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Aura (The Mission album)

by The Mission

Released: November 06, 2001

Gothic rock

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The Album

"Aura" is popularly known as The Mission's eighth official studio album. "Aura" embraces a sort of gothic rock sound that reflects the band's earlier works, standing in contrast to their more experimental approach in the late 90s. Notable tracks in the album include "Evangeline," "Slave to Lust," and "In Denial" which was considered as a standout, demonstrating the band's darker, heavier side.

Inside the Recording

Recorded in 2001, this album marked the band's return after an initial break-up in 1996.

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Some notable line-up changes occurred in this album…

Some notable line-up changes occurred in this album with Craig Adams being the only original member alongside frontman Wayne Hussey.

The album spotlights a mix of new material…

The album spotlights a mix of new material alongside older tracks that have been redone.

Overall, "Aura" was appreciated for its consistent, high-quality…

Overall, "Aura" was appreciated for its consistent, high-quality gothic-rock undertones and became a strong comeback for the band.

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"Aura" is popularly known as The Mission's eighth official studio album. Recorded in 2001, this album marked the band's return after an initial break-up in 1996. Some notable line-up changes occurred in this album with Craig Adams being the only original member alongside frontman Wayne Hussey.

"Aura" embraces a sort of gothic rock sound that reflects the band's earlier works, standing in contrast to their more experimental approach in the late 90s. The album spotlights a mix of new material alongside older tracks that have been redone.

Notable tracks in the album include "Evangeline," "Slave to Lust," and "In Denial" which was considered as a standout, demonstrating the band's darker, heavier side. Overall, "Aura" was appreciated for its consistent, high-quality gothic-rock undertones and became a strong comeback for the band.