Killing Joke

== Info ==
Killing Joke is a post punk band from London. They have influenced the likes of Metallica, Nine Inch Nails, and Soundgarden. Producer Conny Plank had also worked with Kraftwerk. Chris Kimsey had previously worked with The Rolling Stones and Led Zeppelin. The band sued Nirvana, claiming their song Come as You Are used the same riff as their song Eighties. The suit was dropped after Cobain's suicide. Influenced by Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, and The Doors. Featured Dave Grohl of Nirvana. Supported Mötley Crüe. Also influenced by Black Sabbath, Yes, and King Crimson. Alternative band Jane's Addiction claims influence as well as My Bloody Valentine. Phenomenal in their native Britain.
== Genres ==
Post punk
Category:Post Punk
Category:Goth Rock
Category:Industrial
Category:New Wave
Category:Eighties
Category:Alternative