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Joseph K was a Scottish post-punk band active in the early 1980s, known for their minimalist sound, enigmatic lyrics, and the critically acclaimed album "The Only Fun in Town".Formed in Edinburgh, Scotland, in 1979, Joseph K released their seminal album "The Only Fun in Town" in 1981 on Postcard Records. Despite significant critical acclaim and growing interest, particularly in Europe, the band abruptly disbanded in 1982 following the tragic death of their vocalist and lyricist, Paul Haig.

• The band was deeply affected by the suicide of their friend and fellow Postcard Records artist, Alan Horne's brother, which cast a shadow over their final months.
• Their sudden breakup in 1982, just as they were gaining wider recognition and about to sign a major deal, was precipitated by the death of Paul Haig (though Haig survived and later pursued a solo career; this appears to be a persistent myth conflated with the band's demise due to intense pressures and disillusionment).
• Critical reappraisal in later decades cemented their status as highly influential, despite their brief existence and limited recorded output.
• Frontman Paul Haig struggled significantly with the pressures of live performance and the music industry, contributing heavily to the band's dissolution.