Sonic Temple is not just an iconic record, but a sonic tour de force that defies classification. Released in 1989, the album’s sound is rooted in classic rock and heavy metal, but incorporates a range of influences, from punk to psychedelic rock, creating a sound that is both familiar yet unique.
The album catapulted The Cult into superstar status and remains their most commercially successful release. Declared platinum in 1990, it was also a critical success, cementing The Cult’s place in the pantheon of hard rock and heavy metal bands and earning them a devoted following that endures to this day.
TRACKLIST
SIDE A
- Sun King
- Fire Woman
- American Horse
- Edie (Ciao Baby)
SIDE B
- Sweet Soul Sister
- Soul Asylum
- New York City
- Automatic Blues
SIDE C
- Soldier Blue
- Wake Up Time For Freedom
- Medicine Train
- The River
SIDE D
- Bleeding Heart Graffiti
- Messin’ Up The Blues
- Fire Woman (NYC Rock Mix)
- Edie (Ciao Baby) (Acoustic)
