Josef K - Entomology

Review by Ajao Temitope

Josef K’s Entomology: A Post-Punk Masterclass That Still Stings Alright, let me tell ya—Josef K’s Entomology isn’t just another reissue you toss on your playlist and forget about. Released in 2006 via Domino (yeah, the same label that gave us Arctic Monkeys), this album feels like a time capsule from the early '80s UK post-punk scene but somehow lands perfectly in the modern ear. It’s got grit, wit, and enough sharp edges to keep you hooked for hours. The genres? Rock, Pop/Rock, New Wave, Indie Rock—you name it. But what makes this record stand out is how it blends punk attitude with moody introspection. Tracks like “Sorry For Laughing” and “Crazy To Exist” are burned into my brain—not because they’re flawless or anything, but because they feel. They hit you where it hurts—or helps, depending on your mood. Take “Sorry For Laughing,” for instance. Man, this one’s haunting. The bassline by David Weddell crawls under your skin while Paul Haig’s vocals hover somewhere between apathy and despair. You can almost picture him staring out of a rain-soaked window, cigarette dangling from his lips, thinking about all the things he didn’t say. And then there’s Malcolm Ross’ guitar work—it doesn’t scream at you; instead, it whispers these jagged little melodies that stick around long after the song ends. There’s something deeply personal here, as if Josef K were letting us peek into their diary without asking permission. Then there’s “Crazy To Exist.” Holy crap, this track hits different. From the opening notes, it grabs hold of you and doesn’t let go. Haig’s lyrics are raw, almost conversational, like he’s sitting across from you spilling his guts over a pint. Ronnie Torrance’s drumming gives it an urgent pulse, making it impossible not to move—even if it’s just tapping your foot nervously. This song reminds me of those late-night drives when you’re alone with your thoughts, questioning everything. It’s messy, unpredictable, and absolutely beautiful. What strikes me most about Entomology is how alive it sounds. These aren’t polished studio creations; they’re snapshots of real moments, captured imperfectly yet authentically. Kim Dumas did a killer job mastering this beast, and props to Victoria Collier for the design—it’s simple, stark, and fits the vibe perfectly. And hey, shoutout to Paul Morley for the liner notes. If you’ve ever wondered why critics rave about Josef K, his words will give you some clarity. Also, fun fact: Alice Cooper gets a writing credit here! Yeah, I know, right? Weird flex, but cool. Listening to Entomology makes me wonder why more people don’t talk about Josef K today. Maybe it’s because they weren’t flashy or trendy—they just made music that mattered. Or maybe it’s because we live in a world obsessed with instant gratification, and albums like this demand patience. Either way, spinning this record feels like finding an old mixtape in the back of a drawer—one you forgot existed but instantly remember loving. So yeah, Entomology might not change your life, but it’ll definitely make you think twice about what good music really is. Now excuse me while I crank up “Sorry For Laughing” again… and try not to cry in public.

Artist: Josef K
Album: Entomology

2006

Rating: 4.1

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Heart Of Song	2:54
Sorry for Laughing	2:59
Sorry For Laughing	2:59
It's Kinda Funny	3:43
The Missionary	3:47
Sorry For Laughin
The Angle	2:40
It's Kinda Funny	3:43
Endless Soul	2:29
Crazy To Exist	2:58
Change Meeting
Revelation	4:17
Final Request	2:23
Fun 'N' Frenzy	2:05
Radio Drill Time	4:5
Sense Of Guilt	3:05
Variation of Scene	3:30
Pictures (Of Cindy)	2:19
16 Years	2:32
Fun 'N' Frenzy	2:5
Sense of Guilt	3:5
Citizens	3:7
Variation Of Scene	3:30
Chance Meeting	3:7
Heads Watch	2:6
Forever Drone	2:1
The Angles	2:40
Crazy to Exist	2:58
Drone	3:8
Heart of Song	2:54
Applebush	2:23
Heaven Sent	3:38

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Josef K - Drone

Josef K - Pictures Of Cindy

Josef K - Sorry For Laughing

Josef K - Chance meeting

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Catalog Numbers

REWIGCD30
DNO 101 P
DNO 101
REWIGCD30P
REWIGCD30S

Labels

Domino

Listen online

online luisteren
escuchar en línea
ouvir online
lyssna på nätet
lytte på nettet
ascolta in linea
écouter en ligne
kuunnella verkossa
online anhören

