Swing the Heartache: The BBC Sessions

Bauhaus

Swing the Heartache: The BBC Sessions

RELEASED: July 18, 1989
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. A God in an Alcove 4:07 2. Telegram Sam Meaning 2:25 3. Double Dare Meaning 4:54 4. The Spy in the Cab 4:08 5. In the Flat Field Meaning 2:46 6. St. Vitus Dance Meaning 2:26 7. In Fear of Fear Meaning 2:46 8. Poison Pen 3:10 9. Party of the First Part 5:24 10. Departure Meaning 4:54 11. The Three Shadows, Part 2 Meaning 2:57 12. Silent Hedges Meaning 3:07 13. Swing the Heartache Meaning 5:13 14. Third Uncle Meaning 5:15 15. Ziggy Stardust Meaning 3:12 16. Terror Couple Kill Colonel Meaning 3:37 17. Night Time Meaning 3:11 18. She's in Parties Meaning 3:40
Historical Archive
Swing the Heartache: The BBC Sessions is a compilation album by the English gothic rock band Bauhaus, featuring recordings from their sessions at the BBC between 1979 and 1983. The album showcases the band's distinctive sound characterized by dark, atmospheric instrumentation and Peter Murphy's haunting vocals. It includes live performances of some of their most acclaimed tracks, highlighting their influence on the post-punk and goth music scenes. The album is celebrated for its raw energy and the unique interpretations of their studio material, solidifying Bauhaus's legacy as pioneers of gothic rock.