Complete List Of Gang Of Four Albums And Songs

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Gang of Four was formed in Leeds, England, in 1976. The band was known for their edgy, sharp guitar-driven sound and socio-politically charged lyrics, which both critiqued and reflected the tumult of their times. They are often credited with pioneering the post-punk movement alongside other bands like Wire and the Pop Group. Over their career, Gang of Four released ten studio albums, several live albums, and a number of compilations.

The band experienced various lineup changes throughout their career, with guitarist Andy Gill being the only constant member until his death in 2020. Their debut album Entertainment! is frequently listed among the greatest punk albums of all time, influencing a wide range of musicians across various genres. The band saw moderate commercial success with their albums charting in the UK, US, and Australia, and they remained a critical favorite, praised for their innovation and the intellectual depth of their music.

GANG OF FOUR STUDIO ALBUMS

Entertainment! (1979)

Released: September 1979

Label: EMI

Entertainment! was Gang of Four’s debut album and is considered a seminal work in the post-punk genre. Recorded at The Workhouse Studios, London, in 1979, it was produced by Andy Gill, Jon King, and Rob Warr. The album features sharp political and social commentary woven through a mix of punk and funk. Entertainment! reached number 45 in the UK and number 39 in Australia, showcasing their initial commercial success.

CD Track Listings:

“Ether” – 3:52
“Natural’s Not in It” – 3:08
“Not Great Men” – 3:05
“Damaged Goods” – 3:29
“Return the Gift” – 3:05
“Guns Before Butter” – 3:49
“I Found That Essence Rare” – 3:12
“Glass” – 2:30
“Contract” – 2:40
“At Home He’s a Tourist” – 3:32
“5.45” – 3:45
“Anthrax” – 4:24

Solid Gold (1981)

Released: March 1981

Label: Warner Bros.

Solid Gold, Gang of Four’s second studio album, continued to explore the band’s blend of punk and funk, with a slightly darker and more aggressive tone than its predecessor. The album was recorded at Abbey Road Studios in London, England, and was produced by Jimmy Douglass and the band. It peaked at number 52 in the UK and number 190 in the US, demonstrating their growing international presence.

CD Track Listings:

“Paralysed” – 3:21
“What We All Want” – 4:54
“If I Could Keep It for Myself” – 4:09
“Outside the Trains Don’t Run on Time” – 3:15
“Why Theory?” – 2:32
“Cheeseburger” – 4:05
“The Republic” – 3:20
“In the Ditch” – 4:21
“A Hole in the Wallet” – 4:01
“He’d Send in the Army” – 4:27

Songs of the Free (1982)

Released: May 1982

Label: Warner Bros.

For their third album, Songs of the Free, Gang of Four moved towards a slightly more mainstream sound incorporating elements of dance and synth-pop while maintaining their trademark lyrical sharpness. This album was produced by Andy Gill, Jon King, and Mike Howlett and recorded at Ridge Farm Studios, Surrey, England. It charted at number 61 in the UK and number 175 in the US.

CD Track Listings:

“Call Me Up” – 3:35
“I Love a Man in a Uniform” – 4:06
“Muscle for Brains” – 3:17
“It Is Not Enough” – 3:28
“Life! It’s a Shame” – 4:06
“I Will Be a Good Boy” – 3:50
“The History of the World” – 4:40
“We Live as We Dream, Alone” – 3:40
“Of the Instant” – 4:58

Hard (1983)

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Released: September 1983

Label: Warner Bros.

Hard marked a further evolution in the band’s sound, incorporating more elements of new wave and synth. Produced by Andy Gill, Jon King, and the Albert Brothers and recorded at the Hit Factory Studios in Miami, this album reached number 168 on the US Pop charts, reflecting its mixed reception but continued presence in the American market.

CD Track Listings:

“Is It Love” – 4:35
“I Fled” – 3:54
“Silver Lining” – 4:13
“Woman Town” – 5:12
“A Man With a Good Car” – 3:45
“It Don’t Matter” – 3:54
“Arabic” – 3:39
“A Piece of My Heart” – 3:14
“Independence” – 4:05

Mall (1991)

Released: May 1991

Label: Polydor

Mall represented a significant shift in Gang of Four’s sound, incorporating a more polished production and exploring themes of consumerism and modern alienation. The album was produced by Andy Gill and recorded at Strongroom, Maison Rouge, and Power Plant in London, reflecting the band’s experimental approach during this period. Despite mixed reviews, Mall showcased the band’s willingness to evolve and adapt to the changing musical landscape of the early 90s.

CD Track Listings:

“Cadillac” – 5:29
“Motel” – 3:34
“Satellite” – 3:58
“F.M.U.S.A.” – 5:01
“Don’t Fix What Ain’t Broke” – 4:02
“Impossible” – 0:54
“Money Talks” – 3:36
“Soul Rebel” – 4:05
“Hiromi & Stan Talk” – 0:43
“Colour from the Tube” – 3:45
“Hey Yeah” – 3:42
“Everybody Wants to Come” – 4:01
“World Falls Apart” – 6:08

Shrinkwrapped (1995)

Released: 1995

Label: Castle

Shrinkwrapped continued to build on the band’s exploration of modern society’s intricacies, delving into personal and psychological themes. Recorded in London and produced by Andy Gill, this album marked a return to their more aggressive and raw sound, while still incorporating new musical influences and technologies. The album was remastered and re-released in 2025 after the rights reverted to the band.

