Rudimentary Peni

Rudimentary Peni are an English punk band formed in 1980 in Dudley, West Midlands. They are notable for their experimental and often surreal music, which incorporates elements of punk, post-punk, and avant-garde. The band's lyrics often deal with dark and disturbing themes, such as death, mental illness, and social alienation.

Rudimentary Peni were formed by brothers Nick Blinko (vocals, guitar) and Jon Blinko (drums), along with Richard Jobson (bass). The band's early sound was heavily influenced by the UK punk scene, but they quickly began to experiment with different styles of music. Their debut album, "Death Church" (1983), is a chaotic and abrasive record that features songs about serial killers, necrophilia, and suicide.

Rudimentary Peni's second album, "Cacophony" (1985), is a more experimental and atmospheric record that incorporates elements of post-punk and industrial music. The album's lyrics are often cryptic and surreal, and they deal with themes of mental illness, paranoia, and alienation.

The band's third album, "Pope Adrian 37th Psychristiatric" (1988), is a concept album about a pope who goes insane and starts experimenting with black magic. The album is full of strange and disturbing sounds, and it is considered to be one of the band's most challenging and experimental works.

Rudimentary Peni have continued to release albums and tour throughout the years, although they have never achieved mainstream success. They are considered to be one of the most important and influential bands in the UK punk scene, and their music has been praised by critics for its originality and uncompromising nature.

Some of Rudimentary Peni's most notable songs include "The Man with the Woman in His Pocket," "Arbor Day," "Zoodiac," and "Mediaeval Man." The band has also released a number of EPs and singles, as well as a live album and a compilation album.

Rudimentary Peni are known for their intense and chaotic live performances, which often feature the band members wearing bizarre costumes and masks. The band has also been involved in a number of controversies over the years, including accusations of Satanism and child abuse. However, these controversies have done little to diminish the band's popularity among fans, and they continue to be one of the most unique and challenging bands in punk rock.