“The Mars Volta’s sophomore full-length; a considerably more complex and ambitious album than its predecessor – four of its five tracks lasted over ten minutes in length – Frances The Mute wasn’t recorded ‘live’ by an ensemble, but with the individual musicians recording the parts Omar had scripted for them separately. Being much more than just a ‘De-Loused Part Two’, the album thrills with its lush sound, the depth of detail, breadth of instrumentation and its fevered intensity.” – Clouds Hill
- black triple vinyl pressing
- remastered for vinyl
- custom etching on side ‘F’
- housed in triple panel gatefold jacket w/ printed inner sleeves
- original release year: 2005
- music label: Clouds Hill 2022