"Storm the Gates of Heaven" is a document of Wayne County & The Electric Chairs at their most confrontational and energetic, capturing the raw power of their live performances and their uncompromising attitude. This album stands as a vital artifact of early punk's rebellious spirit and transgressive artistry.
- The album was recorded at The Power Plant in London, a studio also used by many other notable punk acts.
- "Storm the Gates of Heaven" was the band's second album, following their 1977 debut "Wayne County and the Electric Chairs."
- Despite its raw energy, the album received limited commercial attention upon release, but has since become a cult classic among punk aficionados.
Wayne County & The Electric Chairs were a pioneering trans woman-fronted punk band from New York City, known for their flamboyant stage presence and raw, anthemic sound. At the time of "Storm the Gates of Heaven," they were a key act in the late-70s punk and protopunk scenes, bridging the gap between glam and the burgeoning UK punk movement.
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