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The Fall

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Forfans of post-punk, listeners of alternative/indie music, readers interested in mark e. smith and manchester music history.
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English post-punk band formed in Manchester in 1976 and led by Mark E. Smith until his death in 2018. Noted for prolific output, frequent lineup changes, a caustic vocal delivery and a distinctive repetitive, abrasive sound.

Leader Mark E. Smith (d.2018) was the only constant member. The Fall recorded numerous John Peel sessions (frequently cited as 32 sessions in sources). Their sound blends post-punk, krautrock influences and abrasive garage elements; they released many studio, live and compilation records.

The Fall are an English post-punk band from Manchester led by Mark E. Smith. Reviews on DeBaser highlight their repetitive, abrasive sound, krautrock and Velvet Underground influences, and prolific catalogue. Critics praise seminal albums like Hex Enduction Hour, Dragnet and This Nation's Saving Grace while noting chaotic line-up changes and lo-fi live releases.

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