The Stranglers

United Kingdom Est. 1974

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Sound in a sentence: "Rhythmic tension is built through pulsing basslines and driving percussion, accompanied by jagged guitar riffs that interplay with haunting melodies."

The Stranglers carved out a distinctive place in the punk and post-punk landscape, bringing a darker, more melodic sensibility to the genre. They bridged the gap between raw energy and intricate soundscapes, often challenging the norms of their contemporaries with a mix of aggression and sophistication that resonated with disaffected youth. Their ability to blend biting social commentary with infectious hooks paved the way for a new wave of artists who sought depth along with immediacy. Employing a blend of sharp lyrics and rich instrumentation, The Stranglers took a unique approach to songwriting that set them apart from their peers. Their music often incorporates elements of jazz and progressive rock, creating a layered complexity that contrasts with the simplicity typical of punk. This willingness to experiment with structure and melody not only expanded the emotional range of their songs but also encouraged audiences to engage with their music on multiple levels. Lyrically, The Stranglers often explore themes of alienation, desire, and societal critique, delivered through a voice that balances irony and sincerity. Their storytelling tends to be impressionistic, inviting listeners into gritty urban narratives while remaining relatable. This combination creates an atmosphere where personal experience intertwines with broader cultural observations, leaving lasting impressions long after the music stops.

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Discography

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Dark Matters

Giants

Live at the Apollo 2010

Decades Apart

Friday the Thirteenth

Rattus at the Roundhouse

Suite XVI

On Stage on Screen

The Very Best of The Stranglers

Coast to Coast: Live on Tour

Norfolk Coast

Miss You

Live 'n' Sleazy

Gold

Live at the Apollo

Sweet Smell of Success – Best of the Epic Years

Euro Live

Lies and Deception

Out of the Black

Laid Black

Peaches: The Very Best of The Stranglers

The Rarities

5 Live 01

The Stranglers

Saturday Night, Sunday Morning

Hits Collection

Collection

Coup de Grace

The Masters

Written in Red

The Collection

The Best of the Epic Years

The Hit Men

About Time

The Sessions

Strangled from Birth and Beyond

All Twelve Inches

The Early Years '74 '75 '76 Rare Live and Unreleased

Stranglers in the Night

10

Greatest Hits 1977–1990

Singles (The UA Years)

Rarities

Dreamtime

Off the Beaten Track

Aural Sculpture

Feline

The Collection 1977–1982

The Gospel According to the Meninblack

La Folie

IV

The Raven

Black and White

Rattus Norvegicus

No More Heroes

The Stranglers and Friends – Live in Concert

Acoustic in Brugge

The Old Testament

Live at the Hope and Anchor

Live (X Cert)

Access All Areas

All Live and All of the Night

Live at the Hammersmith Odeon '81

Singles ()

Spectre of Love

Always the Sun

Strange Little Girl

La Folie

European Female

Golden Brown

Thrown Away

Bear Cage

Duchess

Nice 'n' Sleazy