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Companies

Role	Company
Pressed By	Pozzoli
Manufactured By	Pozzoli
Phonographic Copyright (p)	BBC
Copyright (c)	Domino Recording Co. Ltd.
Made By	Music Manufacturing Services

Credits

Role	Credit
Bass	David Weddell
Drums	Ronnie Torrance
Guitar	Malcolm Ross
Liner Notes	Paul Morley
Vocals	Paul Haig
Written-By	Malcolm Ross (tracks: 1, 6, 8 to 10, 12, 17, 20 to 21), Paul Haig (tracks: 1 to 21)
Written By	Alice Cooper , Malcolm Ross (tracks: 1, 6, 8, 9, 10, 12, 17, 19, 20, 21), Paul Haig, Paul Haig (tracks: 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 11, 13, 14, 15, 16, 18)
Layout	Victoria Collier
Design	Victoria Collier
Mastered By	Kim Dumas
Photography By	Harry Papadopoulos

Notes

Track sources:
1 - 2: Postcard 7" version.
3: B-side to "It's Kinda Funny".
4 - 9: Taken from the aborted album "Sorry For Laughing".
10: Postcard 7" version.
11: B-side to "Sorry For Laughing".
12: Postcard 7" version.
13: B-side to "Chance Meeting".
14 - 18: Taken from the album "The Only Fun In Town".
19: B-side to "The Missionary".
20 - 22: taken from the band's Peel Session (June 22nd 1981).
Digipak manufactured by Pozzoli, Italy
1: taken from the Postcard 7" single Radio Drill Time / Crazy To Exist
2 - 3: taken from the Postcard 7" single It's Kinda Funny / Final Request
4 - 9: taken from the aborted album Sorry For Laughing
10 -11 : Postcard 7" version and b-side to Sorry For Laughing
12 - 13 Postcard 7" version and b-side to Chance Meeting
14 - 18: taken from the Postcard album The Only Fun In Town
19: b-side to "The Missionary" The Farewell Single
Tracks 1 to 9 recorded in 1980, 10 to 22 in 1981.
℗ 1980, 1981, 1982 Josef K; tracks 20-22 ℗ 1981 British Broadcasting Corporation. © 2006 Domino Recording Co. Ltd.
Hardcover digipak with 12 page booklet. Made in Canada
3: b-side to "It's Kinda Funny".
4 - 9: taken from the aborted album Sorry For Laughing.
11: b-side to "Sorry For Laughing".
13: b-side to "Chance Meeting".
14 - 18: taken from the album The Only Fun In Town.
19: b-side to "The Missionary".

Barcodes

Barcode (Scanned): 5034202003021
Barcode (Printed): 5-034202-003021
Label Code: LC 10192
Rights Society: BIEM MCPS
Mastering SID Code: IFPI L213
Mould SID Code: IFPI 3707
Matrix / Runout: REWIGCD30 F1 21910
Matrix / Runout: www.musicmanufacturing.com 05882.DNOP
Mastering SID Code: IFPI LW60
Barcode: 8 01390 01012 5
Mastering SID Code: IFPI L481
Mould SID Code: IFPI 811F
Matrix / Runout: MUSIC MFG SERVICES 30TW3<0068>DNO101
Barcode (Printed): 5 034202 003045

About Josef K

Post-punk group from Edinburgh, Scotland. Formed in 1979, split in 1982. Paul Haig, Malcolm Ross, David Weddell played previously in TV Art with The Exploited drummer .

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Josef K.

Members

Paul Haig
Malcolm Ross
David Weddell
Ronnie Torrance

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: The album *Entomology* by Josef K, released in 2006, is like a time capsule of raw post-punk energy mixed with indie rock vibes. What makes it stand out? It features tracks written by both Paul Haig and Malcolm Ross, two key members of the band, but here’s the kicker—Malcolm Ross also played guitar on nearly every song. Oh, and fun fact: the liner notes were penned by none other than Paul Morley, the legendary music journalist. So, not only does this album sound great, but it also has some serious creative brainpower behind it.