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Rattus Norvegicus
The 588th greatest album of all time
Rattus Norvegicus, the Stranglers' 1977 debut, pairs punk's raw immediacy with elements of pub rock and art punk, anchored by Jean-Jacques Burnel's prominent, melodic bass and Dave Greenfield's organ and keyboard flourishes. The record features tight, driven rhythms and Hugh Cornwell's snarling baritone vocals, giving it a darker, more aggressive timbre than many contemporaries while hinting at new wave melodic sensibilities and occasional artful arrangements.
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