The Stranglers Members, Gear & Sound
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About
The Stranglers are a versatile and enduring English rock band that emerged from Guildford, Surrey, in 1974. The original lineup consisted of Hugh Cornwell (vocals, guitar), Jean-Jacques Burnel (bass, vocals), Dave Greenfield (keyboards, vocals), and Jet Black (drums). Their sound traverses a wide array of genres, including punk rock, new wave, and art rock, making them a distinctive presence in the British music scene. Known for their dark, melodic compositions, they have maintained a reputation for evolving their musical style while retaining a gritty edge throughout their career.
How to Sound Like The Stranglers
The Stranglers' music is characterized by its dark, brooding atmosphere and melodic complexity, a fusion of raw punk energy with sophisticated musical arrangements. Their sound often features sinister keyboard lines provided by Greenfield, creating a haunting backdrop for Cornwell's edgy guitar riffs. The use of a Vox AC30 Guitar Combo Amp contributes to their rich, vibrant guitar tones, while Burnel's bass lines, delivered through equipment like the Ashdown Engineering ABM 500 EVO II, add an unmistakable punch and depth. The interplay between these elements produces a sound that is both aggressive and melodic, making use of layered textures and dynamic contrasts to craft music that is simultaneously accessible and thought-provoking.
Discography
No More Heroes
1977
Rattus Norvegicus
1977
Black and White
1978
The Raven
1979
IV
1980
La Folie
1981
(The Gospel According To) the Meninblack
1981
Feline
1982
Aural Sculpture
1984
Off the Beaten Track
1986
Dreamtime
1986
All Live And All Of The Night
1988
Live (X-Cert)
1988
10
1990
Live At The Hope And Anchor (1977)
1992
Stranglers in the Night
1992
N comme Never Again
1993
About Time
1996
Friday The Thirteenth (Live)
1997
Coup De Grace
1998
Written In Red
1998
The UA Singles '77-'79
2001
Feline/Aural Sculpture/Dreamtime
2002
The UA Singles '79-'82
2003
The Rarities
2003
SuiteXVI (XVI Anniversary Remaster)
2006
BBC in Concert (8th February 1982)
2009
Giants
2012
Dark Matters
2021
Get the The Stranglers Sound
Want to sound like The Stranglers? This gear comes straight from the setups of the band's members, based on proven sources. Dive into each artist's page for more detail and inspiration.
