150 pages Edited by Sylvain Nicolino Text(s) by Sylvain Nicolino Foreword by Marco Neves / Treponem Pal 18 x 11 cm Language: French Paperback Publisher: Signal Zéro 2026
Through a detailed exploration of the albums, themes, iconography, and postures, this book sheds light on how the English band Killing Joke has observed and criticized our society. Since the dawn of the 1980s, the group led by the acclaimed frontman Jaz Coleman has multiplied prophecies and warnings. Yet behind the carefully crafted poses, the mysticism of the lyrics, and the imposing aura, we will see that the band has paradoxically avoided taking on an overly didactic role. Indeed, as an heir to Punk Rock, and after breaking new ground across many major territories within rock music, Killing Joke has always managed to keep its distance from the much-coveted throne of the moralizing preacher… All while playing with the codes of spiritual domination! “The Killing Joke” has thus crossed the decades, renewing its fan base without turning them into sheep, carrying in its musical wake excess, madness, critical spirit, and biting humor. Enter the pandemonium… or die!
