Killing Joke are an English rock band formed in October 1978 in Notting Hill, London, England; other sources report the band formed in early 1979.[1][2][3][4] Founding members Jaz Coleman (vocals, keyboards) and Geordie Walker (guitars) have been the only constant members.
A key influence on industrial rock,[5] their early music was described by critics Stephen Thomas Erlewine and John Dougan[6] as "quasi-metal [...] dancing to a tune of doom and gloom", which gradually evolved over the years, incorporating elements of electronic music, synthpop and gothic rock,[7][8] though always emphasising Coleman's "savagely strident vocals".[5]
Finding modest commercial success, Killing Joke have influenced many later bands and artists, such as Nirvana, Ministry, Nine Inch Nails, Godflesh and Soundgarden
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