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    Mortal

    Nu-En-Jin

    (2002)

    Reviewed by The Kern County Kid

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    Label Tooth & Nail RecordsHM Magazine #97September/October 2002
    electronicindustrialindustrial rocktechno

    It's good to have Mortal back. After all these years and various musical incarnations (most notable Fold Zan & Juggernautz), one can see elements like industrial energy, atmospheric dreamy-ness, and the pop hook fusing together seamlessly. It's a long and full release (49 min), but instant hits aren't jumping off on casual listens.

    Editors' ratings - Doug 3/5, Jason 2.5/5

    Other coverage for this album

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