Faster/P.C.P.
Manic Street Preachers · 1994
12 min · 4 tracks · alternative rock
Aggressive guitars and frenetic rhythms collide with politically charged lyrics, creating a visceral listening experience.
Faster/P.C.P. is a single by Manic Street Preachers, released in 1994. Aggressive guitars and frenetic rhythms collide with politically charged lyrics, creating a visceral listening experience. The album is noted for its unflinching lyrical content addressing themes of identity, mental health, and societal issues, making it a landmark in alternative rock. It received critical acclaim and helped establish the band's reputation for provocative artistry, influencing contemporaries within the Britpop movement that followed. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Faster/P.C.P. sound like?
Aggressive guitars and frenetic rhythms collide with politically charged lyrics, creating a visceral listening experience. Rooted in alternative rock.
What makes Faster/P.C.P. by Manic Street Preachers notable?
The album is noted for its unflinching lyrical content addressing themes of identity, mental health, and societal issues, making it a landmark in alternative rock. It received critical acclaim and helped establish the band's reputation for provocative artistry, influencing contemporaries within the Britpop movement that followed. Released in January 1994, 'Faster/P.C.P.' was part of Manic Street Preachers' third studio album, 'The Holy Bible'. This period marked a significant evolution for the band, as they transitioned from their earlier glam-infused sound to a darker, more introspective aesthetic, heavily influenced by frontman Richey Edwards' struggles.
How many songs are on Faster/P.C.P.?
Faster/P.C.P. has 4 tracks, running approximately 12 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Faster Standout 3:54
- 2 P.C.P. Standout 3:53
- 3 Sculpture of Man Standout 1:53
- 4 New Art Riot (in E minor) 3:00
Release Date
January 1, 1994
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
12 min 41 sec
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