What makes Opal Mantra by Therapy? notable?

Opal Mantra is notable for its raw sonic experimentation and live recordings, showcasing Therapy?'s energetic performances. While it didn’t achieve the commercial success of Troublegum, it contributed to the band's reputation as innovators within the alternative rock genre and received positive reviews for its artistic approach. Released in 1993, Opal Mantra marked Therapy?'s third studio album, following their breakthrough record, Troublegum from the previous year. The band was in a phase of rapid creative growth, exploring darker themes while solidifying their sound amidst increasing popularity in the UK alternative scene.

How many songs are on Opal Mantra?

Opal Mantra has 4 tracks, running approximately 13 minutes.

Opal Mantra

Therapy? · 1993

13 min · 4 tracks · alternative rock

An abrasive blend of noise rock and alternative metal, pulsating with raw energy and introspective lyrics.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Opal Mantra — The title track encapsulates the album's essence with its chaotic soundscapes and introspective lyrics, setting a tone that resonates throughout the release.
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Innocent X (live) — This live recording captures the band's electrifying energy and showcases their ability to engage an audience, highlighting their performance prowess.
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Potato Junkie (live) — The rawness of this live track exemplifies Therapy?'s noise rock roots, emphasizing their unfiltered approach to music during this era.

Tracklist

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

1 Opal Mantra 2:29
2 Innocent X (live) 3:38
3 Potato Junkie (live) 3:47
4 Nausea (live) 3:29

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Troublegum

1994

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Born in a Crash

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