Name: Floodland
Brand: The Sisters Of Mercy

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Warner Music Group Germany Holding GmbH

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[r27985473]

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Release date

2018-06-15

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2564607701

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825646077014

2006-12-08

505101175802

5051011758027

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The Sisters Of Mercy

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Warner Music International

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Classic

The Sisters of Mercy is a rock band formed in Leeds, UK, in 1980. The band was founded by singer Andrew Eldritch and guitarist Gary Marx, with Eldritch being the only surviving member of the original line-up. Throughout their career, The Sisters of Mercy have been known for their diverse sound on each of their three studio albums. They have been labeled as 'goth', 'keyboards', and 'American rock' by the media. However, they firmly deny any association with goth and consider themselves primarily a rock band.

Influenced by artists such as Leonard Cohen, The Stooges, Suicide, and Motörhead, The Sisters of Mercy became an integral part of the '80s goth music scene. Despite this association, they continue to perform live shows around the world today. Their performances typically include a mix of new songs, re-worked classics from their discography, and covers.

With their enduring presence in Europe's music scene and dedication to delivering captivating live performances filled with a blend of old favorites and fresh material, The Sisters of Mercy remain an influential force in rock music.

The Sisters of Mercy

Warner is a renowned music publishing company and a division of the Warner Music Group. With its origins dating back to 1811, when Chappell & Company was founded as a music publishing company and instrument shop in London's Bond Street, Warner/Chappell has grown to become one of the largest music publishers in the industry.

Established in 1987 after Warner Communications acquired Chappell & Co., Warner/Chappell boasts an impressive catalog of over one million songs and represents more than 65,000 talented songwriters. Having operated under the name Warner/Chappell Music for over three decades, the company recently rebranded itself as *Warner Chappell Music* in May 2019, unveiling a fresh new logo.

With various name variations such as *Warner/Chappell*, *Warner-Chappell*, *Warner Chapell*, and *Warner Chappel*, this label continues to make significant contributions to the music industry by nurturing and promoting exceptional talent worldwide.

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The first phase of The Sisters of Mercy came to an end when the band broke up soon after the band finished the tour for their 1985 debut, 'First and Last and Always'. Undaunted, the group's founder and frontman Andrew Eldritch continued to make music, aided by his ever faithful drum machine Doktor Avalanche. The Sisters of Mercy came back stronger than ever in 1987 with their second album, 'Floodland', an even bigger commercial and artistic breakthrough. The second incarnation of The Sisters - which featured bassist Patricia Morrison of Gun Club and now The Damned - explored new sonic avenues on 'Floodland'. The tone was still dark and brooding, but now the guitars shared space with keyboards and the rich orchestrations of producer Jim Steinman (Meat Loaf) on tracks like 'This Corrosion' and 'Dominion / Mother Russia.' When the album was released in November 1987, it climbed the charts in the UK where it reached the Top Ten. Along with the studio album, 'Floodland Era Vinyl Box Set' includes a trio of 12" singles from that era too: 'This Corrosion,' 'Dominion' and 'Lucretia My Reflection.' It features a different mix of the title track, along with the non-LP B-sides 'Torch' and 'Colours.' The 12" version of the second single 'Dominion' also appears in this set. It contains a different mix of 'Dominion,' as well as three additional tracks: 'Untitled,' 'Sandstorm' and their unique cover of Hot Chocolate's 'Emma.' The third single, 'Lucretia My Reflection' is represented here by the nine minute 12" version from 1988 that features the B-side 'Long Train', originally recorded in 1984. This new boxed set marks the digital debut for several of the songs featured on the 12" singles.

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Discover Floodland by The Sisters of Mercy on Warner label. Available in LP and CD formats. Explore this exclusive music release from 1987.