Nurse (album)

Nurse is the second studio album by the American alternative metal band Therapy?, released in 1992. It is considered a breakthrough album for the band, significantly increasing their popularity and critical acclaim.

The album is characterized by its blend of heavy, discordant guitars, industrial influences, and darkly humorous lyrics. The music explores themes of alienation, mental illness, and societal anxieties. Andy Cairns' distinctive vocals, ranging from aggressive shouts to melodic singing, are a defining feature of the album.

Several singles were released from Nurse, including "Teethgrinder" and "Neckbrace", which helped to garner significant radio airplay and MTV exposure. The album's success led to extensive touring and further cemented Therapy?'s position as a prominent band in the alternative music scene of the early 1990s.

Nurse was produced by Harvey Birrell. The album cover features a stylized image of a nurse's cap, reflecting the album's themes. Critical reception was generally positive, with reviewers praising the band's unique sound and the album's intensity.