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Grotus - The Opiate Of The Masses
Review by Martin Reznicek
The album "The Opiate of the Masses" by Grotus is a unique and innovative work of art. The band's experimental approach to music is evident in the album's eclectic mix of genres, including industrial, punk, and metal. The tracks are characterized by driving rhythms, heavy guitar riffs, and haunting vocals.
The album opens with the track "Handful of Flies," a powerful and aggressive song that sets the tone for the rest of the album. Other standout tracks include "Slow Motion Apocalypse," which features a haunting melody and deep, growling vocals, and "Crack," which showcases the band's ability to blend different genres seamlessly.
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Tracks
| Track | Duration | Preview |
|---|---|---|
| Hanuman The Protector | ||
| Hanuman the Protector | 6:41 | |
| Banasura's Arms | ||
| Visnu Fulfilment | ||
| Afterglow Tantra | ||
| Rasa Bliss Mix |
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Grotus - The Opiate Of The Masses
Grotus - Hanuman the Protector
Grotus - Rasa Bliss Mix
Grotus - Afterglow Tantra
Grotus - Banasura's Arms
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Catalog Numbers
- VIRUS 148, VIRUS 148-230P
- VIRUS 148
Labels
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Formats
- Vinyl
- 12"
- EP
- 45 RPM
- CD
Companies
| Role | Company |
|---|---|
| Phonographic Copyright (p) | Alternative Tentacles Records, Ltd. |
| Copyright (c) | Alternative Tentacles Records, Ltd. |
| Distributed By | EFA |
| Published By | Upright Music |
| Made By | PDO, UK |
Credits
| Role | Credit |
|---|---|
| Remix | Transglobal Underground |
| Written-By | Grotus |
| Songwriter | Grotus |
Notes
- Remixes by Transglobal Underground from the Grotus LP "Slow Motion Apocalypse". Contains elements from the tracks "Shivayanama", "Sleepwalking" and "Kali Yuga".
- 'VIRUS 148' from label & runout grooves.
- 'VIRUS 148-230P' from custom sleeve sticker.
- "Tracks taken from the Grotus L.P. Slow Motion Apocalypse on Alternative Tentacles VIRUS 118."
- Contains elements from the following tracks - "Shivayanama", "Sleepwalking" and "Kali Yuga".
- ℗&© 1994 Alternative Tentacles Records Ltd
- Made in England
- Release title on spine printed as "Opiate Of The Masses".
Barcodes
- Barcode: 5 016691 014825
- Label Code: LC 8356
- Price Code: PIAS 230P
- Matrix / Runout: VIRUS148CD 10289541 01 & MADE IN U.K. BY PDO
About Grotus
Grotus is an industrial and experimental rock band from San Francisco, California which was active from 1989 to 1996. The group was formed by Adam Tanner and John Carson, soon to be joined by Lars fox who became the group's vocalist and later Bruce Boyd. The band featured two bassists with two drummers and made use of ethnic instruments with humorous lyrics. The group disbanded after their third album Mass failed to chart a single for their label, London Records. The group is primarily remembered as being a member of Jello Biafra's Alternative Tentacles record label, as well as being promoted by Faith No More's Mike Patton.
Members
- Lars Fox
- John Carson
- Adam Tanner
- Bruce Boyd
Summary by Martin Reznicek
Comments
It is played too slow!!
