A Brief History of the Twentieth Century

Gang of Four

A Brief History of the Twentieth Century

RELEASED: January 01, 1990
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. At Home He’s a Tourist --:-- 2. Damaged Goods --:-- 3. Not Great Men --:-- 4. Anthrax --:-- 5. Return the Gift --:-- 6. What We All Want (live) --:-- 7. Paralysed --:-- 8. To Hell With Poverty! --:-- 9. Capital (It Fails Us Now) --:-- 10. Call Me Up --:-- 11. I Will Be a Good Boy --:-- 12. The History of the World --:-- 13. I Love a Man in a Uniform --:-- 14. Is It Love --:-- 15. Womantown --:-- 16. We Live as We Dream, Alone --:--
Historical Archive
A Brief History of the Twentieth Century is an album by the British post-punk band Gang of Four, released in 1990. The album features a fusion of punk rock, funk, and art rock elements, characterized by its sharp, political lyrics and innovative sound. It reflects the band's critique of society and culture during a tumultuous period in history, addressing themes such as consumerism, politics, and the human condition. The album's sound is marked by jagged guitar riffs, driving bass lines, and a blend of rhythm and melody that has influenced numerous bands in various genres.