About this album
Where they were
D.o.A: The Third and Final Report of Throbbing Gristle is Throbbing Gristle's third studio album, released in 1978. At this point, they were already established pioneers of the industrial music genre following their influential debut album, The Second Annual Report. This release continued to push boundaries and solidify their reputation for confronting social taboos through avant-garde soundscapes.
Why it matters
This album is significant for its role in defining the industrial music scene, influencing countless artists and genres that followed. It has been hailed as a critical work in experimental music, earning a spot in various 'best of' lists and demonstrating Throbbing Gristle's unique ability to intertwine art, politics, and sonic experimentation. The track "Hamburger Lady" in particular has sparked discussions around censorship and the limits of artistic expression.
Essential tracks
- "Hamburger Lady" — This track exemplifies Throbbing Gristle's provocative approach, using haunting sound design and disturbing lyrics to confront themes of trauma and violence.
- "Dead on Arrival" — With its lengthy exploration of dark ambient textures and dissonant rhythms, this track showcases the band's capability to create immersive soundscapes that provoke unease.
- "We Hate You (Little Girls)" — This song stands out for its shock value and commentary on societal issues, encapsulating the band's confrontational ethos through abrasive sounds and provocative lyrics.
Release Date
January 1, 1978
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Tracklist
- 1 I.B.M. 2:35
- 2 Hit by a Rock 2:32
- 3 United 0:16
- 4 Valley of the Shadow of Death 4:01
- 5 Dead on Arrival 6:10
- 6 Weeping 5:31
- 7 Hamburger Lady 4:15
- 8 Hometime 3:46
- 9 AB/7A 4:31
- 10 E‐Coli 4:17
- 11 Death Threats 0:40
- 12 Walls of Sound 2:49
- 13 Blood on the Floor 1:06
- 14 Five Knuckle Shuffle 6:43
- 15 We Hate You (Little Girls) 2:08