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The Works (Faith No More album)

by Faith No More

Released: March 31, 2008

Alternative metal, alternative rock, experimental rock, funk metal

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Lineup Change.

The Album

"The Works" showcases the diversity of Faith No More, with their unique fusion of heavy metal, funk, progressive rock, experimental music, and hip hop. "The Works" is a box set compilation by American rock band Faith No More, released by Rhino Records on February 28, 2008. The set combines the band's four albums released under Warner Bros.

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Interesting Facts

Records - "The Real Thing" (1989), "Angel Dust"…

Records - "The Real Thing" (1989), "Angel Dust" (1992), "King for a Day...

Despite numerous line-up changes, the band managed to…

Despite numerous line-up changes, the band managed to retain its distinctive sound, thanks to the versatile vocals of Mike Patton, this is evidenced thoroughly in “The Works''.

Faith No More, formed in San Francisco, California…

Faith No More, formed in San Francisco, California in 1979, found mainstream success with "The Real Thing" and the hit single "Epic".

Rhino Records added various bonus tracks to each…

Rhino Records added various bonus tracks to each album, such as live performances, radio sessions, remixes, and other rarities.

Fool for a Lifetime" (1995), and "Album of…

Fool for a Lifetime" (1995), and "Album of the Year" (1997).

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Then

Reception

The band continued to evolve their sound over subsequent albums, earning both critical acclaim and commercial success.

Now

Legacy

Despite disbanding in 1998, the band has had multiple reunions and maintains a strong legacy in the rock music world.

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The Complete Album Story

"The Works" is a box set compilation by American rock band Faith No More, released by Rhino Records on February 28, 2008. The set combines the band's four albums released under Warner Bros. Records - "The Real Thing" (1989), "Angel Dust" (1992), "King for a Day... Fool for a Lifetime" (1995), and "Album of the Year" (1997). Rhino Records added various bonus tracks to each album, such as live performances, radio sessions, remixes, and other rarities.

"The Works" showcases the diversity of Faith No More, with their unique fusion of heavy metal, funk, progressive rock, experimental music, and hip hop. Despite numerous line-up changes, the band managed to retain its distinctive sound, thanks to the versatile vocals of Mike Patton, this is evidenced thoroughly in “The Works''.

Faith No More, formed in San Francisco, California in 1979, found mainstream success with "The Real Thing" and the hit single "Epic". The band continued to evolve their sound over subsequent albums, earning both critical acclaim and commercial success. Despite disbanding in 1998, the band has had multiple reunions and maintains a strong legacy in the rock music world.

"The Works" is an essential collection for any fan of the band and provides a comprehensive overview of their Warner Bros. years.