God (British band)
| Company type | Music group |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1988 |
| Founder | Kevin Martin |
| Defunct | 1996 |
| Headquarters | London , United Kingdom |
| Products | Music albums, singles, EPs |
GOD (presented in all caps) was an experimental music group originating from London, founded by Kevin Martin. Their debut official track appeared in 1988 on the Disparate Cognescenti compilation, curated by Mark E. Smith. The band expanded to a nine-piece ensemble and produced two studio albums prior to their dissolution in 1996. Their distinctive blend of ambient, dub, free jazz, and noise rock garnered admiration from notable artists such as Bill Laswell, Ministry, My Bloody Valentine, J. G. Thirlwell, and John Zorn.
History
Initially, GOD was formed by Kevin Martin handling tenor saxophone and vocals, alongside Nigel Armstrong on guitar. The pair came together after moving from Weymouth to London, prompted by an invitation from Fall's frontman Mark E. Smith to contribute to the 1988 Disparate Cognescenti compilation. Later that year, Martin connected with Justin Broadrick, recognized for his work with Godflesh, which Martin had discovered through John Peel's BBC Radio 1 program. Broadrick first acted as producer for GOD's early works before officially joining the band.
Discography
- Studio albums
- Possession (1992, released by Virgin)
- The Anatomy of Addiction (1994, issued through Big Cat)
- Live albums
- Singles and EPs
- Breach Birth (1990, Situation Two)
- Car First (1990, Clawfist) – split 7-inch shared with Terminal Cheesecake
- Appeal to Human Greed (1995, Big Cat)