4 Songs for People Who Say They Don’t Like Bauhaus

Bauhaus was unique for the band’s time in the 1970s and 1980s, and their sound is still fascinating to listen to today. They managed to throw post-punk and gothic art rock together in a way that tickled the brain of fans around the world. However, some people don’t particularly love their music. If that sounds like you, we’d like to try and change your mind with four Bauhaus tracks for people who say they don’t like the gothic rock outfit. Give these songs a shot, at least!

1. “Stigmata Martyr”

This dark and gloomy Bauhaus track was released in 1980 on the band’s debut album In The Flat Field. It’s a quintessential gothic rock track, complete with Peter Murphy’s smooth, deep vocals and Daniel Ash’s atmosphere-building guitar playing. It is far from their only song with religious undertones, but it is one of their most musically addicting.

2. “The Passion Of Lovers”

If you don’t like Bauhaus because you’ve only heard their more atmospheric, not-melody-focused tracks, you might just like “The Passion Of Lovers”. This 1981 single almost has pop elements to it, especially when it comes to its melody. The song touches on love, desire, and obsessive tendencies of those who are in love. And of course, it has all the drama and intensity you’d expect from a Bauhaus song.

3. “Kick In The Eye”

“Kick In The Eye” is one of Bauhaus’ most energetic tracks from their short-lived tenure. It has all the elements of a good Bauhaus song, including Murphy’s deep vocals, throbbing basslines, and surreal lyrics. However, the powerful drumline in this song is what makes it so good.

4. “Crowds”

Bauhaus has released some pretty haunting songs, but none of them are quite like the 1980 track “Crowds”. This song is spooky, to say the least. If you’ve ever felt isolated and unsure of your purpose in the world, this is the Bauhaus track to zen out to.

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