Faith and the Muse - 'Elyria' Goth masterpiece gets re-released

The 'Sparks' ignite for Faith and the Muse

One of Goth Rock's most enchanting acts, Faith and the Muse is a collaboration between Monica Richards (Strange Boutique) and William Faith (Christian Death / Mephisto Waltz / Sex Gang Children / Shadow Project). Their 1994 debut album, ‘Elyria', left an indelible mark on the Goth and Darkwave scenes, transcending the genres and is much admired for its artistry and musical depth. Remastered in 2026 by Faith, with new graphics by Richards, the CD digipak design also features two panels of quotes from the band about the making of the album. This new remaster will not be released digitally.

Pulsating with inspiration and creativity, ‘Elyria’ consists of fourteen songs that are both sophisticated and otherworldly. Its many highlights include the Post-Punk-inspired ’Sparks’ and ’The Trauma Coil', the seductive Medieval and Renaissance music-inspired ‘Vervain’, the shimmering ‘All lovers Lost’ and the album opening title track. Remastered reissues of ‘Anwyn, Beneath the Waves’ (1995) and ‘Evidence of Heaven’ (1999), the second and third albums by Faith and the Muse, will follow in early 2027.

'Elyria' tracklisting Below:
01. Elyria
02. Sparks
03. All lovers Lost
04. Interlude: Annabell
05. Vervain
06. The Unquiet Grave
07. Lago’s Demise
08. Interlude: Maleficio
09. When to her lute Corinna Sings
10. Caesura
11. The Trauma Coil
12. Mercyground
13. Heal
14. Epilogue: Twilight

Listen! to the Track 'Sparks' Below: