TROUBLE · Manic Frustration | CD

CD in jewelcase in a slipcase.

Background information about 'Manic Frustration'

Trouble's "Manic Frustration" stands as a pivotal moment in the band's evolution, marking their transition from the crushing doom metal foundations that made them legends to a more accessible yet still devastatingly heavy sound. Released during a period when the Chicago doom pioneers were exploring new territories, this album showcases the band's ability to craft memorable hooks without sacrificing the emotional weight that has always defined their music. The record opens with "Come Touch the Sky", immediately establishing a more streamlined approach that still retains the band's signature melancholic atmosphere.

The album's strength lies in its perfect balance between accessibility and heaviness, with tracks like "The Sleeper" and "Fear" demonstrating Trouble's mastery of dynamics and mood. The title track "Manic Frustration" serves as the album's emotional centerpiece, while songs like "Hello Strawberry Skies" and "Memory's Garden" reveal the band's willingness to experiment with different textures and arrangements. This release captures Trouble at a crossroads, successfully bridging their doom metal roots with a more radio-friendly approach that never feels compromised or watered down.

For fans of:
Saint Vitus, Candlemass, Cathedral, The Obsessed and Pentagram

Track listing

1. Come Touch the Sky
2. 'Scuse Me
3. The Sleeper
4. Fear
5. Rain
6. Tragedy Man
7. Memory's Garden
8. Manic Frustration
9. Hello Strawberry Skies
10. Mr. White
11. Breathe...

Manufacturer: Hammerheart Records BV, P.O. Box 277, 6300 AG Valkenburg, Netherlands, Contact: www.hammerheart.com