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A Fracture in Time
Rock · 1988

A Fracture in Time

Screaming Trees

An early, raw snapshot of Screaming Trees' grunge-meets-psychedelia sound, featuring Mark Lanegan's developing baritone and a dynamic blend of brooding introspection and explosive rock.

February 20, 1988 · Native Records

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This album feels like a late-night journey through a hazy, rain-slicked city, with a sense of brooding intensity simmering beneath the surface. It's the sound of early grunge finding its voice, infused with psychedelic echoes and Mark Lanegan's unmistakable, gravelly croon. Expect raw, analog warmth, dynamic shifts from quiet contemplation to searing guitar bursts, and lyrics that delve into the existential. It's for those who appreciate the unpolished power of 80s alternative rock and the foundational grit of the Seattle sound, a crucial piece for understanding the evolution of a legendary band.

Moments Worth Listening For
The way the lead guitar breaks into a searing, feedback-laden solo after a particularly subdued verse, signaling a shift in intensity.
A moment where Mark Lanegan's baritone drops to a near-whisper, conveying profound vulnerability, before the band crashes back in with full force.
The driving, insistent bassline on one of the album's more uptempo tracks, providing a relentless backbone to the swirling guitars.
The use of subtle, almost ethereal reverb on the vocals during a chorus, creating a sense of vast, melancholic space.

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