporating elements of new wave, classic rock, and ska.
The band also experimented with a more prominent…
The band also experimented with a more prominent use of synthesizers, horns, and bass, expanding their sonic palette.
Introduced a broader range of musical influences, incorporating…
Introduced a broader range of musical influences, incorporating elements of new wave, classic rock, and ska.
These tracks reflected the band's evolving style, blending…
These tracks reflected the band's evolving style, blending their signature dark themes with more accessible, danceable rhythms and catchy melodies.
The diversification of sound in Is Nothing Sacred
The diversification of sound in Is Nothing Sacred?
Essential Tracks
Dance With Me
The album produced two singles, "Live for Today" and "Dance with Me," which both charted in the UK, reaching #91 and #85, respectively.
Live For Today
The album produced two singles, "Live for Today" and "Dance with Me," which both charted in the UK, reaching #91 and #85, respectively.
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Reception
The album produced two singles, "Live for Today" and "Dance with Me," which both charted in the UK, reaching #91 and #85, respectively.
The Complete Album Story
"Is Nothing Sacred?" is the second studio album by the British-American rock band The Lords of the New Church, released in September 1983 by I.R.S. Records. This album marked a shift in the band's sound compared to the gothic post-punk style of their self-titled debut. While retaining some of their dark, moody elements, Is Nothing Sacred? introduced a broader range of musical influences, incorporating elements of new wave, classic rock, and ska. The band also experimented with a more prominent use of synthesizers, horns, and bass, expanding their sonic palette.
The album produced two singles, "Live for Today" and "Dance with Me," which both charted in the UK, reaching #91 and #85, respectively. These tracks reflected the band's evolving style, blending their signature dark themes with more accessible, danceable rhythms and catchy melodies. The diversification of sound in Is Nothing Sacred? helped solidify The Lords of the New Church’s reputation as a versatile and innovative band in the early '80s rock scene.
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