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Tangk is the 2024 fifth studio album by the British rock band Idles, co-produced by Nigel Godrich, Kenny Beats, and band member Mark Bowen. The album marks a distinct shift from the band's aggressive punk roots toward a more expansive, melodic, and groove-oriented sound. Featuring heavy basslines and emotionally direct lyrics by frontman Joe Talbot, it blends post-punk with experimental elements. This record appeals to listeners of modern post-punk and alternative rock.

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When was IDLES' Tangk released?

Tangk was released on February 16, 2024 through Partisan Records. It is the British band's fifth studio album, following Crawler from 2021.

Who produced Tangk?

The album was co-produced by Nigel Godrich, Kenny Beats, and IDLES guitarist Mark Bowen. Godrich is known for work with Radiohead, while Kenny Beats had already worked with IDLES on Crawler.

Does Tangk include a song with LCD Soundsystem?

Yes, Dancer features LCD Soundsystem and appears as track six on the album. The standard listing contains 11 tracks, including Gift Horse, Grace, Jungle, Gratitude, and Monolith.

How does Tangk differ from IDLES' earlier punk records?

Tangk keeps the band's forceful rhythm section but leans more into melody, groove, and open expressions of love and solidarity. Joe Talbot described the 2024 record as a love album, and the track Grace shows that softer, communal direction.

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