The Singles 1981-1983 by 13th Chime is a collection of their most popular tracks from the early 80s. The album features a mix of post-punk and gothic rock, with haunting vocals and eerie guitar riffs. The band's unique sound is showcased in tracks like "Cuts of Love" and "Dug Up", which have become cult classics among fans of the genre.
The album also includes previously unreleased tracks, like "Flesh and Fire" and "The Eyes", which add to the overall quality of the collection. The production quality of the album is impressive, as the remastered tracks sound crisp and clear. The album is a great representation of the band's early work and is a must-have for any fan of post-punk or gothic rock.
English post-punk / goth band from Haverhill, Suffolk. Originally called Autix, they changed their name to 13th Chime in 1981. Members: Gary O'Connor (guitar), Mick Hand (vocals), Ricky Cook (drums), Terry Taylor aka Crow (bass). The original bass player in Anticx, Rupert, sadly died of an asthma attack. Reformed 2015.
The Singles 1981-1983 by 13th Chime is a solid collection of tracks that showcase the band's unique sound and style. The haunting vocals, eerie guitar riffs, and dark lyrics are sure to appeal to fans of the genre, and the remastered tracks sound better than ever. This album is a great addition to any music collection and is highly recommended.
to me... this is THE PINNACLE of post-punk. The Cure, Sisters of Mercy, Gang of Four, PiL, Siouxsie and the Banshees, Joy Division... all of those GODS are imho second fiddle to 13th Chime. I think the primary reason for this is because of the subtle balance between the early punk days infused with the art punk/art rock that mixed in a little jazz, funk, even psychadelic tendencies and also the darkwave/cold wave and dreampop post punk that started brewing throughout the mid to late 80's. All these bands I named and even Bauhaus... were disproportioned and lacked a particular influence or simply didn't balance enough of the other faucets leaving the listener wanting MORE and yet not sure WHAT EXACTLY.... you know what I mean? 13th Chime had that attitude, that BOP, the dark and tribalism of a lot of the faster Goth rock bands of the early 80's but also lingered around in morose like a good long drawn out track off of JD's Closer. I'm sure this had a lot to do with the time and location of 13th Chime having a front row seat for all the amazing new romantic, punk, goth, whatever else you want to call it... I can't thank you guys enough for capturing those moments in song for us. :D
I remember seeing this band supporting Theatre of Hate at the Cambridge Corn Exchange. The other band was the Southern Death Cult. I was 14 and a Mod waering a Parka and was told by my friends older sister not to go to the front or the punks would beat me up, so I stayed at the back in the shadows...drinking bitter and lsitening to some great music. Wow!