Gang of Four "Entertainment"

A classic. 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.

This 2021 reissue has been remastered from the original tapes by Frank Arkwright at Abbey Road, with supervision by Jon King.

1 Ether
2 Natural's Not in It
3 Not Great Men
4 Damaged Goods
5 Return the Gift
6 Guns Before Butter

1 I Found That Essence Rare
2 Glass
3 Contract
4 At Home He's a Tourist
5 5-45
6 Anthrax