CD Track Listings:

“Tattoo” – 4:08
“Sleepwalker” – 3:30
“I Parade Myself” – 4:10
“Unburden” – 3:13
“Better Him Than Me” – 3:49
“Something 99” – 2:49
“Showtime, Valentine” – 4:42
“Unburden Unbound” – 2:45
“The Dark Ride” – 3:35
“I Absolve You” – 4:04
“Shrinkwrapped” – 3:25

Return the Gift (2005)

Released: October 2005

Label: V2

Return the Gift was a unique project for Gang of Four, involving re-recordings of their earlier tracks by the band’s original lineup. This release not only served as a revisit to their roots but also as a way to regain control over their back catalog. The album was produced by Andy Gill at his London studio and also included a second disc of remixes by other artists.

CD 1 – Re-recordings:

“To Hell With Poverty” – 3:57
“Damaged Goods” – 3:25
“Natural’s Not in It” – 3:09
“Not Great Men” – 3:10
“Why Theory?” – 2:23
“Anthrax” – 4:09
“Paralysed” – 3:24
“What We All Want” – 4:53
“Ether” – 3:37
“He’d Send in the Army” – 4:12
“Capital” – 3:40
“I Love a Man in Uniform” – 3:40
“At Home He’s a Tourist” – 3:38
“We Live as We Dream, Alone” – 3:20

CD 2 – Remixes:

“To Hell With Poverty” (Go Home Productions Remix) – 5:30
“Natural’s Not in It” (Ladytron Remodel) – 4:15
“I Love a Man in Uniform” (Yeah Yeah Yeahs Remix) – 4:18
“Ether” (Into the Ether Tony Kanal Remix) – 4:56
“At Home He’s a Tourist” (The Others Remix) – 4:51
“Not Great Men” (Phones Extended Version) – 6:08
“Anthrax” (Faultline Remix) – 4:06
“Damaged Goods” (Hot Hot Heat Remix) – 2:28
“Why Theory?” (Amusement Parks on Fire Remix) – 2:42
“Natural’s Not in It” (Repackaged by The Rakes) – 3:30
“At Home He’s a Tourist” (The Others Alternate Mix) – 3:28
“What We All Want” (Dandy Warhols Remix) – 4:53

Content (2011)

Released: January 2011

Label: Yep Roc

Content was Gang of Four’s first album of new material in over 16 years, reflecting their continuous evolution and commitment to addressing contemporary issues. Recorded at various locations, including London and Leeds, this album saw the band revisiting their classic sound while incorporating modern elements. It was received with enthusiasm by fans and critics alike for its relevant commentary and sharp production.

CD Track Listings:

“She Said ‘You Made a Thing of Me'” – 3:49
“You Don’t Have to Be Mad” – 3:15
“Who Am I?” – 3:34
“I Can’t Forget Your Lonely Face” – 3:56
“You’ll Never Pay for the Farm” – 3:52
“I Party All the Time” – 3:42
“A Fruitfly in the Beehive” – 3:44
“It Was Never Going to Turn Out Too Good” – 2:48
“Do As I Say” – 3:25
“I Can See from Far Away” – 2:58

What Happens Next (2015)

Released: 2015

Label: Metropolis/Membran

What Happens Next saw Gang of Four navigating further into the realm of electronic and experimental music, reflecting the changes in the band’s lineup and musical direction. The album features collaborations with various artists, adding a fresh dynamic to their sound. It was recorded across several studios globally, highlighting the band’s international influence and reach.

CD Track Listings:

“Where the Nightingale Sings” – 4:02
“Broken Talk” – 4:19
“Isle of Dogs” – 3:47
“England’s in My Bones” – 3:10
“The Dying Rays” – 3:28
“Obey the Ghost” – 4:37
“First World Citizen” – 4:03
“Stranded” – 3:36
“Graven Image” – 4:05
“Dead Souls” – 3:23
“Staubkorn” – 3:32

Happy Now (2019)

Released: 2019

Label: Gill Music Ltd

Happy Now combines Gang of Four’s signature critique of modern society with a pop-oriented approach, reflecting their adaptation to the current musical climate while retaining their core identity. This album continues to address the paradoxes of contemporary life with sharp wit and an engaging sound, recorded and produced by the band in England.

