Killing Joke - Love Like Blood (Official Video)

[@OriginalUsername]

Rest in peace Geordie. One of the most influential yet underrated guitarists ever

[@kookoothebirdgirl1]

And he had the BEST dry sense of humor! Funny as hell…Damnit. The world lost an amazing guy. I’m heartbroken 💔

[@cjrpropertyinspectionsjohn3417]

I can't believe I never heard of Geordie or Killing Joke until he passed away (grew up in the 70's & 80's). Now bands like Metallica (Or Kirk's guitar style), and songs like Nirvana's "Come As You Are" make so much sense to me. I feel like I have been so sheltered my entire life! 😂

[@italianjob4947]

Who said he was underrated?

[@decimated550]

Cannot believe so many notes and tones came out of one guitar. It was just a swarm over your head and in your brain. Farewell sir

[@dead_6931]

WHAT HE DIED ?? I JUST LEARNED BOUT THIS BAND THIS YEAR🥲

[@johnwatt72]

It’s 2024 and I’m listening to this song for the first time in years, forgot what a brilliant tune it is!👍😁

[@real-eyes-realise-real-lie8888]

I keep coming back to this. Awesome! Think you will too x

[@pauljmccluskey5532]

I’m listening in September 2024 and still love this track to this day ❤

[@neilmacdonald4913]

Its just genius !

[@LPJack02]

RIP the two members of Killing Joke Geordie Walker (December 18, 1958 - November 26, 2023), aged 64 Paul Raven (January 16, 1961 - October 20, 2007), aged 46 You both will be remembered as legends.

[@wilfwilliams]

I was there the very first time Paul picked up a bass. True story..

[@colinjones3078]

Good comment!👍 I remember seeing the gang back in the early eighties, in Hammersmith. Couldn't hear a thing properly for at least a couple of days! Great memories, thanks lads!!! ❤

[@BJones-gs4hn]

Ok 🙏

[@BJones-gs4hn]

All expiration dates

[@ruudvandiermen8747]

Time flies,rest in peace forever ❤

[@IGolem]

“Cut the rose in full bloom”. Rest in grace Geordie

[@thesoundoftoulouse]

There are certain 80’s songs that give me an overwhelmingly painful and bittersweet sense of nostalgia. "Love like blood" is definitely one of them.

[@western-oud1898]

I'm with there buddy..painfully nostalgic

[@freakbeatagogo1208]

Exactly my feeling. I think there's a Welsh word - hiraeth - that is sharper and more sadly longing than the English "nostalgia". It's a heartfelt yearning for a fondly remembered past that cuts deep and is indeed bittersweet. Poppies by Teardrop Explodes or Public Image have the same effect on me. They put me in an exact time and place where the world was full of possibilities and i was bursting with raw energy 😁

[@KrecikTube]

That's the word I needed in my life, as I get this feeling more and more often lately

[@OneHalfOfBent]

They don’t make them like this anymore, so they?

[@luissantiago8446]

This song seemed to always set one up for the more serious matter played at the tail end of the evening out.

[@OMNIFICPICTURES]

Rest in peace Mr. Walker. Guitar tone like angels at war. I shall always miss your guitar work. One of my favorites.

[@thebigdentist251]

Angels at war. That's an excellent description. Fair play to you, sir.

[@racheladkins6060]

Absolutely agree.

[@APPEALtoFEAR]

"Strength and beauty, destined to decay" Absolutely haunting. A masterpiece.

[@BabylonCentral]

@ronniedoorzon1576 And we all lived happily ever after.

[@Michel-eg9eh]

"So cut the rose in full bloom" is classical wisdom (carpe diem). "Promised lands and fields that never fade in season", see Arthur Rimbaud's "A Season in Hell": why regret the everlasting sun, if we are sworn to a search for divine brightness - far from those who die as seasons turn.

[@Michel-eg9eh]

Divine brightness being "brighter than a thousand suns", I'm pretty sure Jaz Coleman would concur!

[@NotSoMuchFrankly]

_"Strength and beauty, destined to decay"_ As do all the works and dreams of man.

[@Michel-eg9eh]

@@NotSoMuchFrankly Some works (of art notably) endure, and some dreams come true, though. But all of this is fleeting in the end, so I concur with your comment overall.

