Complete List Of Siouxsie and the Banshees Albums And Songs

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This Complete List Of Siouxsie and the Banshees Albums And Songs presents the full discography of Siouxsie and the Banshees studio albums. The band Siouxsie and the Banshees was first formed in 1976 The group Siouxsie and the Banshees hails from the area of London, England. This complete Siouxsie and the Banshees discography also includes every single live album. All these roaring Siouxsie and the Banshees albums have been presented below in chronological order. We have also included all original release dates with each Siouxsie and the Banshees album as well as all original Siouxsie and the Banshees album covers. Every Siouxsie and the Banshees album listed below showcases the entire Siouxsie and the Banshees album tracklisting.

SIOUXSIE AND THE BANSHEES STUDIO ALBUMS

The Scream

Released 1978

This seminal debut from Siouxsie and the Banshees served as a foundation for the post-punk era. It was both haunting and groundbreaking, a combination of dark lyricism with jagged guitars and pulsating rhythms. The album had a lasting impact on the goth and punk scenes that were in their formative stages.

The album featured Siouxsie Sioux on lead vocals, Steven Severin on bass, John McKay on guitars, and Kenny Morris on drums. Produced by Steve Lillywhite, it was released on Polydor Records. The album was recorded at Olympic Studios, London, between May and August 1978.

CD Track Listings:

“Pure” – 1:50
“Jigsaw Feeling” – 4:38
“Overground” – 3:48
“Carcass” – 3:49
“Helter Skelter” – 3:47
“Mirage” – 2:50
“Metal Postcard (Mittageisen)” – 4:14
“Nicotine Stain” – 2:58
“Suburban Relapse” – 4:09
“Switch” – 6:47

Join Hands

Released 1979

This album took the band in an even darker, more atmospheric direction. While it might not have reached the commercial heights of other albums, it became a cult classic, especially in the gothic rock subgenre.

The album featured Siouxsie Sioux on lead vocals, Steven Severin on bass, John McKay on guitars, and Kenny Morris on drums. Produced by Mike Stavrou and Nils Stevenson, the album was released on Polydor Records. It was recorded at various studios, including Air Studios in London, between January and March 1979.

CD Track Listings:

“Poppy Day” – 2:00
“Regal Zone” – 3:50
“Placebo Effect” – 4:36
“Icon” – 5:29
“Premature Burial” – 5:53
“Playground Twist” – 2:59
“Mother/Oh Mein Papa” – 3:20
“The Lords Prayer” – 14:10

Kaleidoscope

Released 1980

With “Kaleidoscope,” the Banshees displayed a wider palette of sounds, moving somewhat away from their darker, more abrasive roots. It marked the introduction of guitarist John McGeoch and drummer Budgie into the band’s lineup, adding new layers of complexity and sophistication.

The album featured Siouxsie Sioux on lead vocals, Steven Severin on bass, John McGeoch on guitars, and Budgie on drums. Produced by Nigel Gray, it was released on Polydor Records. The album was recorded at Surrey Sound Studios between February and April 1980.

CD Track Listings:

“Happy House” – 3:51
“Tenant” – 3:40
“Trophy” – 3:18
“Hybrid” – 5:35
“Clockface” – 1:51
“Lunar Camel” – 3:03
“Christine” – 2:59
“Desert Kisses” – 4:14
“Red Light” – 3:20
“Paradise Place” – 4:37
“Skin” – 3:50

Juju

Released 1981

“Juju” is considered by many to be one of the Banshees’ best works, characterized by its dark themes and intricate musical arrangements. The album made an impact both critically and commercially, peaking at number seven in the UK Albums Chart.

CD Track Listings:

“Spellbound” – 3:17
“Into the Light” – 4:13
“Arabian Knights” – 3:00
“Halloween” – 3:40
“Monitor” – 5:33
“Night Shift” – 6:03
“Sin in My Heart” – 3:35
“Head Cut” – 4:23
“Voodoo Dolly” – 7:04

A Kiss in the Dreamhouse

Released 1982

“A Kiss in the Dreamhouse” brought an element of psychedelic and experimental music into the Banshees’ repertoire. The album garnered critical acclaim and was described as one of their most ambitious projects. It peaked at number 11 on the UK Albums Chart.

The album featured Siouxsie Sioux on lead vocals, Steven Severin on bass, John McGeoch on guitars, and Budgie on drums. Produced by Siouxsie and the Banshees with Mike Hedges, it was released on Polydor Records. The album was recorded at Playground and Abbey Road Studios, London, between June and July 1982.

