About Killing Joke

Origin:

Decades: 1970's, 1980's, 1990's, and 2000's

Heavy and slow, Killing Joke (at least early in their career) was a quasi-metal band dancing to a tune of doom and gloom. They eventually became less heavy and more arty (the latter seems almost impossible) -- more danceable even -- but early on they made some urgent slabs of molten dynamite that oozed with the power of thick guitars, thudding drums, and over-the-top singing. The origins of Killing Joke lie in the Matt Stagger Band. Paul Ferguson was drumming for the group when he met Jaz Coleman (vocals, k... Read More

Influences:

Motörhead

Followers:

Faith No More, Ministry, Helmet, Big Black and Liars

Upcoming Shows

Date	Venue	Location
10/09/08	House of Blues	West Hollywood, CA
10/11/08	The Fillmore at Irving Plaza	New York, NY
10/12/08	The Fillmore at Irving Plaza	New York, NY
10/14/08	House of Blues	Chicago, IL