Time Tells No Lies


Time Tells No Lies is the debut album by English rock band Praying Mantis, released on 3 April 1981.

Release

Time Tells No Lies was released in 1981 after the band signed a worldwide deal with Arista Records following the Reading Rock '80 festival. Some copies came with a one sided A4 merchandise insert. It peaked at number 60 on the UK Albums Chart in April 1981 where it stayed for two weeks, while Cheated, the lead single peaked at number 69 on the UK Singles Charts.

Artwork

The original cover is by Rodney Matthews.

Reception and legacy

Jack Butler-Terry of Metal Hammer said the album was "an absolute gem."

Personnel

Praying Mantis
  • Tino Troy – guitars, vocals
  • Steve Carroll – guitars, vocals
  • Chris Troy – bass guitar, vocals
  • Dave Potts – drums, all percussion
Production