Historical Archive
Playing With a Different Sex is the debut studio album by the British post-punk band Au Pairs, released in 1981. The album is characterized by its sharp, angular sound and feminist themes, with influences from punk rock and funk. It features a mix of spoken word and melodic vocals, creating a unique sonic landscape that critiques gender roles and societal norms. The band's dynamic instrumentation and provocative lyrics garnered them a dedicated following and positioned them as a significant act in the post-punk movement.