VA - Gothic Rock, The Ultimate Collection [2008] (5 x CDs)

GOTH ROCK

VA - Gothic Rock, The Ultimate Collection [2008] (5 x CDs)

Released by Jungle Records in 2008, “Gothic Rock: The Ultimate Collection” is a box set that delves into the depths of the gothic rock movement. This comprehensive collection spans five CDs and includes the following subtitles:

CD1 - Gothic Rock

CD2 - Gothic Rock 2, Out o the 80s

CD3 - Gothic Rock 2, Into 90’s

CD4 - Gothic Rock 3, Black On Black, Best Of 80’s Collection CD1

CD5 - Gothic Rock 3, Black On Black, Best Of 80’s Collection CD2

The gothic rock genre emerged from the post-punk scene in the late 1970s in the United Kingdom. Characterized by its dark, atmospheric soundscapes, introspective lyrics, and a sense of melancholy, gothic rock resonates deeply with its audience. The genre is distinguished by its use of minor chords, reverb, and haunting melodies, often drawing inspiration from gothic literature and themes of sadness, nihilism, and dark romanticism.

As the genre evolved, it gave rise to a broader goth subculture that encompassed not only music but also fashion, art, and literature. The goth subculture is known for its distinctive style, which includes dark clothing, dramatic makeup, and an overall aesthetic that reflects the themes of the music. This subculture has had a lasting impact on popular culture, influencing everything from fashion to film.

“Gothic Rock: The Ultimate Collection” captures the essence of this movement, offering listeners a journey through the evolution of goth rock from its early days to its more contemporary iterations. The box set includes a diverse array of tracks that showcase the genre’s signature sound and thematic depth. By presenting a wide range of artists and styles within the gothic rock genre, this collection provides a comprehensive overview of a musical movement that continues to captivate and inspire. (B)

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Track lists

CD01

01 Bauhaus - Dark Entries 3:52

02 Southern Death Cult - Moya 4:39

03 X-Mal Deutschland - Incubus Succubus Ii (Album Version) 4:29

04 Theatre Of Hate - Black Madonna 3:20

05 Gene Loves Jezebel - Shaving My Neck 2:54

06 Fields Of The Nephilim - Preacher Man 4:53

07 Uk Decay - Testament 3:06

08 Virgin Prunes - Pagan Love Song 3:27

09 Danse Society - We're So Happy 5:01

10 Tones On Tail - Burning Skies (Edit) 5:15

11 Alien Sex Fiend - Now I'm Feeling Zombified (Live) 6:13

12 Sex Gang Children - Dieche 4:29

13 Specimen - Syria 3:15

14 Play Dead - Propaganda 3:12

15 Christian Death - This Is Heresy (Video Edit) 3:15

16 Gitane Demone - Incendiary Lover 4:04

17 Marionettes - Ave Dementia (Edit) 3:50

18 Rosetta Stone - Deeper 4:51

19 Creaming Jesus - Reptile 3:49

CD02

01 Bauhaus - Kick In The Eye (Single Mix) 3:38

02 Theatre Of Hate - Original Sin (Single Version) 3:34

03 Southern Death Cult - Fat Man (Unreleased Version) 3:38

04 Virgin Prunes - Baby Turns Blue 3:39

05 Specimen - Stand Up Stand Out 3:17

06 March Violets - Snake Dance (7" Mix) 4:06

07 Red Lorry Yellow Lorry - Monkeys On Juice 3:11

08 Skeletal Family - The Wind Blows 4:13

09 Mission - Raising Cain (Single Edit) 4:56

10 Fields Of The Nephilim - Trees Come Down 6:29

11 Christian Death - The Divine Enigma 5:13

12 Play Dead - This Side Of Heaven (Extended Version) 4:25

13 Under Two Flags - Lest We Forget 3:08

14 Bolshoi - A Way (Original 7" Mix) 4:28

15 Christian Death (Feat. Rozz Williams) - Spiritual Cramp (Sacrifice) 3:11

16 Alien Sex Fiend - Comatose (Full On Industrial Bongos From Hell Mix) 5:30

CD03

01 Children On Stun - Sidelined 4:10

02 Inkubus Sukkubus - Belladonna & Aconite 4:06

03 Love Like Blood - Kiss And Tell 5:04

04 Two Witches - Requiem 4:47

05 Creaming Jesus - Celebrity Cannabilism (Edit) 5:28

06 Rosetta Stone - Cimmerian 4:32

07 Nosferatu - The Wiccaman 4:43

08 Die Laughing - Safe Little World 4:41

09 Ataraxia - Canzona 3:16

10 Shroud - She... 3:25

11 Corpus Delicti - Saraband (Edit) 4:54

12 Into The Abyss - Banner Of The Fray 4:34

13 Big Electric Cat - Paris Skyes 4:05

14 Vendemmian - Masquerade 4:15

15 Ostia - Lady In Flight 3:50

16 London After Midnight - Revenge 4:08

17 Artica - Sarajevo 3:34

18 Chaz Matthews - Numb 2:26

19 Midnight Configuration - No Limits 3:04

CD04

01 Cult - Spirit Walker 3:36

02 Theatre Of Hate - Do You Believe In The Westworld? 4:27

03 Fields Of The Nephilim - Blue Water 5:44

04 March Violets - Walk Into The Sun 4:30

05 Danielle Dax - Yummer Yummer Man 3:20

06 Bauhaus - Passion Of Lovers 3:46

07 Marc Almond & Andi Sex Gang - The Hungry Years (Edit) 4:41

08 Play Dead - The Tenant 5:35

09 X-Mal Deutschland - Qual 3:44

10 Christian Death - Church Of No Return 3:33

11 New Model Army - Bittersweet 3:04

12 Red Lorry Yellow Lorry - Walking On Your Hands 2:37

13 Alien Sex Fiend - I Walk The Line 4:48

14 Sex Gang Children - Sebastiane 3:09

15 Gene Loves Jezebel - Desire 4:17

16 Danse Society - Somewhere 4:02

17 Damned - 13th Floor Vendetta (His Masters Delight) 4:54

CD05

01 Skeletal Family - Promised Land 4:49

02 Creaming Jesus - A Forest 3:11

03 Sexbeat - Sweat 3:13

04 Specimen - Hex (7" Version) 4:26

05 Bone Orchard - Shall I Carry The Budgie Woman? 2:39

06 Turkey Bones & The Wild Dogs - Raymond 8:31

07 Ritual - Questioning The Shadow 6:34

08 In Excelsis - The Sword 4:48

09 1919 - Cry Wolf 4:23

10 Salvation - Diamond Child 4:25

11 Screaming Dead - A Dream Of Yesterday 3:59

12 Rubella Ballet - Slant And Slide 3:24

13 Dark - The Masque 3:41

14 Cuddly Toys - Bring On The Ravers 4:06

15 Actifed - Crucifixion 4:18

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