The "Heart Ache" EP signaled Jesu's move toward a more melodic, shoegaze-inflected sound, featuring a blend of heavy guitars and ethereal vocals that would become his signature.
- The EP was released on August 30, 2004, by the independent label Dry Run Recordings.
- "Heart Ache" was Jesu's debut release after his well-regarded instrumental hip hop project God was retired.
- The EP's title track showcases a dense wall of sound, characteristic of Broadrick's production style.
Jesu is the moniker of British musician Justin Broadrick, a pioneer of post-metal and industrial music. This 2004 EP marked a significant shift towards a more shoegaze-influenced, melodic sound in his work.
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