Mark Stewart & The Maffia are an experimental post-punk and industrial band that emerged in the early 1980s, led by vocalist and mastermind Mark Stewart after he left the group The Pop Group. With The Maffia, Stewart continued his foray into a frenetic blend of politically charged lyrics, dub-inflected rhythms, and the then-emerging sounds of industrial noise and electronica. The band was notable for its collaboration with pioneering dub producer Adrian Sherwood, who helped shape their sound through his innovative production techniques.

"The Lost Tapes" revives previously unreleased material that reaffirms the band's influential role in the alternative music scene, while "Jerusalem" underscores Stewart's penchant for merging provocative thematic content with sonic experimentation. "Liberty City" and "Paranoia" both exhibit the band's continued relevance, incorporating contemporary electronic elements without losing the edge and rawness that characterized their earlier work. "Learning To Cope With Cowardice," perhaps one of their most significant releases, is often regarded as a cornerstone of the post-punk and industrial genres, displaying a confrontational synthesis of rhythms and a dystopian soundscape that would influence future generations of musicians. Through their challenging compositions and Stewart's unapologetically critical voice, Mark Stewart & The Maffia have carved out a unique space in the annals of underground music.

Genres

Bristol Indie

Experimental Dub

Latest Release

The Lost Tapes

Mark Stewart & The Maffia

Album - 10 Tracks - Released January 25, 2019