Gang Of Four ‎– Entertainment! VG/G

Released in 1979, Gang of Four’s debut album, Entertainment!, was a shot of adrenaline in the post-punk movement. While drawing on the raw energy of punk rock, it wasn’t afraid to experiment, incorporating influences from funk, reggae, and dub. This stylistic blend created a sound that was both danceable and jarring, with sharp guitar jabs and frontman Jon King’s spoken-word vocals spitting out critiques of society.

The album wasn’t just interested in making you move; it aimed to make you think. The lyrics, heavily influenced by leftist ideology, tackled themes of consumerism, media manipulation, and gender roles. Songs like “Damaged Goods” took aim at the transactional nature of relationships, while “Not Great Men” challenged the glorification of historical figures. Entertainment! wasn’t just an album, it was a statement – a call to see the world through a critical lens, all while keeping your feet moving.