Two of Ministry’s seminal albums are set for re-releases next month as part of Rhino’s annual Rocktober campaign offering limited-edition vinyl by iconic Warner Music artists. On October 4, deluxe editions of 1986’s Twitch and 1988’sThe Land of Rape and Honey will be available at local record stores while supplies last. Below are full details on each special release.
Twitch (Deluxe Edition)
The deluxe edition of Ministry’s Twitch highlights their early industrial sound with tracks like “Just Like You” and “Over The Shoulder.” It includes remixes and extended versions such as “All Day Remix” and “Over The Shoulder (12” Version).” This edition offers a deeper dive into the band’s innovative and brooding style. On 2LP black vinyl.
The Land Of Rape And Honey (Deluxe Edition)
Experience the raw power of Ministry’sThe Land of Rape and Honey in deluxe edition. This definitive collection includes iconic tracks like “Stigmata” and the haunting title track, plus exclusive remixes and extended cuts. Dive into the intense energy and industrial ferocity of this genre-defining album. On 2LP black vinyl.
The news follows Ministry’s whirlwind summer as a featured guest on the Freaks On Parade Tour headlined by Rob Zombie and Alice Cooper.Ministry has one more concert date left for 2024, with an appearance at California’s Aftershock Festival on October 10. Find more info at www.MinistryBand.com.
Joined by Ministry’s current frontline of musicians – creator and mastermind Al Jourgensen, John Bechdel (keyboards), Monte Pittman and Cesar Soto (guitars), Roy Mayorga (drums) and Paul D’Amour (bass) – HOPIUMFORTHEMASSES also has a slew of special guest contributors including Gogol Bordello’s Eugene Hutz, long-time collaborator and Lard companion Jello Biafra and Corrosion of Conformity frontman Pepper Keenan.
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