[@slxguitar]

Sadly Kevin Walker passed away today, with 64 years way to young to go... RIP "Geordie" Thank you for the music you left with us..

[@robertorobles336]

26-11-2023 RIP Geordie , thanks for pieces like this one...

[@RichieRich-ic4si]

Rest easy Geordie, thank you for creating such an influential sound.

[@superchaserbr]

RIP Geordie Walker of Killing Joke. Left us suddenly and way too soon at 64. The owner of a decimating sound like no other guitar player on Earth.

[@allthingsbegin]

DAMN RIGHT

[@kennethbryant7480]

RIP Geordie, a very influential guitarist of the post-punk genre.

[@brightonmart]

One of THE defining tracks of the 80s which still sounds amazing in 2023 🙌🏻

[@robpierce4712]

The bass line absolutely makes this song. RIP Paul Raven.

[@ufo-intruders1208]

Ripped off from thin lizzy

[@vipercollectibles]

Those opening notes will always stick with me. Gonna miss you Mr. Walker.

[@diggerbarnes5708]

RIP Geordie, amazing guitarist.

[@wavecat1]

2023 and this is still a masterpiece

[@georgemathie8123]

Absolutely this is a fantastic and timeless song you have awesome taste in music

[@slavasmrti3328]

I am diving for work in my car, and this song is a sound track was 13 when this song was arrived

[@angelpatton3851]

Dang u guys had good music great track

[@5tyyu]

Took me 2 hours on internet to find this song. Couldn't remember the name. Also Shape & Numan- change ur mind is a great number of 1985

[@real-eyes-realise-real-lie8888]

Heard this today at work and remembered who it was immediately! Not heard it since 80s! Fab to find it again! ❤

[@Gilboy63]

One of the most brilliant bands England has produced. Pure genius. RIP Geordie. We all loved you bro.

[@88anarahammertime]

The synths in the intro give me shivers every time.

[@louise_rose]

The thundering bass and drums riff too, it's like seeing a column of tanks advancing down your street... or fighter jets in the sky above. Brilliant song!

[@jefflee2458]

Every fucking time

[@jye_24]

@@louise_rose The Guitar Riff is the best thing, the first thing you hear and the best, the Riff is from another World.

[@louise_rose]

@@jye_24 The song completely captures the Zeitgeist of the later Cold War, the fear of a nucle*r Armageddon and the feeling of having been sent in as players into a drama we had never been part of writing or asked to be in. I remember those days and the song is indeed a time-capsule. "Heartshine" by Mother Love Bone (recorded in 1989), with a similar thundering riff and pounding drums, does something similar - also a brilliant song and to me that one is also about a generation, not just one guy's anguish. Now we are almost there once again.

[@zogames8659]

Every instrument used in this track is brilliant and striking. They all add their individual touch to it.

[@AjaxTotaalnl]

I was 11 in 1985. This song gave that year a special place in my heart. The first time i heard this song, the first sounds (intro) i immediately fell in love with it. RIP Geordie Walker.

[@erictjujerman2093]

😊❤ me 2

[@erictjujerman2093]

Exactly the same impression, and the same age😅

[@AjaxTotaalnl]

@@erictjujerman2093 We're getting older but we still got our good taste in music. :-)

[@astrosandtarots]

Rest in peace, Geordie 😢...amazing guitarist, amazing talent... you will be missed. 😢❤

[@paulocraice]

Had the luck to see them 3 times, original formation. No other band will ever mix metal, raw punk and dark wave at the same time and sound PERFECT and HOMOGENEOUS.

[@redghettosun9785]

This song was my introduction to Killing Joke back in 85. The guitar work hooked me in and never let go. I went out and immediately bought the record. Still my favorite Killing Joke release. RIP Geordie.

[@drazenl7046]

RIP Geordie 🙏 This intro riff makes you immortal...

[@UCHUJIN0]

This is hard, I'm 38 but the influence of Geordie's guitar playing on my own is massive. Left the stage, but never forgotten.

[@luappmek]

Lyrics, guitar, drums, bass line... Everything in this song is perfect !!! From the 1st second till the last, a masterpiece of the 80's 🙏

[@S-Theo]

What about vocal ?

