The Sky's Gone Out' cemented Bauhaus's status as purveyors of dark, dramatic post-punk, venturing into more experimental sonic territory.
- The album was recorded at competitive rates and features the band's first cover song, "Third Uncle" by Brian Eno.
- Despite a more restrained sound compared to their debut, the album reached #4 on the UK Indie Chart.
- The original release was controversial for its stark, unsettling cover art, which was later changed for subsequent pressings.
Bauhaus was a seminal post-punk band from Northampton, England, formed in 1978 and best known for pioneering the gothic rock genre. By 1982, with their third album, they were solidifying their influence while pushing the boundaries of their sound.
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