album · August 13, 1996
Fantastic Planet
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alternativerockpost-punk
"Fantastic Planet," Failure's second album, is a landmark of 1990s alternative rock, a meticulously crafted work that sounded both heavy and ethereal. It's a definitive statement of their unique sonic palette.
- "Fantastic Planet" was produced by Steve Albini, known for his raw, unvarnished production style on seminal albums for bands like Nirvana and Pixies.
- Despite critical acclaim, the album only reached number 21 on Billboard's Heatseekers chart in 1996.
- The album was reissued in 2004 with bonus tracks, including B-sides and unreleased material from the era.
Failure are a rock band from Los Angeles, California, known for their dense, atmospheric sound and intricate guitar work. They emerged in the early 1990s, becoming a touchstone for many alternative rock bands that followed.
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