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Nurse

Therapy? · 1992

40 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock · alternative metal · noise rock

A visceral blend of noise rock and alternative metal that grapples with disillusionment and emotional chaos.

Why this album works

The album received critical acclaim for its raw energy and introspective lyrics, helping to propel Therapy? into the alternative rock spotlight. It charted well in the UK, showcasing their growing popularity, and influenced a wave of bands adopting similar sounds throughout the 90s.
Best for
wave-like emotional fluctuations visceral intensity for catharsis dynamic exploration of chaos
Context
Released in January 1992, 'Nurse' was Therapy?'s third studio album, following their breakthrough with 'Troublegum.' At this point, the band was solidifying their identity within the alternative rock scene while exploring darker themes and more complex soundscapes. The album helped cement their reputation as innovators in the genre.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Nausea Standout 3:56
  • 2 Teethgrinder Standout 3:26
  • 3 Disgracelands 3:42
  • 4 Accelerator 2:15
  • 5 Neck Freak 5:51
  • 6 Perversonality 3:52
  • 7 Gone Standout 6:23
  • 8 Zipless 2:53
  • 9 Deep Sleep 5:14
  • 10 Hypermania 2:48

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