Killing Joke is an English post-punk group which formed in October 1978 in … Read Full Bio ↴Killing Joke is an English post-punk group which formed in October 1978 in Notting Hill, London, England. Founding members Jaz Coleman (vocals, keyboards) and Geordie Walker (guitars) have been the only constant members, with Geordie having died on the 26th of November 2023 in Prague following a stroke 2 days earlier.

A key influence on industrial rock, their early music was described by critics Stephen Thomas Erlewine and John Dougan as well as industrial metal and "quasi-metal, dancing to a tune of doom and gloom," which gradually evolved over the years, incorporating elements of electronic music, synth-pop, gothic rock, and alternative rock, though always emphasizing Coleman's "savagely strident vocals."

Finding modest commercial success, Killing Joke have influenced many later bands, such as Nirvana, Ministry, Amen, Lamb of God, Nine Inch Nails, Napalm Death, Amebix, Big Black, Godflesh, Tool, Prong, Metallica, Primus, Jane's Addiction, Soundgarden, Foo Fighters, Faith No More, Blacklist, Shihad and Korn, all of whom have at some point cited some debt of gratitude to Killing Joke.

Blood Sport
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As the lyrics to "Blood Sport" are instrumental only, there are no words to analyze or interpret. However, analyzing the instrumental composition, one can get a sense of the emotions the song is meant to evoke. The song is dark, intense, and brooding, with a driving beat that propels the listener forward. The guitar riff is repetitive and hypnotic, with an almost mechanical quality that creates a feeling of tension and unease. The bass and drums provide a solid foundation for the guitar to build upon, and the overall effect is both unsettling and powerful.

Interestingly, "Blood Sport" was originally recorded as the B-side to Killing Joke's 1980 single "Wardance." However, the song received significant airplay on college radio stations and became a fan favorite, leading to its inclusion on the band's 1985 compilation album "Revelations." The song's popularity eventually led to its inclusion on several other Killing Joke compilations and retrospective releases.

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Written by: JEREMY COLEMAN, MATTHEW FERGUSON, MARTIN GLOVER, KEVIN WALKER

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