1993

Beginnings

Ashen Mortality was formed in early 1993 by Ian Arkley (ex Seventh Angel) and Melanie Bolton. The original line up was Ian Arkley (Guitar & Vocals), Melanie Bolton (Vocals & Keyboards), Tim Cooper (Bass) and Ben Jones (Drums).

Ashen Mortality go to The Wall

The first demo tape, Ashen Mortality, was recorded at The Wall, Birmingham, England from October 9th to the 11th and engineered by Andy Wickett.

First gig with Rez

The band's first gig was with Rez, during November in Salford, England.

1994

Brixton Academy and more gigs

During 1994 Ashen Mortality played many gigs around the UK including a show at Brixton Academy, London on May 14th.

Second demo and Separation from Ben

The Separation demo was recorded between the 16th and 18th of July at Attic Studios. Shortly afterwards Ben left the band.

Greenbelt, Germany and Holland with Neal

On August 24th Ashen Mortality played at the Greenbelt festival with stand in drummer Neal Harris. Neal also played with the band during the tour of Holland and Germany from September 2nd to 29th.

1995

Sleepless Remorse

Three tracks from the second demo, Separation, Sleepless Remorse and Imprisoned were remixed and four new songs were recorded to form Sleepless Remorse, the band's first album. Neal played drums on the new tracks, although Ben Jones can be heard on the remixed demo songs. The album was recorded at Attic Studios (now closed) and was produced for a mere