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Rattlesnakes - Post Punk Album
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Rattlesnakes

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Rattlesnakes is the 1984 debut studio album by the Scottish band Lloyd Cole and the Commotions. Blending elements of post-punk, jangle pop, and smart pop, the record is noted for its literary references to authors like Norman Mailer and Joan Didion. The album features sharp, guitar-driven arrangements paired with Cole's articulate, conversational vocal delivery. It appeals to listeners interested in 1980s alternative rock and is widely regarded as a classic of the era's literate pop movement.

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How good is Rattlesnakes?
Rattlesnakes scores 8.25/10 (Great) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Post Punk Album category. Lloyd Cole debut is widely acclaimed literate guitar pop, strong ratings, though adjacent rather than central post-punk.
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