Front Line Assembly followed-up Hard Wired in 1997 with FLAvour of the Weak, a sample-laden record that spawned two singles and remixes from the likes of Tim Schuldt and Eat Static. The album was a departure from FLA's previous sound (though that can be said about every album from Bill Leeb and co), incorporating elements of drum 'n' bass, techno, and IDM into a very fresh take on industrial that would prove influential and before its time. Scene mag Culture Shock gave the record a perfect score, while Kerrang! and Naked Truth gave positive reviews.
Artoffact Records reissues a remastered FLAvour of the Weak, including three bonus tracks taken from the Colombian Necktie single. The double vinyl is packaged in an exquisite gatefold sleeve, with a special silver metallic ink underlay that beautifully accentuates the original Dave McKean art.
1. 100 copies on special ultra-clear base with grey-silver splatters
2. 150 copies on clear yellow
3. Also available on black vinyl
