Democracy

Democracy represents a fascinating pivot point for Killing Joke, stripping away the suffocating metallic density of their previous work in favor of an expansive, shimmering sound. The title track is an anthem of disillusionment, built on Geordie Walker's signature chorus-drenched guitar work which manages to sound both crystalline and heavy. It is a sound that feels like a sunset over a crumbling metropolis: beautiful, but tinged with the orange glow of a distant fire. The rhythmic foundation is tribal and hypnotic, a hallmark of the band that remains intact even as they embrace the more melodic sensibilities of mid-90s alternative rock.

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