Pain of Mind
Neurosis · 1987
37 min · 14 tracks · hardcore punk · sludge metal · post-metal
Raw and aggressive, blending hardcore punk intensity with dark atmospheric undertones and existential themes.
Why this album works
'Pain of Mind' is significant as it showcased Neurosis' innovative approach to heavy music, influencing numerous bands in the post-metal genre. It received critical acclaim for its intensity and depth, helping to forge a new path in the underground music scene.
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels short, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys
- Context
- Released in January 1987, 'Pain of Mind' marks Neurosis' debut album. At this point in their career, the band was establishing themselves within the burgeoning hardcore punk scene, creating a sound that would lay the groundwork for their evolution into post-metal and sludge metal.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Old Man Gloom· Made Out of Babies· Amenra
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Pain of Mind Standout 3:06
- 2 Self-Taught Infection Standout 3:01
- 3 Reasons to Hide 3:02
- 4 Black 4:55
- 5 Training 1:02
- 6 Progress 1:46
- 7 Stalemate 2:29
- 8 Bury What’s Dead Standout 2:05
- 9 Geneticide 2:34
- 10 Ingrown 2:23
- 11 United Sheep 3:06
- 12 Dominoes Fall 3:00
- 13 Life on Your Knees 2:20
- 14 Grey 2:41
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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