Siouxsie and the Banshees

(pronounced Soo-zeee)

Siouxsie and the Banshees-They are now considered one of the foremost "Gothic rock" bands, but that can barely begin to describe their musical achievements. They emerged as a dark, abrasive, artistic Post-punk band, and after reforming in 1979 or 80, they returned with a more pop-oriented, but still dark sound, steeped in swirling psychedelia and poignant lyrics. Then they started to suck. Of course, this is just in my opinion, but like so many other bands I like- The Clash and David Bowie, for instance- they just hit the brink of coolness and got really bad. It's a sad thing, but as long as I've got their earlier albums, I'm content.

Pictures:

Siouxsie looks mature yet angstful

Links: House of Banshee Worship

MIDIs:

Israel- What you're hearing now.

Mittageisen (Metal Postcard)- from their first album, The Scream.

Exterminating Angel