The Real Thing

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11 years, 4 months ago at Mar 3 17:20

beto

This is FNM's masterpiece. If you are short on cash buy only this album from them. It is truly worth a listen and I can say that this album brings me great memories.
They surely innovated with this funk metal thingie!!!

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Description: Faith No More are virtually impossible to categorize; they blend metal and rap elements in a mix that becomes seamless on The Real Thing, whose hit single, "Epic," is a perfect combination of these disparate genres. Other high points are the thrashy "Surprise! You're Dead!," an excellent cover of Black Sabbath's "War Pigs," the funk-layered-with-keyboards "Falling to Pieces," and the soft but spooky "Zombie Eaters." With the addition of vocalist Mike Patton, the band secured a highly talented frontman and skilled lyricist. The Real Thing is one of those rare albums that is imposs ... (more)

Manufacturer: Reprise / Wea
Release date: 15 June 1989
EAN: 0075992587822 UPC: 075992587822