Filth is an Alt/Indie album by Swans, originally released in 1983. On Gatefold: 20 pressings tracked, owned by 10 collectors.
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Filth is the debut studio album by American experimental rock band Swans. Only band leader and vocalist Michael Gira and drummer Jonathan Kane remained from the original lineup of the band. Filth is the first Swans release to feature the experimental and noisy playing style that the band's early work would become known for. The album's distinct sound is partly the product of a new lineup featuring two drummers (Roli Mosimann and Kane). It also marks the first appearance of future Swans regular Norman Westberg. Michael Gira – bass guitar, vocals, tapes Jonathan Kane – drums, percussion Roli Mosimann – drums, percussion, tapes Norman Westberg – guitar Harry Crosby – bass guitar.
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Tracklist
- 1Stay Here5:35
- 2Big Strong Boss3:02
- 3Blackout3:47
- 4Power For Power5:52
- 5Freak1:13
- 6Right Wrong4:43
- 7Thank You3:52
- 8Weakling5:20
- 9Gang3:18
Sound DNA
- Alt/Indie
- Noise Rock
- abrasive
- intense
- urban
Notes from the original pressing. Later editions may differ.
Recorded at Vangard Studios N.Y.C. April 1983.
Also released in an edition of 500 copies (opens in a new tab) in white sleeve, hand-painted by M. Gira.
Runouts are etched except [EDP logo] is stamped.
Credits
The people behind it.
Performers
- Harry CrosbyBASS
- Jonathan KaneDRUMS, PERCUSSION DRUMS PERCUSSION
- Michael GiraBASS BASS, TAPE, VOCALS, LYRICS BY BASS, VOCALS, TAPE
- Norman WestbergGUITAR
- Roli MosimannDRUMS, PERCUSSION DRUMS, PERCUSSION, TAPE DRUMS
- Bob PezzolaGUITAR
- Daniel Galli-DuaniSAXOPHONE
- Sue Hanel
10 collectors on Gatefold own this · 20 pressings tracked on Gatefold
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