CD Track Listings:

“Cascade” – 4:25
“Green Fingers” – 3:32
“Obsession” – 3:50
“She’s a Carnival” – 3:39
“Circle” – 5:22
“Melt!” – 3:49
“Painted Bird” – 4:17
“Cocoon” – 4:28
“Slowdive” – 4:17

Hyæna

Released 1984

“Hyæna” saw a collaborative effort with Robert Smith of The Cure. It extended the Banshees’ journey into a more atmospheric and melodic territory. The album reached number 15 on the UK Albums Chart.

The album featured Siouxsie Sioux on lead vocals, Steven Severin on bass, Robert Smith on guitars, and Budgie on drums. Produced by Siouxsie and the Banshees and Mike Hedges, it was released on Polydor Records. The album was recorded at Angel Studios, London, between October 1983 and March 1984.

CD Track Listings:

“Dazzle” – 5:30
“We Hunger” – 3:29
“Take Me Back” – 3:05
“Belladonna” – 4:30
“Swimming Horses” – 4:05
“Bring Me the Head of the Preacher Man” – 4:37
“Running Town” – 4:02
“Pointing Bone” – 3:49
“Blow the House Down” – 7:03

Tinderbox

Released 1986

“Tinderbox” marked the band’s embrace of a more polished and accessible sound, while retaining their dark, mysterious aura. The album reached number 13 on the UK Albums Chart.

The album featured Siouxsie Sioux on lead vocals, Steven Severin on bass, John Valentine Carruthers on guitars, and Budgie on drums. Produced by Siouxsie and the Banshees, it was released on Wonderland/Polydor Records. The album was recorded at Hansa by the Wall and Matrix Studios, Berlin/London, between July and December 1985.

CD Track Listings:

“Candyman” – 3:44
“The Sweetest Chill” – 4:07
“This Unrest” – 6:20
“Cities in Dust” – 3:51
“Cannons” – 3:14
“Party’s Fall” – 4:54
“92°” – 6:02
“Lands End” – 6:05

Through the Looking Glass

Released 1987

This is a cover album, and it’s perhaps the most unconventional in the Banshees’ catalogue. The album featured their unique take on songs by artists as varied as The Doors and Billie Holiday. It peaked at number 15 on the UK Albums Chart.

The album featured Siouxsie Sioux on lead vocals, Steven Severin on bass, John Valentine Carruthers on guitars, and Budgie on drums. Produced by Mike Hedges and Siouxsie and the Banshees, it was released on Polydor Records. The album was recorded at Abbey Road Studios, London, between October and November 1986.

CD Track Listings:

“This Town Ain’t Big Enough for Both of Us” – 3:07
“Hall of Mirrors” – 5:03
“Trust in Me” – 4:06
“This Wheel’s on Fire” – 5:16
“Strange Fruit” – 3:51
“You’re Lost Little Girl” – 2:57
“The Passenger” – 5:10
“Gun” – 5:06
“Sea Breezes” – 4:01
“Little Johnny Jewel” – 4:55

Peepshow

Released 1988

“Peepshow” took the band’s sound into a more theatrical direction, featuring elements of cabaret and vaudeville, layered with their trademark post-punk sound. It marked the band’s first album as a quintet and had a wide range of musical styles. The album peaked at number 20 on the UK Albums Chart.

The album featured Siouxsie Sioux on lead vocals, Steven Severin on bass, Budgie on drums, Jon Klein on guitars, and Martin McCarrick on keyboards and accordion. Produced by Siouxsie and the Banshees and Mike Hedges, it was released on Polydor Records. The album was recorded at Marcus Studios, London, between February and June 1988.

CD Track Listings:

“Peek-a-Boo” – 3:10
“The Killing Jar” – 4:03
“Scarecrow” – 5:01
“Carousel” – 4:25
“Burn-Up” – 4:31
“Ornaments of Gold” – 3:49
“Turn to Stone” – 4:05
“Rawhead and Bloodybones” – 2:29
“The Last Beat of My Heart” – 4:29
“Rhapsody” – 6:23

Superstition

Released 1991

“Superstition” took a commercial turn, featuring a more polished, almost radio-friendly sound. The single “Kiss Them for Me” became one of their most popular tracks, reaching number 23 on the UK Singles Chart. The album itself peaked at number 65 on the UK Albums Chart.

