"Semi-Detached" is the fourth full-length album by the Northern Irish rock band Therapy?, released on March 30, 1998. After their initial success with previous albums, this release marked the band's first project without founding member Fyfe Ewing. Graham Hopkins replaced Ewing on drums, contributing to a slightly different sound dynamic for this album.
The album continues to blend alternative rock, punk, and metal influences, though it presents a more polished production compared to previous works. "Semi-Detached" includes singles such as "Church of Noise" and "Stay Happy," which showcase the band's signature sound, characterized by catchy hooks and intense energy.
Produced by Chris Sheldon, known for his work with other rock acts, "Semi-Detached" reflects both musical experimentation and a return to some of the rawer sounds of their earlier efforts. Despite mixed reviews, the album solidified Therapy?'s standing in the late-90s rock scene. The album was released under the label A&M Records, and its commercial performance, while not as prominent as some of the band's earlier works, helped maintain their international following.
Overall, "Semi-Detached" represents a period of transition and adaptation for Therapy? amidst changes in their lineup and the broader music industry landscape of the late 1990s.