[@fraterrah]

RIP Geordie. God, what a handsome bloke.

[@cookieinthewoods]

That lad on bass like... "This is how it's gonna be"

[@gmansi]

Thin Lizzy - Holy War kzbin.info/www/bejne/j6HOmZJqg5KjbtE

[@lucy327rss]

Paul Ferguson is got to be one of the most overlooked great rock and roll drummers ever

[@georgemathie8123]

Absolutely such an amazing drummer who never got his due

[@らるふきんぐ]

Incredible - How on earth did He do that!?!

[@BillBlazejowski]

When you live in a world with John Bonham, Neil Peart, Stewart Copeland and Scott Rockenfield you're going to be overlooked.

[@yanudol]

As a drummer, I hated him LOL

[@jr-ox2vp]

The way he plays looks like just another normal day for him.. Incredible..!

[@riklionheart23]

That opening riff shivers down my spine… RIP Geordie Walker x

[@chelsey90]

Hands down one of the best Killing Joke songs

[@mikeoleary1723]

Yes it is Chelsey. You have great taste .

[@flannerymonaghan-morris4825]

RIP Geordie Walker. May you be shredding the guitar in heaven.

[@ichabodcrane2487]

RIP Mr. Walker. Many thanks to Killing Joke for this unique song. Without punk/post punk, the 80s, which were full of incredible music, would have been unthinkable.

[@PeaLoop]

Favorite riff of all time. RIP Geordie.

[@crisgadelhart]

Mötley Crue loved this riff so much that put it in Dr.Feelgood hahahahaha

[@mrzooropa93]

RIP Geordie. Thanks for giving us this masterpiece. Sleep well, champ.

[@IKONtheband]

This is song, this band changed my life as a 14 year old kid seeing this track on the Tv. Rest in Peace Geordie.

[@Idontlikepeople7]

Not joking when I say this might be the greatest song of all time

[@foto21]

It's in my top 50. Once a song gets there, I don't bother deciding which is greater.

[@patrik-vw4ek]

Certainly has power ... I'll grant you that...a leviathan of a song! 👍

[@steves7896]

You're killing me.

[@MichaelClohessy-n3p]

its in my top 25 and top 3 of the 80s

[@Idontlikepeople7]

@@MichaelClohessy-n3p definitely

[@guerilla6460]

Kevin "Geordie" Walker died yesterday. Gutted. Rest in peace, brother.

[@de-mond95]

1:03 this how you play the drums...with full passion

[@patrickwest3076]

RIP TO AN ABSOLUTE LEGEND. VERY SAD.ONE OF THE COOLEST GUITAR PLAYERS EVER.THANKS FOR THE GREAT MUSIC GEORDIE.

[@osmarkeiroz7304]

Geordie Walker guitar tones are so thick and at the same time so ethereal... One of the best guitarists of Rock history but so underrated.

[@readwrite769]

Nobody could duplicate Geordie, most unique sound and this song was one of my favorites, he was a guitar hero.

[@rozchristopherson648]

Props to the drummer and the bass guitar that give this song the "traveling" vibe.

[@audiolego]

The drummer rocks man. I like his moves and style. Sooo new wave. And that guitarist Geordie, what a sound.

[@CK-tx2lf]

What about the bass player? I think it's the bass that characterises Killing Joke. Youth is a world renowned bass player

[@fastbike6764]

I believe Geordie's secret to his 'wall of sound' is he records multiple tracks

[@DutchEddie]

@@CK-tx2lf It's Paul Raven playing here.

[@canderamirez5612]

yes l like that

[@Heatfarmer]

@@fastbike6764 No problem in recording this in one take using di and several amps, but probably multiple takes to make it sound a bit thicker

[@Just2532yd]

Rest in peace Geordie, one of the best guitarists of his generation

[@gino1581]

1985..."Love Like Blood"...Le gros son qui revella KILLING JOKE... Tout simplement "Énorme" !

[@maxmillion6428]

I drank deep of the 80s, don’t regret one moment, I was so lucky to be young back then. The music says it all. Unprecedented.

