King for a Day... Fool for a Lifetime
Faith No More · 1995
56 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock · alternative metal
A chaotic fusion of genres where metal intensity meets experimental soundscapes and eclectic lyrical themes.
Why this album works
'King for a Day' debuted at number 30 on the Billboard 200 and received critical acclaim for its inventive style. The album is often noted for its influence on the alternative metal genre, merging various musical elements that inspired future artists in the rock and metal scenes, especially during the grunge and post-grunge movements.
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys wave-like pacing experiences immersive and varied textures
- Context
- Released in 1995, 'King for a Day... Fool for a Lifetime' was Faith No More's fifth studio album, following the commercial success of 'Angel Dust.' At this point in their career, the band was experimenting with their sound and lineup changes, notably introducing keyboardist Roddy Bottum's more prominent role in songwriting. This album marked a transitional phase as they navigated a changing music landscape in the mid-90s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Beck· Green Day· Moby· Neil Young· Tori Amos· Nine Inch Nails· R.E.M.· Sonic Youth
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- Album of the Year — Continues the eclectic energy while introducing a more polished sound.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "Get Out".
- 1 Get Out Start here 2:17
- 2 Ricochet 4:29
- 3 Evidence Standout 4:53
- 4 The Gentle Art of Making Enemies Standout 3:29
- 5 Star A.D. 3:23
- 6 Cuckoo for Caca 3:43
- 7 Caralho Voador 4:02
- 8 Ugly in the Morning 3:06
- 9 Digging the Grave 3:05
- 10 Take This Bottle 4:58
- 11 King for a Day Standout 6:35
- 12 What a Day 2:38
- 13 The Last to Know 4:27
- 14 Just a Man 5:36
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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