Topsy-Turvy (album)
Topsy-Turvy is the debut studio album by the American rock band The Apex Theory, now Mt. Helium. Released on April 2, 2002, it was the band's only release as a quartet, with the vocalist Ontronik Khachaturian leaving the band shortly after the album's release.[4] After attempting to audition for a new vocalist, it was decided that the guitarist Art Karamian would take over as the band's vocalist.[5] For its 18 year anniversary, in 2020 it was announced on The Apex Theory Instagram account the limited pressing of Topsy-Turvy on 180g Vinyl for the very first time. Serj Tankian (System of a Down) repos it. To bring awareness and raise funds for the crisis in Armenia, all proceeds after costs will be donated to Armenia Fund.[6][7][8]
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| Released | April 2, 2002 | |||
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| Label | DreamWorks | |||
| Producer | Don Gilmore | |||
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| Allmusic |   [3] |
Style
PopMatters described the album as "an energy-filled fusion of progressive and modern rock."[1] Allmusic compared the album to the music of At the Drive-In and Incubus.[3]
Reception
Topsy-Turvy peaked at #6 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart and #157 on the Billboard 200.[9]
Track listing
| No. | Title | Length |
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| 1. | "Add Mission" | 3:35 |
| 2. | "Mucus Shifters" | 2:30 |
| 3. | "Come Forth" | 3:16 |
| 4. | "Shhh... (Hope Diggy)" | 3:20 |
| 5. | "Drown Ink" | 3:09 |
| 6. | "Bullshed" | 4:59 |
| 7. | "That's All!" | 3:25 |
| 8. | "Bravo" | 3:08 |
| 9. | "Apossibly" | 4:14 |
| 10. | "Right Foot" | 3:52 |
| 11. | "Aisle Always" | 3:54 |
| 12. | "In Books" | 3:59 |
Personnel
- The Apex Theory
- Ontronik Khachaturian — vocals
- Art Karamian — guitar
- Dave Hakopyan — bass guitar
- Sammy J. Watson — drums
References
- "The Apex Theory: Topsy Turvy, PopMatters". 14 January 2003.
- Neilstein, Vince (7 November 2014). "The Top 11 Obscure Nu-Metal Albums Ever Made". MetalSucks. Retrieved 25 June 2018.
- Allmusic review
- Iannini, Tommaso (2003). "The Apex Theory". Nu metal (in Italian). Giunti. pp. 22–23. ISBN 88-09-03051-6.
- "For The Record: Quick News On Limp Bizkit, Wes Borland, Apex Theory, Coal Chamber, Rival Schools, Kiss & More". MTV News. November 19, 2002. Retrieved 15 December 2008.
"For The Record: Quick News On Mary J. Blige, Guided By Voices, Kid Rock, Elephant Man, Metallica, Billy Joel & More". MTV News. April 26, 2004. Retrieved 15 December 2008. - "Repost from @theapextheoryofficial". Archived from the original on 2021-12-26.
- "The Apex Theory / Topsy-Turvy - Limited Edition 180g Vinyl @Toys Of The Masses".
- "Limited Edition Vinyl Release of Topsy-Turvy!". Archived from the original on 2021-12-26.
- "Charts and awards for Topsy Turvy". Allmusic. Retrieved 13 December 2008.