A moody and rather
psychedelic mid-80s US rock band. Most of the band went on to become
Mazzy Star, when original singer
Kendra Smith was replaced by
Hope Sandoval.
Opal are oft-associated with the paisley underground tag, among other bands seemingly influenced by both The Velvet Underground and The Doors. See also: Rain Parade, Dream Syndicate
Opal only have one proper album to their name, "Happy Nightmare Baby". They also have a far superior (but unfortunately nigh on impossible to track down) compilation titled "Early Recordings" which is one of this humble noder's favourite records of all time.