Tinderbox
Siouxsie and the Banshees · 1986
61 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock · new wave · post-punk
A kaleidoscopic blend of atmospheric rock and haunting melodies, underscored by Siouxsie's distinctive vocal presence.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions atmospheric background focus dynamic emotional journeys
- Context
- Released on April 21, 1986, 'Tinderbox' marked Siouxsie and the Banshees' seventh studio album, following their acclaimed 'Hyæna' from 1984. By this time, the band was solidifying their place in the post-punk landscape, experimenting with new wave sounds while maintaining their gothic rock roots.
- If you like
- alternative rock, new wave, post-punk
Tinderbox is an album by Siouxsie and the Banshees, released in 1986. A kaleidoscopic blend of atmospheric rock and haunting melodies, underscored by Siouxsie's distinctive vocal presence. 'Tinderbox' was notable for its commercial success, reaching No. 26 on the UK Albums Chart and spawning the hit single 'Cities in Dust,' which peaked at No. 21. The album's innovative sound and production techniques reflected a shift towards a more polished style that influenced subsequent alternative and gothic rock artists. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Tinderbox sound like?
A kaleidoscopic blend of atmospheric rock and haunting melodies, underscored by Siouxsie's distinctive vocal presence. Rooted in alternative rock and new wave.
What makes Tinderbox by Siouxsie and the Banshees notable?
'Tinderbox' was notable for its commercial success, reaching No. 26 on the UK Albums Chart and spawning the hit single 'Cities in Dust,' which peaked at No. 21. The album's innovative sound and production techniques reflected a shift towards a more polished style that influenced subsequent alternative and gothic rock artists. Released on April 21, 1986, 'Tinderbox' marked Siouxsie and the Banshees' seventh studio album, following their acclaimed 'Hyæna' from 1984. By this time, the band was solidifying their place in the post-punk landscape, experimenting with new wave sounds while maintaining their gothic rock roots.
Who is Tinderbox for?
Tinderbox works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, atmospheric background focus and dynamic emotional journeys.
How many songs are on Tinderbox?
Tinderbox has 13 tracks, running approximately 61 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Candyman 3:43
- 2 The Sweetest Chill Standout 4:07
- 3 This Unrest Standout 6:21
- 4 Cities in Dust Standout 3:53
- 5 Cannons 3:15
- 6 Party’s Fall 4:57
- 7 92° 6:03
- 8 Lands End 6:07
- 9 The Quarterdrawing of the Dog 4:58
- 10 An Execution 3:50
- 11 Lullaby 3:34
- 12 Umbrella 4:11
- 13 Cities in Dust (extended version) 6:49
Release Date
April 21, 1986
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
61 min 53 sec
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