THE CULT ‘SONIC TEMPLE’ 2LP (Green Vinyl)

LABEL:Beggars Banquet
VINYL RELEASE DATE: 8/11/2023
ALBUM RELEASE DATE: 1990
VARIANT: Green Vinyl 2LP

Beggars Arkive will release a vinyl reissue of THE CULTS fourth album Sonic Temple on August 11th. This edition is pressed on translucent green and is exclusive to independent retail. THE CULT is fronted by Ian Astbury on vocals and Billy Duffy on guitar. Their fourth album Sonic Temple is not just an iconic record, but a sonic tour de force that defies classification. Released in 1989, the albums 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 albums production is slick and polished, thanks to the contributions of legendary producer Bob Rock, who helped to craft a sound that was both commercially appealing and artistically adventurous.

Sonic Temple had four massive hits; Fire Woman, Edie (Ciao Baby), Sun King and Sweet Soul Sister .

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 Cults place in the pantheon of hard rock and heavy metal bands and earning them a devoted following that endures to this day.