[@vannjunkin8041]

I listen to 80s everyday❤

[@real-eyes-realise-real-lie8888]

❤ we were so blessed. Oblivious at the time x

[@vannjunkin8041]

@real-eyes-realise-real-lie8888 we really were blessed.. the music was so good and so easily futuristic ... it will always sound futuristic .. especially in the gray horizons of today.

[@paultreadaway102]

I wonder Killing Joke and this Great Song influence and ive seen them in Motley Crues biggest hit in Dr Feelgood got that same brilliant riff in both or tasty samples.

[@paultreadaway102]

Everyone wanted to grow up now like many of us want to return and never leave.Getting old really suxs yikes omg scary gosh who would have thought flawless genius we were part not knowing the novelty factor in life would provide.To a certain point in age and time getting to it's 40s anyways Class of 85-89 it's that's me to be blessed and part of the greatest decade of all time never to forget miss it so much oh hail the 80s atmosphere could harp on and explain vibes and feelings like no other time or place in history

[@ronny-2112]

Rest In Peace Geordie, thank you so much for your music, we will miss you. Thank you Killing Joke for all the music you give us... 😢🌿🙏

[@AlphaBravoDingo]

RIP Geordie, he was an icon on the guitar to me

[@thewiseoldman]

RIP Geordie Walker. Thank you for the riffs 🙏

[@alanstrom2221]

It doesn't get much better than this. It's one of the best crafted songs of all time and one of the best audio experiences of the 80's. I thank the Universe for me being born in 1961. When Killing Joke played at The Glider Room, Dee Why Hotel in the mid- 80's the sound engineer had everything tirned up to eleven, probably louder. The Bass was causing much discomfort to the people in the packed room. Big tough, tattooed guys were leaving the venue because the excruciating volume was intolerable. My existence was like a Clash song " Should I Stay or Should I go. I stayed, because I didn't want to miss my only chance to see this band LIVE. Looking around the room to see the crowd singing along with passion to EIGHTIES, was worth the price of admission. Great band!!!!!

[@govinda102000]

Yep. It was great being in the NY metro area at the time. Cool clubs such as Kriptons and Backstage but good systems were hit and miss with other clubs.

[@Erny_Module]

As Lemmy famously said: "If its too loud, you're too old!". Roughly same age as you, grew up with this band in the UK, Thatchers Britain and all that, Killing Joke distilled and encapsulated the feeling of the time. Hear this, or "Eighties" and I'm transported back instantly. What a tune. What a band. What days to be alive.

[@karstenjung4434]

Way to go brother

[@sheilasydneynotyerbizniz2933]

Lucky you. I have to make do with the video's. KJ was so underrated. Timeless.

[@zochbuppet448]

Well we know this was a masterpiece when I herd it at the time ...give you goose bumps ...well the whole Brighter than a 1000s suns album including the cover. I was a teen and never heard of them and was just getting in post punk /punk. But the big airy (space), hollow sound was not originally theirs....they got that from The Chameleons. But the big sound with the muscular guitar riff became their finger print.

[@chrissilvester5663]

2022 & this tune is still an absolute masterpiece all these years later. Quality music never goes out of fashion

[@redskies4530]

Hi I recommend A New 80's style indie rock Song Called 'Looking into the Mirror' By Robert Nix

[@winowarrior9392]

Finding this now and this song is sick. They rock it and break all the expected norms throughout. They don't follow a pattern unless it is their own! Hahahaha. Awesome.

[@biancahogervorst]

Better music then, most music nog sucks

[@louise_rose]

Brilliant song, wonderfully played, sung and performed - a true generational anthem of those days and a classic now. It's right up there with the greatest songs of Joy Division or early (pre-arena rock) Simple Minds.

[@memopadilla5931]

Here is my club from the 80's where we played this same music and danced like crazy: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJmQnamtp959pMk

[@vonsopas]

RIP Geordie. Underrated and nonetheless a most influential guitarist of a great and underrated band. This is a beautiful video BTW

[@EmiliaGarciaHaurie]

This kind of music will never die, they're just one of a kind. My parents started with this legacy, and we'll continue with our families in the future

[@tostare]

One of the great alt-rock basslines. RIP Paul Raven, we salute you, you crazy bastard.

