Double vinyl LP pressing. Isis' 1998 EP Mosquito Control and 1999 EP The Red Sea are getting a vinyl compilation release through Ipecac Records.
"Mosquito Control / The Red Sea" is a special LP release by the influential post-metal band Isis, brought to you by Ipecac Recordings. This album combines two of the band's early and highly regarded EPs: "Mosquito Control," originally released in 1998, and "The Red Sea," from 1999. These works showcase Isis's pioneering blend of crushing heaviness, atmospheric soundscapes, and intricate song structures that would later define their genre-defying career. With tracks that move seamlessly between aggression and ambience, this LP captures the raw energy and experimental spirit that made Isis a cornerstone in modern heavy music.
Isis was formed in Boston in 1997 and quickly rose to prominence within the underground metal scene for their innovative approach to songwriting. Their albums such as "Oceanic" (2002) and "Panopticon" (2004) are widely considered masterpieces of post-metal, earning critical acclaim for pushing boundaries both musically and conceptually. Over their active years until disbanding in 2010, Isis influenced countless bands with their dynamic range?from thunderous riffs to ethereal passages?and left an indelible mark on contemporary heavy music.
Ipecac Recordings is renowned for its eclectic roster of artists spanning genres from rock to avant-garde experimentalism. Founded by Mike Patton (of Faith No More/Mr. Bungle fame) and Greg Werckman in 1999, Ipecac has become synonymous with musical innovation?championing unique voices like Melvins, Fantômas, Dälek, and many more alongside releases like this essential collection from Isis.