The group has released three original studio albums: First and Last and Always (1985), Floodland (1987), and Vision Thing (1990). Each album was recorded by a different line-up; singer-songwriter Andrew Eldritch and the drum machine called Doktor Avalanche are the only points of continuity throughout. Eldritch and Avalanche were also involved in The Sisterhood, a side-project connected with Eldritch's dispute with former members.
The Sisters of Mercy ceased recording activity in the early 1990s, when they went on strike against East West Records, whom they accused of incompetence and withholding royalties, and had pressured the group to release at least two more studio albums; instead, the label released the album Go Figure under the moniker SSV in 1997. Although the Sisters of Mercy were eventually released from their contract with East West, they have never been signed to another label nor released any new material, despite showcasing numerous new songs in their live sets.
Former members of the group established the bands Ghost Dance and The Mission.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Sisters_of_Mercy
Discography
First and Last and Always (1985)
Floodland (1987)
Vision Thing (1990)
Some Girls Wander by Mistake (compilation, 1992)
A Slight Case of Overbombing (compilation, 1993)
Home of the Hit-Men
The Sisters of Mercy Lyrics
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I guess this must be the home of the hitmen
In these lyrics, The Sisters of Mercy explore the theme of violence and its association with power. The reference to the sun shining on the aluminium could be interpreted as a metaphor for the cold harshness of the urban landscape, where violence and aggression are the norm. The use of the word βhitmenβ has a strong connotation of organized crime and assassinations, symbolizing the idea of people with ultimate power and control.
Furthermore, the reference to the hitmen's 'home' could be revealing of a disturbing reality - that the society they belong to, and where they thrive, is one built on violence and destruction. The phrase 'home of the hitmen' could imply that the hitmen are idolized and even protected by the community that depends on their services in sinister and shadowy ways.
In essence, the lyrics to Home of the Hit-Men seem to suggest a society where violence is the norm and power is associated with ruthless behavior. It speaks to the darker side of human nature and serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of giving into our most primal instincts.
Line by Line Meaning
The sun shines on the aluminium
The metal surface reflects the bright light of the sun.
I guess this must be the home of the hitmen
I presume that this must be the base of organized criminals who perform violent attacks for hire.
Contributed by Matthew M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.