Manic Frustration
Trouble · 1992
43 min · 11 tracks · doom metal
A blend of melodic doom and atmospheric rock, capturing both introspection and heaviness in equal measure.
Why this album works
'Manic Frustration' is significant for its critical reception, with many praising its lyrical depth and musical maturity. The album helped to solidify Trouble's place within the metal genre during the early '90s, influencing subsequent doom metal bands with its unique sonic approach.
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels atmospheric background focus gradual builds and payoffs
- Context
- Released on June 16, 1992, 'Manic Frustration' marked Trouble's fourth studio album and a notable shift towards a more accessible sound. This album came after the band's previous release, 'Plastic Green Head,' and showcased their evolution as they embraced melodic elements while retaining their doom roots.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Conan· Witchcraft· Draconian
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Come Touch the Sky Standout 2:53
- 2 'Scuse Me 3:24
- 3 The Sleeper 3:14
- 4 Fear 3:38
- 5 Rain 4:16
- 6 Tragedy Man Standout 4:16
- 7 Memory's Garden 4:23
- 8 Manic Frustration Standout 4:10
- 9 Hello Strawberry Skies 3:03
- 10 Mr. White 3:25
- 11 Breathe... 6:29
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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