Draft:Vukovar (band)
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Comment: A lot of the sources used are either blogs or sources such as Discogs and Bandcamp (which are not acceptable as sources, as they contain user-generated content). Please find more reliable sources that confirm the band's notability. Beachweak (talk) 20:07, 9 January 2025 (UTC)
Vukovar | |
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| Genres | |
| Years active | 2014-2022 |
| Labels | Small Bear Records,The Brutalist House,Trisol,Other Voices Records |
| Spinoffs | The Tearless Life |
| Past members |
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| Website | vukovareeh |
Vukovar was an experimental band from the North of England formed in 2014. Their music blends post-punk, synth-pop, industrial, and neofolk elements, creating a distinctive sound that has garnered attention within the underground music scene.[1]
History
[edit]Vukovar was established in a "crumbling placefiller of a town" in 2014. The band's lineup has included members such as Rick Clarke, Dan Shea, and Buddy Preston.[2] They have been associated with The Brutalist House. [3]
In 2019, the band announced a cessation but later reorganised and continued their musical endeavours. [4] Their work is characterised by a blend of experimental sounds and influences from various genres, leading to a unique and evolving discography.
Musical Style and Influences
[edit]Vukovar’s music is noted for its fusion of post-punk, synth-pop, industrial, and neofolk. Critics have compared their sound to a mix of Joy Division's raw energy with experimental and commercial elements, creating a distinctive niche within the alternative music scene.[5]
Discography
[edit]Studio Albums:
[edit]- Emperor (2015)
- Voyeurism (2015)
- Fornication (2017)
- Puritan (2017)
- Infinitum (2018)
- Monument (2018)
- Cremator (2019)
- The Colossalist (2020)
- The Great Immurement (2021)
- The Body Abdicator (2021)
Notable Singles and EPs:
[edit]- Nero's Felines (2015)
- The Three Shades (2016)
- Exhumation: The First Death of Vukovar (2014–2019) (2019)
Critical Reception
[edit]Vukovar has been described as "one of the best-kept secrets of the UK underground"[6] with their albums receiving praise for their expansive and innovative approach to music. Their work has been noted for its dark, atmospheric qualities and willingness to push creative boundaries. [7]
Legacy and Spin-off Projects
[edit]The Tearless Life
[edit]In 2023, following the disbandment of Vukovar, former members formed a new musical project called The Tearless Life. Described as "cultpop from the pagan valleys of East Lancashire & The Spaces Between Spaces" The Tearless Life continues the experimental and avant-garde traditions of Vukovar while exploring new sonic landscapes[8]
Their debut single, "Conversations With Angels" was released in July 2023, with the album of the same name released in October 2024 receiving positive reviews for its kaleidoscopic blend of electronic textures and psychedelic melancholia [9]. Louder Than War noted that The Tearless Life "may very well be cult pop legends in the making" highlighting the project's potential to cultivate a dedicated following within the underground music scene. [9]
References
[edit]- ^ "Vukovar". Discogs. Retrieved 2025-01-09.
- ^ Ed (2016-10-25). "Presenting…Vukovar". 17 SECONDS. Retrieved 2025-01-09.
- ^ Zappa, François (2021-07-24). "Interview: Vukovar". El Garaje de Frank. Retrieved 2025-01-09.
- ^ writewyattuk (2021-01-26). "Ever redefining: from The Continental to The Colossalist – the Vukovar feature". writewyattuk. Retrieved 2025-01-09.
- ^ Scott-Bates, Paul (2021-05-31). "Vukovar: The Great Immurement - album review". Louder Than War. Retrieved 2025-01-09.
- ^ "WL//WH Track Of The Day : VUKOVAR "Prurient"". WhiteLight//WhiteHeat. 2019-04-02. Retrieved 2025-01-09.
{{cite web}}: External link in|title=and|website= - ^ Scott-Bates, Paul (2022-07-21). "Vukovar: The Body Abdicator - album review". Louder Than War. Retrieved 2025-01-09.
- ^ "Conversations With Angels [VOX 82 CD], by The Tearless Life". Other Voices Records. Retrieved 2025-01-09.
- ^ a b Brown, Andy (2024-12-23). "The Tearless Life: Conversations With Angels - Album Review". Louder Than War. Retrieved 2025-01-09.