Released 32 years ago this August
The Holy Bible
Manic Street Preachers · 1994
56 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock
A harrowing exploration of despair and societal critique wrapped in raw, aggressive alternative rock.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady exploration of societal critiques
- harrowing reflections on despair
- focused listening for introspection
- consistent energy with raw intensity
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking lighthearted, upbeat tunes
- prefer instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — The album is often cited as the band's most ambitious and artistically significant work.
- Themes
- Richey Edwards' absence· British societal critique· body image struggles
- Career context
- Released on August 29, 1994, 'The Holy Bible' marked the Manic Street Preachers' third studio album during a time of intense personal and artistic turmoil. The band was grappling with the disappearance of lyricist Richey Edwards, whose absence influenced the album's dark themes and lyrical content. This work solidified their status as key figures in the alternative rock scene of the 90s.
- If this clicks, go next to
- Everything Must Go — It offers a more polished sound while still addressing deep themes of loss and hope.
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Meat Is Murder by The Smiths — Shares a bleak lyrical exploration of societal issues and personal despair with jangly guitars.OK Computer by Radiohead — Both delve into themes of alienation and societal critique with a raw, atmospheric sound.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "Yes".
- 1 Yes Start here 4:59
- 2 IfWhiteAmericaToldTheTruthForOneDayIt’sWorldWouldFallApart 3:39
- 3 Of Walking Abortion 4:01
- 4 She Is Suffering 4:43
- 5 Archives of Pain 5:29
- 6 Revol 3:04
- 7 4st 7lb 5:05
- 8 Mausoleum 4:12
- 9 Faster 3:55
- 10 This Is Yesterday 3:58
- 11 Die in the Summertime 3:05
- 12 The Intense Humming of Evil 6:12
- 13 P.C.P. 3:55
What to play next
This album is considered a Critical Peak in Manic Street Preachers's catalog. The album is often cited as the band's most ambitious and artistically significant work.
Everything Must Go
1996
It offers a more polished sound while still addressing deep themes of loss and hope.
Gold Against the Soul
1993
It provides a transition with similar intensity and lyrical depth, setting the stage for The Holy Bible.
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