Bauhaus is a British rock band formed in Northampton in 1978. Although there were bands before them that pre-figured the style, Bauhaus is generally agreed to have been the first gothic rock group. Bauhaus combined a number of influences (punk music, glam rock, even funk ) to create a gloomy, passionate sound. Their sound proved very influential attention to a whole wave of post-punk groups. It's crucial elements were the innovative guitar playing of Daniel Ash and the jazz-influenced bass of David J.