On the majestic sorrow of ‘Epic Suicide’ the singer is powerful, yet vulnerable. Although it is top heavy in downtempo ambient, melody features highly on Mourner Portraits too, none more so than on the superb ‘Filth of Mankind’ which has an addictive riff throughout. ‘Unwritten Story’ is a soft edged instrumental piano led lament. The unique eeriness that Nu exudes through his guitar sound is infectious and it gels extremely well in contrast to the vocals. The haunting overdub of a british broadcaster announcing the death of Hitler at the tail end of ‘Epic Suicide’ sends a chill down the spine and leaves just the right amount of dead air before progressing into ‘Grey Dolls From Nowhere’. Fans of Ekove Efrits will be pleased, whilst prospective fans will also have plenty to absorb from Mourner Portraits. The wait has most certainly been worth it.