[@zyxlv]

+

[@DigginSoul]

x

[@sunshineofrays6977]

tostare...👍🤭

[@steph2k1uk]

Thought Martin Glover aka Youth was the bassist.

[@MODtheband]

steph2k1uk Youth left before this time. This is Paul Raven’s period in the band (though IIRC Youth did return much later)

[@deankind]

I just discovered this song...how have I been alive 38 years and never heard this! Amazing, love it

[@JamesMitchell-gw1hz]

I only heard of killing joke through a friend who watched them play a lot of gigs in Sheffield. That said this song was there most commercially recognised tune.

[@Supernova_Creations]

Same feeling, I'm 43

[@Ritff666l-e9e]

Because you were not born then ?

[@deankind]

@@Ritff666l-e9e lol wasn't born for Wizard of Oz either...:p

[@Ritff666l-e9e]

@@deankind lol You were born a year after this How could a Millenial have known it ? Maybe try some Millennial Music, like Justin Bieber ? :D

[@marcomazotti]

WHAT A SONG! RIP Walker. For me, one of the best 80s songs!

[@charlesbirch1302]

I've been fortunate to see many awesome bands in their prime. I saw Killing Joke on this tour. It was, without doubt, one of the best gigs I've been to EVER. The energy that the band created, and that we all felt, in that 'room' was electric, fierce and palpable.

[@HumbertoMendoza1898]

Lyrics: We must play our lives like soldiers in the field The life is short I'm running faster all the time Strength and beauty destined to decay So cut the rose in full bloom 'Til the fearless come and the act is done A love like blood A love like blood 'Til the fearless come and the act is done A love like blood A love like blood Everyday through all frustration and despair Love and hate fight with burning hearts 'Til legends live and man is god again And self-preservation rules the day no more We must dream of promised lands and fields That's never fade in season As we move towards no end We learn to die Red tears are shed on gray 'Til the fearless come and the act is done 'Til the fearless come and the act is done

[@grantyboy7057]

Ty all

[@vilain_moineau]

I just discovered this song now, because I was reading my mother's old letters to a close friend of her. In 1992 he wrote an entire page to her about how much this song was important for him. And now I'm here, 28 years later, listening to the same exact song that he used to listen to. And this feels magical. [Update : idk if anyone cares but I'm currently trying to find and contact her friend, because we have a lot to talk about, wish me luck ! ]

[@frenchwah2750]

That's because it is.

[@gr3y_eminence]

Whoa that's crazy and beautiful to read. Killing Joke has had a lot of great material of 40 years, very diverse but bluntly put...a sort of punk period but with synth and some good writing, then came this era which was very underrated by fans at the time...Night Time (1985) and Brighter Than a Thousand Suns (1986) may be to your taste; especially the former since Love Like Blood is on it. From there it got more progy and then they got heavier, a bit industrial, not full on metal to my metal attuned ears but that's what music journalists will say : ) ha. Democracy (1996) is also great, took awhile to click. But for anyone reading Night Time is really work it start to finish, it was the bridge between the first big style jump. Glad I finally got into them in the past few years after numerous encounters; I had become so focused on singles and then life turned more introspective. A lot of people only like one or two albums because they can be so different in terms of face value aesthetic i.e. "rebellious uk punk" "new wave" "industrial" "shoegaze" all styles a good band can perform as can a skilled theater actor; playing a variety of roles with a pathos that is still their own. P.S. I sometimes read my uncle's old diaries and it is an amazing connection to have their voice in your head again. Be well friend.

[@bobloco6823]

I love this post. I feel that magic as I'm writing this. Thanks for sharing.

[@vilain_moineau]

@@bobloco6823 I'm so happy I made you feel the bit of magic i felt reading this letter, have a great day my friend ❤

[@vilain_moineau]

@@gr3y_eminence thank you so much ! I'm gonna listen to that as soon as I can !

[@voodooopaque6357]

This still gives me chills to this day, such a excellent track

[@caveman4598]

Glory to the workers party solidarity for all workers ✊⚒️

[@danking8379]

Deliciously dark , Sad and melancholy but also uplifting . Genius

[@ramibjörn]

some say geordie was underrated guitarist! for me he was man with great style and that sound when you hear that sound you know who was playing rest in peace great talent! geordia walker .

