Floodland

The Sisters of Mercy

Floodland

RELEASED: November 15, 1987
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. Dominion / Mother Russia 7:02 2. Flood I 6:22 3. Lucretia My Reflection 4:57 4. 1959 4:11 5. This Corrosion 9:16 6. Flood II 6:19 7. Driven Like the Snow 4:39 8. Never Land (A Fragment) 2:56
Historical Archive
Floodland, released in 1987, is the second studio album by The Sisters of Mercy, notable for its dark, gothic sound and atmospheric production. The album features a blend of post-punk and rock elements, characterized by Andrew Eldritch's deep vocals and the use of synthesizers, creating a sound that is both haunting and powerful. It includes iconic tracks like 'This Corrosion' and 'Lucretia My Reflection', which have become staples in the gothic rock genre. The album's legacy continues to influence countless artists and remains a defining work of the 1980s alternative music scene.