The Scream

Siouxsie and the Banshees

The Scream

RELEASED: November 13, 1978
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. Pure 1:52 2. Jigsaw Feeling 4:37 3. Overground 3:50 4. Carcass 3:49 5. Helter Skelter 3:48 6. Mirage 2:50 7. Metal Postcard (Mittageisen) 4:15 8. Nicotine Stain 2:58 9. Suburban Relapse 4:12 10. Switch 6:51
Historical Archive
The Scream is the debut studio album by English post-punk band Siouxsie and the Banshees, released on 20 November 1978. The album is notable for its dark, atmospheric sound and Siouxsie's distinctive vocal style, blending punk rock with avant-garde aesthetics. The Scream received critical acclaim and is often regarded as one of the seminal works of the post-punk movement, influencing countless artists in various genres. Its themes often explore alienation, love, and existential dread, set against a backdrop of innovative instrumentation.