You Kill Me

by NoMeansNo

You Kill Me cover art
  • Type: EP
  • Released: 1 January 1985
  • Label: Undergrowth
  • Country: Canada
  • Length: 19:41
  • Community rating: 3.54/5 from 2 ratings

Artists on this release: Mr. Wrong, Jon Card, Cecil English, cover, Eric Sinclair, Ken Kempster, John Wright, Rob Wright, Andy Kerr, Bill Johnston, Andrew Chalinor, graphics, Tom Holliston, Mr. Right

Album Notes & Community Reviews

This landmark EP introduced a more aggressive and rhythmically complex sound characterized by the integration of noise rock and early math rock motifs. The production emphasizes the technical interplay between the bass and drums, creating a frantic and often dissonant atmosphere that addresses themes of self-hatred and societal decay. It remains a pivotal release for its successful synthesis of punk urgency and unconventional structural standards.

Genres

Descriptors: dissonant, technical, abrasive

Tracklist

  1. Body Bag (4:39)
  2. Stop It (4:36)
  3. Some Bodies (4:04)
  4. Manic Depression (2:32)
  5. Paradise (3:50)

Credits

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