CD Track Listings:

“Toreador” – 3:34
“Alpha Male” – 4:33
“One True Friend” – 4:24
“Ivanka – ‘My Name’s On It'” – 3:52
“Don’t Ask Me” – 3:41
“Change the Locks” – 4:07
“I’m a Liar” – 4:09
“White Lies” – 3:43
“Paper Thin” – 3:38
“Lucky” – 4:40

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GANG OF FOUR LIVE ALBUMS

At the Palace (1984)

Released: 1984

Label: Mercury Records

At the Palace captures Gang of Four performing live, offering a raw and energetic showcase of their post-punk style. This album, recorded in Hollywood during the band’s 1984 farewell tour, highlights the band’s aggressive and rhythmically driven sound, featuring a mix of their classic tracks and newer material at the time.

CD Track Listings:

“We Live As We Dream Alone” – 3:56
“History’s Not Made By Great Men” – 2:55
“Silver Lining” – 4:12
“The History Of The World” – 4:45
“I Love A Man In A Uniform” – 3:32
“Paralysed” – 3:06
“Is It Love” – 5:27
“Damaged Goods” – 4:00
“At Home He’s A Tourist” – 4:20
“To Hell With Poverty!” – 4:41

Live…In The Moment (2016)

Released: 2016

Label: Metropolis Records

Live…In The Moment is a more recent live recording that revisits Gang of Four’s influential sound with performances of both classic tracks and selections from their later albums.

CD Track Listings:

“Where The Nightingale Sings” – 4:28
“History’s Not Made By Great Men” – 3:22
“I Parade Myself” – 5:06
“Paralysed” – 3:29
“What We All Want” – 5:20
“Love Like Anthrax” – 4:06
“Do As I Say” – 3:21
“Stranded” – 3:37
“Damaged Goods” – 4:28
“Isle Of Dogs” – 4:21
“At Home He’s A Tourist” – 4:04
“To Hell With Poverty” – 4:37
“Why Theory?” – 2:54
“I Found That Essence Rare” – 3:38

GANG OF FOUR EXTENDED PLAYS

Damaged Goods EP (1978)

Released: October 1978

Label: Fast Product

Damaged Goods was Gang of Four’s first commercial release, a three-track EP recorded at Cargo Studios in Rochdale and co-produced by the band and Bob Last.

Track Listings:

“Damaged Goods”
“Love Like Anthrax”
“Armalite Rifle”

Yellow (1980)

Released: 1980

Track Listings:

“Outside The Trains Don’t Run On Time” – 3:13
“He’d Send In The Army” – 3:39
“It’s Her Factory” – 3:07
“Armalite Rifle” – 2:48

Another Day/Another Dollar (1982)

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Released: 1982

The Another Day/Another Dollar EP was recorded at Sarm West in London and produced by Nick Launay. Two live tracks were also included, recorded at the Hammersmith Palais in 1981.

Track Listings:

“To Hell With Poverty!” – 4:59
“Capital (It Fails Us Now)” – 4:04
“History’s Bunk!” – 2:59
“Cheeseburger” (Live) – 3:40
“What We All Want” (Live) – 5:24

The Dying Rays Collection / Die Staubkorn Sammlung (2015)

Released: August 2015

The four-track EP features Herbert Grönemeyer singing English- and German-language versions of “The Dying Rays,” along with remixes by Rivalry.

Track Listings:

“Staubkorn” – 3:32
“The Dying Rays” (Rivalry Remix) – 5:46
“The Dying Rays” – 3:28
“The Dying Rays” (Rivalry Remix – Instrumental) – 5:46

Complicit EP (2018)

Released: April 2018

Track Listings:

“Lucky” – 5:01
“Ivanka (Things You Can’t Have)” – 4:50
“I’m A Liar” – 4:38
“Lucky” (10 O’Clock Chemical Remix) – 3:45

This Heaven Gives Me Migraine EP (2020)

Released: February 2020

Track Listings:

“Anthrax (Andy Speaks)” – 0:52
“The Dying Rays (2020)” – 3:26
“Natural’s Not in It” – 3:19
“Toreador” – 3:44
“Purple in Nature (Andy Speaks)” – 0:08

ANTI HERO EP (2020)

Released: July 2020

Track Listings:

“Forever Starts Now” – 3:06
“Day Turns To Night” – 3:20
“Change The Locks (2020)” – 3:36
“Glass (2020)” – 2:14

GANG OF FOUR STAND-ALONE SINGLES

Lord Make Me A Cowboy (1982)

Released: 1982

“Lord Make Me A Cowboy” was issued on a flexi-disc with issue 16 of the Dutch magazine Vinyl in 1982.

Track Listing:

“Lord Make Me A Cowboy”

Second Life (2008)

Released: 2008

“Second Life” was a stand-alone release and the first new Gang of Four song since Shrinkwrapped. The release also included several remixes.

Track Listings:

“Second Life” – 3:45
“Second Life” (Savile Robots Remix) – 4:29
“Second Life” (The Horrors Remix) – 4:34
“Second Life” (Whitey Remix) – 3:59
“Paralyzed” (Tortoise Remix) – 3:25

NO KINGS HERE! (2026)

Released: April 2026

“NO KINGS HERE!” was released on April 3, 2026. The song features lyrics by Jon King and music by Hugo Burnham, Gail Greenwood, Jon King, and Ted Leo, and was produced by Nick Launay.