The album featured Siouxsie Sioux on lead vocals, Steven Severin on bass, Budgie on drums, Jon Klein on guitars, and Martin McCarrick on keyboards and accordion. Produced by Stephen Hague, it was released on Polydor Records. The album was recorded at RAK Studios and Maison Rouge Studios, London, between September 1990 and March 1991.

CD Track Listings:

“Kiss Them for Me” – 4:37
“Fear (Of the Unknown)” – 4:11
“Cry” – 3:33
“Drifter” – 4:42
“Little Sister” – 3:22
“Shadowtime” – 4:28
“Silly Thing” – 4:40
“Got to Get Up” – 3:17
“Silver Waterfalls” – 4:25
“Softly” – 6:02

The Rapture

Released 1995

“The Rapture” was the band’s final studio album and is often considered one of their most ambitious works. It was a return to their darker, more atmospheric roots after the commercialism of “Superstition.” The album did not chart in the UK.

The album featured Siouxsie Sioux on lead vocals, Steven Severin on bass, Budgie on drums, Jon Klein on guitars, and Knox Chandler on various instruments. Produced by John Cale and Siouxsie and the Banshees, it was released on Polydor Records. The album was recorded at Conny’s Studio, Cologne, Germany, between November 1993 and June 1994.

CD Track Listings:

“O Baby” – 3:20
“Tearing Apart” – 4:14
“Stargazer” – 3:27
“Fall from Grace” – 4:48
“Not Forgotten” – 2:49
“Sick Child” – 4:37
“The Lonely One” – 3:42
“Falling Down” – 4:56
“Forever” – 4:55
“The Rapture” – 11:23

SIOUXSIE AND THE BANSHEES LIVE ALBUMS

Nocturne

Released 1983

“Nocturne” is a live double album capturing performances from Siouxsie and the Banshees’ shows at the Royal Albert Hall in London on 30 September and 1 October 1983. With this live set, the band successfully translated their atmospheric and brooding studio work to the stage, further solidifying their influence on the post-punk and goth subgenres.

The album featured Siouxsie Sioux on vocals, Steven Severin on bass, Budgie on drums, and Robert Smith (of The Cure) on guitar. The album was produced by Siouxsie and the Banshees and Mike Hedges and released on Polydor Records. It was recorded at the Royal Albert Hall, London, on 30 September and 1 October 1983.

CD Track Listings:

“Israel” – 5:17
“Cascade” – 4:24
“Melt!” – 3:22
“Pulled to Bits” – 3:27
“Night Shift” – 6:05
“Sin in My Heart” – 3:32
“Painted Bird” – 3:40
“Switch” – 6:49
“Eve White/Eve Black” – 2:52
“Voodoo Dolly” – 7:25

The Seven Year Itch

Released 2003

“The Seven Year Itch” is a live album that documents Siouxsie and the Banshees’ 2002 reunion tour. It captured the essence of the band’s live energy and served as a reminder of their role as one of the pioneers of the post-punk era. The album did not chart in the UK.

The album featured Siouxsie Sioux on vocals, Steven Severin on bass, Budgie on drums, and Knox Chandler on guitar. The album was produced by Siouxsie and the Banshees and released on Sanctuary Records. It was recorded at various venues during the 2002 tour.

CD Track Listings:

“Pure” – 2:51
“Jigsaw Feeling” – 4:43
“Metal Postcard” – 3:41
“Red Light” – 3:45
“Lands End” – 6:38
“I Could Be Again” – 5:48
“Icon” – 5:41
“Night Shift” – 6:29
“Voodoo Dolly” – 7:10

At the BBC

Released 2009

“At the BBC” is a compilation of live performances and radio sessions from Siouxsie and the Banshees that aired on various BBC programs. The compilation serves as a comprehensive review of the band’s career, showcasing how they evolved over the years while remaining influential in alternative music.

The album featured various lineups, mainly consisting of Siouxsie Sioux on vocals, Steven Severin on bass, and Budgie on drums. It was released by Universal Music Group. The recordings are a collection from different years and venues, mainly BBC studios.

CD Track Listings:

“Hong Kong Garden”
“Playground Twist”
“The Staircase”
“Love in a Void”
“Happy House”
“Spellbound”
“Arabian Knights”
“Dear Prudence”
“Christine”
“Dazzle”

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