01. "Dawna" 02. "Buena" 03. "I'm freenow" 04. "All wrong" 05. "Candy" 06. "A head with wings" 07. "In spite of me" 08. "Thursday" 09. "Cure for pain" 10. "Mary won't you call my name?" 11. "Let's take a trip together" 12. "Sheila" 13. "Miles Davis' funeral"
Number of discs:
1
Description:
Morphine was an American alternative rock group from Cambridge, Massachusetts. The band combined blues and jazz elements with more traditional rock arrangements, giving the band an unusual sound.
Cure for Pain is the second album by Morphine, originally released in 1993. The tracks "Sheila" and "In Spite of Me" were prominently featured on the soundtrack of the 1994 independent film Spanking the Monkey. -
"Cure for Pain" is the acclaimed second studio album by Morphine, released in 1993 and now available as a high-quality LP from Rhino. This record showcases the band's signature blend of alternative rock, jazz, and blues influences, driven by Mark Sandman's deep vocals and innovative two-string slide bass. Standout tracks like "Buena," "Thursday," and the title track "Cure for Pain" highlight Morphine's unique sound?minimalist yet deeply atmospheric. The album received critical praise upon release and has since become a cult classic, influencing countless artists with its moody grooves and unconventional instrumentation.
Morphine was formed in Cambridge, Massachusetts in 1989 by Mark Sandman (vocals/bass), Dana Colley (saxophone), and Jerome Deupree (drums). Known for their distinctive lineup without guitars, Morphine carved out a niche in the '90s music scene with albums like "Good" and especially "Cure for Pain." Their innovative approach earned them international recognition before Sandman's untimely death in 1999.
Rhino is renowned worldwide as one of the leading labels specializing in reissues of classic albums across genres. With meticulous attention to audio quality and packaging detail, Rhino ensures that legendary records are preserved for new generations of listeners. Their catalog includes iconic releases from some of music?s most influential acts.