This 1989 album marked a significant moment for Faith No More, showcasing their unique blend of hard rock and alternative metal with a more polished production. It is often cited as a key record in the development of alternative metal.
- The album was produced by Matt Wallace, who would go on to work with many other notable rock bands.
- It features the band's first major hit single, "Epic," which gained significant airplay on MTV and radio.
- Upon its release, "The Real Thing" received a mixed critical reception but achieved commercial success, reaching number 11 on the Billboard 200 chart.
Faith No More is an alternative rock band from San Francisco, best known for their genre-clashing sound and Patton's distinctive vocal style. In 1989, they were transitioning from their independent roots to a more mainstream audience with this album.
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