The Lords of the New Church's self-titled debut showcased a band blending gothic rock, post-punk, and new wave with a dark, often sardonic lyrical edge. The album established their unique sound, drawing from punk's raw energy and adding elements of gothic atmosphere and even hints of gospel influence, as noted in its genre tags.
- The album was released on A&M Records in July 1982.
- The band comprised members with roots in prominent punk and new wave acts, including Stiv Bators (The Damned) and Brian James (Sham 69).
- The album is often cited as a key release in the gothic rock and post-punk movements of the early 1980s.
The Lords of the New Church were a British-American rock band formed in London in 1981. The band was fronted by former The Damned punk singer Stiv Bators and former Sham 69 guitarist Brian James.
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