album · October 1, 1980

In the Flat Field

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Bauhaus's debut album, "In the Flat Field," is a landmark of gothic rock, characterized by its raw energy, Peter Murphy's dramatic vocals, and Daniel Ash's innovative guitar work. The album captured the band's intense live sound and helped define the genre.

Bau-haus, formed in Northampton, England in 1978, is a seminal band in the post-punk and gothic rock scenes, best known for their highly theatrical live performances and sonically adventurous music. At the time of "In the Flat Field's" release in 1980, the band was solidifying their dark, driving sound and establishing themselves as a key act on the burgeoning 4AD label.

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