Label: Matador
Reissued 4/23/21, originally released 1979
Propelled by a political mission and some wicked bass playing, the Gang of Four released 'Entertainment' in 1979. Though king sings, "two steps forward, six steps back" (in 'at home he's a tourist'), the only reason Gang of Four could have for stepping back is that they are so far ahead of the curve. This record is - without question - one of the most important records from the post punk era. #and, while the album's title was almost certainly intended as sarcasm, this is also a really good listen.
Track Listing:
- Ether
- Natural's Not in It
- Not Great Men
- Damaged Goods
- Return the Gift
- Guns Before Butter
- I Found That Essence Rare
- Glass
- Contract
- At Home He's a Tourist
- 5-45
- Anthrax