Sodom - Mortal Way of Life - Death / Thrash metal 2x 12" Vinyl LP Album

- Sonic Triumph from the 1988 SODOMANIA Tour!

Sodom's"Mortal Way of Life," a live-recorded masterpiece from their 1988 SODOMANIA-Tour, epitomizes the raw energy of German thrash metal. Emerging from Gelsenkirchen, Sodom's meticulous recording process balances live chaos with studio precision. Released in 1988 as a 2x 12" Vinyl LP Album, its iconic cover art and tracks like "Outbreak of Evil" cement its status as a timeless classic, capturing the essence of thrash metal's golden era.. This web page has photos of album covers, inner sleeves, record labels together with production details, musicians and track-listing.

 

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"Mortal Way of Life" Album Description:

In the world of thrash metal history, Sodom stands as a formidable force, and their live recorded album "Mortal Way of Life" serves as a testament to the band's prowess during the SODOMANIA-Tour in April-May 1988. This 2x 12" Vinyl LP Album captures the raw energy and unbridled intensity of Sodom's performance, etching a memorable chapter in the genre's legacy.

The creation of "Mortal Way of Life" was not merely a recording endeavor but a sonic journey that reflected the band's dedication to delivering an authentic thrash metal experience. To delve into the album's creation history, we must first understand the backdrop of Sodom's ascendancy in the metal scene.

Emerging from Gelsenkirchen, Germany, in the early 1980s, Sodom quickly carved a niche for themselves with their aggressive and uncompromising sound. Influenced by the likes of Venom and Slayer, they embraced the burgeoning thrash metal movement, infusing it with their unique Teutonic approach.

As the band gained momentum, the decision to record a live album became a pivotal point in their career. The SODOMANIA-Tour of 1988 was a defining moment, marking Sodom's relentless pursuit of musical excellence and cementing their status as a force to be reckoned with in the thrash metal landscape.

The choice to record live was deliberate, as it allowed Sodom to capture the raw energy of their performances and connect with their audience in an unfiltered manner. The result was "Mortal Way of Life," a sonic barrage that encapsulated the intensity of Sodom's live shows.

The recording process itself was a meticulous endeavor, with the band striving to preserve the authenticity of their live sound. The challenge lay in harnessing the chaotic energy of a live performance while maintaining the clarity and precision necessary for a studio album. Sodom, however, navigated this balancing act with finesse, ensuring that each track on "Mortal Way of Life" resonated with the visceral energy that defined their live presence.

Released in 1988, "Mortal Way of Life" hit the shelves as a 2x 12" Vinyl LP Album, a format that added a tactile element to the listening experience. The album art, another crucial facet of its creation, echoed the visual aesthetic of the thrash metal era, featuring evocative imagery that complemented the sonic onslaught within.

Collectors information / Album Description: 

Original sexy cover with some nudity

Music Genre:

Death Thrash Metal 

Album Production Information:

The album: "Mortal Way of Life" was produced by: Sodom

Gerd Rautenbach - Sound Engineer

Dierks Mobile Studio - Recording Studio

Andre Gierre - Sound Mix Engineer

Frank Bornemann - Sound Mix Engineer and Co-production

Frank Bornemann a multi-talent singer, guitarist, music producer and sound engineer from Germany. Founder of the Horus Sound Studio in Hannover, Germany and best known as lead singer in the German Progressive Rock/Space Rock band "ELOY". During the 1980s he has worked on albums for bands like: Czakan, Eloy, Heaven's Gate, Scanner, Sodom , Steeler and others.

Horus Sound Studio - Sound Mix Studio

Horus Sound Studio is located in Hannover, Germany and has been the recording and sound mix studio for sound engineers like: Tommy Hansen , Tommy Newton , Jan Nemec, . During the 1980s this studio has been used by bands like: Celtic Frost, Helloween, Rage, Sodom, Victory and many others

Sebastian Kruger - Album Cover Artwork

Sebastian Krüger a German Illustrator who has (during the 1980s) drawn around two dozen of album covers for bands like: Destruction, Risk, Sodom, Tankard, Running Wild.)

Record Label & Catalognr:

  Steamhammer SPV 80 -7575
Packaging: This album "Mortal Way of Life" includes the original company printer inner sleeve
Record Format: Double LP 12" Vinyl Stereo Full-Length Gramophone Record
Album weight: 360 gram  

Year and Country:

  1988 Made in Germany
Band Members and Musicians on: Sodom Mortal Way of Life
Complete Track Listing of: "Mortal Way of Life"

The Songs/tracks on "Mortal Way of Life" are

  • Persecution Mania - 4:45
  • Outbreak of Evil - 3:46
  • Conqueror - 3:00
  • Iron Fist - 2:56 (Cover Motörhead)
  • Obsessed by Cruelty - 8:54
  • Nuclear Winter - 5:54
  • Electrocution - 3:06
  • Blasphemer - 6:00
  • Enchanted Land - 4:15
  • Sodomy & Lust - 5:02
  • Christ Passion - 6:24
  • Bombenhagel - 6:40
  • My Atonement - 5:57
  • Conjuration - 5:26
Album cover photos of : Sodom Mortal Way of Life

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The album cover artwork of "Mortal Way of Life" featuring an illustration in a style reminiscent of satirical, exaggerated scenes often found in classic European paintings. The artwork showcases a chaotic, hedonistic scene set in what appears to be an ancient or ruined cityscape, perhaps resembling a debauched Roman or Greek setting. Characters are portrayed in various states of revelry, with exaggerated expressions and poses, evoking a sense of indulgence and mischief.

In the center, a man draped in red fabric and holding a woman wrapped in white cloth appears to be one of the focal points. Around them, other figures engage in various acts of revelry: drinking, shouting, and displaying overtly humorous or lewd behaviors. There are scattered props, such as broken statues, a golden helmet or mask, and animals, including a black cat and a pig.

The signature in the upper portion suggests it may be autographed by one or more individuals associated with the artwork or album. This cover art style is typical of heavy metal or rock albums, which often use elaborate and provocative visuals to make a bold, memorable statement.

Sodom band-photos on the album's back cover 

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Close-up of the "SteamHammer" Blue SPV 80-7575 Record Label 

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Note: The images on this page are photos of the actual album. Slight differences in color may exist due to the use of the camera's flash.

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SODOM - Agent Orange  album front cover vinyl record

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Agent Orange 12" Vinyl LP
SODOM - Better Off Dead
SODOM - Better Off Dead  album front cover vinyl record

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Better Off Dead 12" Vinyl LP
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SODOM - Expurse of Sodomy album front cover vinyl record

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Expurse of Sodomy 12" Vinyl LP
SODOM - In The Sign Of Evil
SODOM - In The Sign Of Evil  album front cover vinyl record

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In The Sign Of Evil 12" Vinyl LP
SODOM - Mortal Way of Live
SODOM - Mortal Way of Live album front cover vinyl record

The creation of "Mortal Way of Life" was not merely a recording endeavor but a sonic journey that reflected the band's dedication to delivering an authentic thrash metal experience. To delve into the album's creation history, we must first understand the backdrop of Sodom's ascendancy in the metal scene.

Mortal Way of Live 12" Vinyl LP
SODOM - Persecution Mania
SODOM - Persecution Mania  album front cover vinyl record

At its core, "Persecution Mania" captures the essence of what made Sodom such a force to be reckoned with. Led by the indomitable Tom Angelripper on vocals and bass, the band unleashed a sonic assault that would leave listeners in awe. Frank Blackfire's searing guitar work tore through the speakers

Persecution Mania 12" Vinyl LP