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Skunk Anansie

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The Profile

Skunk Anansie are a British rock band formed in London in 1994, fronted by vocalist Skin with Ace (guitar), Cass (bass), and Mark Richardson (drums). They rose to prominence in the 1990s with politically charged, hard-hitting alt-rock across Paranoid & Sunburnt, Stoosh, and Post Orgasmic Chill. After splitting in 2001, they reunited in 2009 and continue to release and tour.

Core lineup: Skin (vocals), Ace (guitar), Cass (bass), Mark Richardson (drums). Notable albums include Paranoid & Sunburnt (1995), Stoosh (1996), Post Orgasmic Chill (1999), Wonderlustre (2010), Black Traffic (2012), and Anarchytecture (2016). Recognized singles include Weak, Hedonism (Just Because You Feel Good), Secretly, Brazen (Weep), and Charlie Big Potato.

DeBaser’s reviews celebrate Skunk Anansie’s 90s punch—politics, grit, and anthems—while praising Skin’s distinctive voice. Stoosh and Post Orgasmic Chill get strong love. Wonderlustre is seen as well-crafted but less angry than the early records. Key tracks cited include Hedonism, Secretly, Weak, and Charlie Big Potato.

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