[@d10srelish40]

Who's listening to this masterpiece in..... 2021 ? timeless song .

[@krasubke]

(￣ー￣)ゞ

[@sally-annmccarthy5323]

Me. Loved this back in the day as a teen in London and its still a banger.

[@SymphonyMasses]

from mexico!

[@taliertagreen7264]

From Ukraine!

[@iristamssot7619]

From Ontario Canada!

[@ElizabethOwen-u4l]

RIP Geordie; I hope you continue to chase those incredible guitar tones ♥️

[@thedon9247]

The odd thing about the 80's is that they feel more futuristic than the future we actually ended up getting in the 2020's. It's sad, in a way.

This is the best thing I've ever read about the 80s

[@zoomosis]

For someone who grew up listening to the music of the '60s this would've been incredibly futuristic and almost completely alien. The musicians at the time would've known they were breaking new ground with the technology available to them, especially with synths and new production techniques. The newly-available tech influenced and inspired how the songs were written and recorded. Plus of course the rock and punk music of the '70s that the members of bands like Killing Joke would've grown up listening to. The Fixx is another band that springs to mind. It's a snapshot in time that can't be replicated again. Which isn't to say we can't still record new music like this. But it's arguably more difficult now because the same inspirations aren't there.

[@nsjx]

brilliant

[@tomrawley6549]

the modern daY MUSIC IS CRAP.

[@thedon9247]

I agree, i was born in 97 and always preferred listening to music from the 80's and 90's, and some early 2000's rock too. I absolutely can't stand Rap in any form, and i want to shoot myself whenever i walk into a bar and some shitty mumble rap is playing on the radio. And to be honest with you, most modern music these days is all Rap.

[@thefairyqueen369]

Such an iconic band from the most creative era in music we will ever have, on this planet. This type of diversity in music from that era, will never come again, we have had the best, and all writing the comments here I am sure experienced this and the memories this song brings back just cannot be put into words......we were the fortunate ones! RIP Geordie!

[@chrislevane1953]

This songs arrangement is beautiful and dark. Brings me back. Miss the 80's when times were genuine.

[@gertneetesonne3176]

So true mate

[@charlesrast4235]

I built a time machine

[@julosx]

I was 17 when it was released and believe me I was an awful lot into it and even more now !

[@screamerchannel9295]

Indeed. Feeling we live at the 80s

[@rjjcms1]

I've still got the 7" of it I bought back then when I was 20.

[@seabasssimpson4547]

RIP Geordie, a life well lived sir!

[@mattheweckman8394]

It’s got an 80’s era vibe yet still timeless. Aged much better than most music back then and always sounded even better Live.

[@brandonyankowski4319]

80s vibe? It's Dr feelgood a motley crue song

[@HeartandSoul59]

Why did you leave us Geordie we needed you ! You re one of the best guitarist for sure, a wall of sound, incredible riffs, and an incredible gentleman. I am SO SAD :'( RIP 😢

[@2strokemerc]

RIP Geordie Walker, loved your sound.

[@ooo_Kim_Chi_ooo]

Paul Raven's bass line is absolutely infectious in this song.

[@lyricraven3477]

Truly incredible

[@floriangabriel5202]

Way ahead of his time. Nowadays you would call this "djent" or something like that.

[@iristamssot7619]

Still gives me goosebumps!!!

[@ahumanjustbeing2466]

"Dr feelgood"- esque

[@btbennett6]

@@ahumanjustbeing2466 I’ve always wondered if Nikki sixx may have been influenced by this, or maybe flat out lifted it.

[@mattlunetta490]

I remember hearing this for the first time & thinking this was the most unique amazing song I’d ever heard. Fast fwd almost 40yrs and I feel pretty good about saying I was right. Not many songs out there that could be released in 1985 or 2023 and still be a monster, this is definitely one. I’ll check back when I retire and guarantee it’s still a jam.

[@real-eyes-realise-real-lie8888]

Agree 100% Love this as much today as in 80s😊

[@mia-aara]

It will be.

[@backslash68]

listen to their album "brighter than a thousand suns" it's full of pearls like this one.

