Crackle

And now back to something complete different. So how about featuring what a lot of people consider to be the first Goth Rock band? No it's not Depeche Mode, but if you're nice I'll post some of that later. It is however Bauhaus. Although not a well received band per say in the USA, the band remains influential for their unique style.

Formed in '78 in Northampton England, the bands first run lasted only until '83. The band took it's name from the Art Movement of the '20's. Originally called Bauhaus 1919, the band later dropped the numerical addition to their name. Led by Peter Murphy, whose baritone voice lends itself quite well to the Goth Rock sound. Perhaps the best place to start with the band is the rather lengthy track "Bela Lugosi's Dead". While the Radio cut is just over three minutes, the full version clocks in at just under ten minutes. The track sums up the early Goth Rock sound, mixed with Industrial/Avant-Garde/Punk influences. The band released a hanful of singles leading up to their debut album 'In The Flat Field'. Over the years the band would release five albums in total, including a few Live records and compilation albums. To really see the big picture and influence of Bauhaus, I've decided to showcase the '98 Compilation record, 'Crackle'. This album encompasses the band's work and includes some remastered songs along with non album singles. This is a good place to start and see how the early Goth Rock scene evolved and later influenced bands like Christian Death, Type O Negative, NIN, Skinny Puppy and many more. So break out the black eyeliner and get depressed and enjoy some Goth Rock.

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