MORTIIS
SMELL OF RAIN (RSD ESSENTIAL CLEAR WITH CREAM & BLACK SPLATTER) - LP

UPC: 5055006524864
Label: EARACHE
Format: LP
Release Date: May 29, 2026
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***RSD Essential 087***
2x Clear w/ Cream & Black Splatter Vinyl

2001's The Smell Of Rain heralded seismic changes for Emperor alumnus Mortiis. Mortiis stepped up to the microphone as a lead vocalist for the first time, and the album expanded to encompass more live musicians, ushering in a metamorphosis in his sound. Closer to synthpop in parts, the album clutched more tightly onto its industrial rock sensibilities and became significantly more refined and propulsive as a result. It had a lithe groove, subtle catchiness, and a thrumming, murky energy. Looking back now, it was a truly unique release for Mortiis amidst the rest of his discography.

25 years on, the record's forward-thinking, open-minded quality means it hardly feels out of place in 2026, where melding genres feels more natural than staying in just one lane. To celebrate, it is receiving its first pressing to vinyl since its original year of release.