[@AlonsoMayorgaReal]

❤

[@karencopsey2625]

R.I.P. Geordie. You were one of my guitar heroes. Killing Joke will never be the same. 😢

[@Trancegirl1966]

I am proud to say that when this track was first released over 37 years ago, I was around and purchased this album on Vinyl. Killing Joke was my introduction to many great acts to follow like The Cure.. I am 52 years old now and I will never forget great tracks like this.

[@pierref1313]

Same feeling than you for a Canadian of 51 !!

[@smileywazzup]

Same here....53... the Netherlands

[@kuntakinte3922]

Over 37 years ago? This song ist from 1985.

[@daggylmcgra9653]

@@kuntakinte3922 ; Yes Toby, and I hope you found your Roots.

[@philipm06]

Bought this in 1985 - heading for 68 - what fun.

[@fatalexception1269]

That haunting intro..never gets old after 30 yrs.

[@SuperChoronzon]

+k3zza_ m4chin3_ Indeed, just thought the same thing

[@narreddarr8092]

so this is early 80s?? really? you sure it's not earl;y 90s?

[@fatalexception1269]

1985 was the year of release.

[@enriquegs4242]

1985 , just middle 80's

[@martinpreikschat8023]

1985...

[@pauldavis3755]

R.I.P. Geordie….this will live forever🖤

[@craigforeveryoung427]

Guitar genius. Leaves a phenomenal sound for us to enjoy. RIP Geordie.

[@andreasstiglauer8634]

Thank You Mr Kevin Walker !! Rest In Peace !!

[@nedzadbadnjevic6885]

Rest in Peace,brother.

[@Angrboda999]

Probably one of the best rock songs ever. I never tire of listening to it. As a band they may not have longevity of Led Zep or Sabbath but this one track puts them in my 'Desert Island Discs' list.

[@wanstedt0138]

They have put out 30 albums not including live and compilation albums. Double Led Zeppelin’s output and more than Sabbath as well.

[@APPEALtoFEAR]

@@wanstedt0138 This may be an unpopular opinion. But I believe that bands/artists should make *less* music , not more.

[@VIMaggotVIBrainzVI]

@@APPEALtoFEAR I agree with you in many cases, but Killing Joke has been stunningly consistent over the course of their entire discography so far (barring a minor misstep into cheesy synth-pop in the late 80s). They've gone through so many stylistic phases but still manage to maintain the essence of their signature sound.

[@foto21]

I don't think I've ever heard bass and scraped guitar more in unison than on this song. Drum sound incredible. Love the piano strikes. Great vocal production.

[@armandguridi]

18 in 1985! What à great music and musicians we were lucky to have in those days! Every time i hear this song, sends me back to that period whzn I was so young and felt everything was possible.. how I miss thé days...

[@elente]

37 years and now i find this band?!?!?! Wow... life have good moments.

[@stylebynicky809]

fan since forever

[@angelbernal8412]

Same here, I have discovered this band right now and listening this song for the very 1st time

[@tinymushroom7076]

better late than never ;)

[@Flaca81]

Same here. Amazing band

[@tappetovolanteviaggi8808]

;)

[@ajsuli8048]

There are some bands I can only listen to in small doses as my mind, body & soul are only able to absorb so much of their unbelievable magic. This is one of those bands.

[@williamsomerville-b6r]

Saw them at the Caley Palais in Edinburgh way back in the day fantastic live band . Didn't know the guitarist had passed away he was immense. RIP Geordie.

[@carriefawcett9990]

Jazz Coleman the most underrated vocalist, songwriter ever!❤🎉

[@JimmygBHOY]

I had the good fortune to see KJ live at Glasgow Tiffanys back in 1982, as a wee plukey -faced 16y.o. punk rocker! Although not the most mobile frontman ever to have graced a Stage, Jaz did have a very commanding Stage presence, and voice that certainly delivered the message and held the attention,in a termedously terrifying way, Less was very definitely more, just a lick of war-paint/make-up and some silent screams,amidst his powerful vocals ,accompanied by sporadic yet timely hand gestures, his raised clenched fist for example, did the job. Then again, i guess he didnt have to move around the stage much in any case, as the sheer energy and blissful aural assault generated by the Band's terrific music , also delivered /done the job, and some.

