Killing Joke Love Like Blood 1985 E'G Music Vinyl LP 881 618-1 ( VG+ VG+ )

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Available for purchase is a Killing Joke Love Like Blood 1985 E'G Music Vinyl LP 881 618-1 ( VG+ VG+ )
"Love Like Blood" is one of the most iconic and commercially successful songs by the British post-punk/industrial rock band Killing Joke. Released in 1985, the track appeared on their fifth studio album, "Night Time", which marked a significant evolution in the band's sound, moving towards a more accessible, melodic, and atmospheric post-punk style with gothic and new wave influences. The song was issued as a single and became one of the band's biggest hits, reaching No. 16 on the UK Singles Chart and gaining international recognition.
The Band and Musical Shift By 1985, Killing Joke had already established themselves as a leading force in the post-punk and industrial rock scenes. The band, formed in 1978 by vocalist Jaz Coleman, guitarist Geordie Walker, bassist Paul Raven, and drummer Paul Ferguson, was known for their aggressive, dark, and politically charged music, often blending punk, dub, and heavy metal influences. Their early work featured raw, chaotic energy and an apocalyptic lyrical vision.
However, with the "Night Time" album, Killing Joke shifted towards a more polished and structured sound, influenced by new wave and gothic rock. This transition helped the band reach a wider audience, while still maintaining their signature intensity.
"Love Like Blood" - A Dark Anthem The song "Love Like Blood" is one of the defining moments of this era. Featuring a hypnotic bassline, shimmering guitar work, and atmospheric synthesizers, the track carries a melancholic yet anthemic quality. Lyrically, the song explores themes of romanticized violence, loyalty, passion, and existential longing, which fit well within the gothic and post-punk aesthetics of the mid-1980s.
Jaz Coleman's deep, brooding vocals deliver the lines with an almost chant-like intensity, reinforcing the song's mystical and dramatic atmosphere. The title itself draws from German philosopher Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's 18th-century concept of “love like blood”, symbolizing deep emotional and spiritual commitment, often associated with sacrifice.
Production and Release The album "Night Time" and its singles, including "Love Like Blood", were produced by Chris Kimsey, who had worked with The Rolling Stones and Peter Frampton. His influence helped shape the album’s more polished and expansive sound, making it more radio-friendly than the band’s earlier, rawer efforts.
"Love Like Blood" was released as a 12-inch vinyl single under the E'G Music label (catalog number 881 618-1) and became one of Killing Joke’s most recognizable and enduring tracks. It was particularly successful in Germany, the Netherlands, and Belgium, solidifying the band's European presence.
Legacy and Influence Decades after its release, "Love Like Blood" remains one of Killing Joke’s most beloved songs, frequently played at their live shows and covered by various artists. Its influence can be heard in the music of later bands such as The Sisters of Mercy, Nine Inch Nails, and even Metallica, who have cited Killing Joke as an influence.
The track continues to resonate with fans of gothic rock, post-punk, and alternative music, standing as a testament to Killing Joke's ability to evolve while maintaining their dark, apocalyptic vision.

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