1980s Experimental Bands & Artists

8 bands and artists whose 1980s experimental work is mapped in StoneFrog Knots, ranked by prominence and connection depth. Follow any name to see its family tree — members, side projects, producers, and the collaborators that link it to the wider scene.

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8 artists

Nine Inch Nailsgroup 1988–present United States 32 members over time
KMFDMgroup 1984–present Hamburg 15 members over time
Einstürzende Neubautengroup 1980–present Germany 12 members over time
Coilgroup 1982–2004 United Kingdom 12 members over time
Mr. Bunglegroup 1985–present United States 12 members over time
Skinny Puppygroup 1982–2023 Canada 7 members over time
Test Dept.group 1981–present United Kingdom 9 members over time
:zoviet*france:group 1980–present United Kingdom 8 members over time

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