[@carriefawcett9990]

Wow, you are so lucky​@@JimmygBHOY!! I named my son Keith-James so he's called KJ. That's how much I love this group. Thanks for your comment!❤❤

[@renaygarseeya]

The bass line riff is hypnotic and seductive!

[@gmansi]

Almost the same as kzbin.info/www/bejne/j6HOmZJqg5KjbtE

[@needahandle]

Riffs sound a bit like The Holy War by Thin Lizzy

[@gmansi]

​@@needahandleSure is taken from there

[@gmansi]

​@@needahandlekzbin.info/www/bejne/q37Pg4x5gth8rKsfeature=shared

[@Frod6]

This is a track that has to be played at full volume. Still blasting this out.......

[@MrJoJomusic74]

Rest in peace Geordie 🙏

[@alanstrom2221]

I've just stumbled on the terrible news that Geordie has passed away. He's only 2 years older than me. RIP mate. Great guitar work from Geordie over the decades. His family can be proud. I'll be singing or internally shouting "Eighties" all day now. Loudest and most painful gig I went to was "KILLING JOKE" at a place in Dee Why, Sydney on the beautiful Northern Beaches. The Venue was called The Glider Room. It was so loud that people were leaving the Venue.

[@Tommi6810]

No words for this.... I'am a boy of the 80's, I can't explain it, this is so real, thx. ❤️

[@taliertagreen7264]

Geordie was a great guitar player. R. I. P legend😢🥺😔😔😔😔😔

[@wreckage-vs5jv]

And when fkng corona is over I'll open a club for just this music and people who are nice and dress black.

[@pineapplepenumbra]

They reckon it will come back again in a mutated form (well, that is what viruses tend to do), but then again, Spanish Flu mutated into something less obnoxious.

[@damer651]

Let me know, I'll be one of your first customers.

[@alyciamarrison2916]

All nice people dress in Black!

[@drchrone]

Can I play with my band?

[@derekdykeman9160]

Sounds good to me.

[@wayniewayne]

Rest In Peace Kevin you fkn LEGEND

[@Hertog46]

2022 Still a masterpiece !!!

[@mikecalabrese4386]

ABSOLUTLEY

[@danieloswald844]

Still grabs hold immediately!

[@alanalejandroarroyohernand9052]

For sure

[@SimoniousB]

Ukraine?

[@patricksullivan7854]

Oh yes

[@Sinisa202]

That bassline by Paul Raven sends shivers down my spine

[@gmansi]

Thin Lizzy - Holy War kzbin.info/www/bejne/j6HOmZJqg5KjbtE

[@Sinisa202]

@@gmansi thanks !

[@gmansi]

@@Sinisa202 👌🎸 Maybe it's a pretty generic bass line and they make different changes to it Another example: The Human League - The Lebanon (Remastered 2003) kzbin.info/www/bejne/inmQkJWpeNyXiNk

[@blackcoffy83]

I discovered this song through Spotify and I was captivated as soon as I heard it! It's beautiful and haunting all at the same time 💖💖

[@Trancegirl1966]

It's an amazing track! I first heard it back in 1985. You're right, it's beautiful and haunting at the same time. Regards from Australia 💐

[@gmansi]

Also check this one kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYCTcmOOmLysbpo

[@joannaheyman]

Me too!

[@TheSpookyDuke]

80s are incomparable, matchless.

[@foto21]

80s underground, not 80s above ground. This was definitely in the underground, though it did peak its head above the floor, it was so well done.

[@TheSpookyDuke]

@@foto21 I disagree respectfully. To me all 80s music was great, mainstream or alternative. Live aid is one pretty impressive proof of my claim.

[@rafaelsida5155]

Not many songs can make me feel what this song does... Pierces my soul!

[@FMZ101]

What are, to you, some songs that do the same?

[@bilbobaggins4710]

This song drove me to a suicide attempt after a beer binge 😭

[@FMZ101]

Fuck that specific beer binge man! Hope you are ok now.

[@rafaelsida5155]

@@bilbobaggins4710 wow dude life is great! Hope you're well!

[@rafaelsida5155]

@@FMZ101 alone again or by the damned