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Born in a Crash

Therapy? · 1993

26 min · 8 tracks · alternative rock

Raw energy and chaotic melodies collide in a relentless exploration of angst and introspection.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Turn — Opening with distorted riffs and driving rhythms, Turn captures the album's overall intensity while showcasing Therapy?'s ability to blend aggression with melody.
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    Speedball — This track exemplifies the band's frenetic energy and lyrical depth, exploring themes of addiction with a pounding rhythm that mirrors its chaotic subject matter.
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    Neck Freak — Neck Freak stands out for its dynamic shifts between heavy verses and melodic choruses, highlighting Therapy?'s knack for balancing noise rock with accessible hooks.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short bursts of raw energy
  • chaotic rhythms for adrenaline seekers
  • live tracks capture wild atmosphere
  • front-loaded intensity for quick thrills

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer longer, contemplative pieces
  • seek polished studio productions

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — Solidified Therapy?'s presence in the UK alternative metal scene post-Troublegum.
Career context
Released in early 1993, Born in a Crash was Therapy?'s third studio album, following their breakthrough record, Troublegum. At this point, the band was solidifying its presence in the alternative rock scene, gaining traction after successful tours and radio play.
Stylistic neighbors
Helmet· Quicksand· Alice in Chains

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Turn 3:52
  • 2 Speedball 2:33
  • 3 Bloody Blue 1:14
  • 4 Neck Freak 4:57
  • 5 Opal Mantra 2:29
  • 6 Innocent X (live) 3:37
  • 7 Potato Junkie (live) 3:47
  • 8 Nausea (live) 3:29

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