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2023-11-13


Craft Recordings celebrates the 25th anniversary of R

R.E.M.
.E.M.'s groundbreaking album, Up, with a collection of expanded and remastered editions. Available for pre-order today, these releases offer something special for fans. The Deluxe 2-CD/1 Blu-Ray edition is a treasure trove of material. It includes the band's previously unreleased set from their appearance on Party of Five, a hit TV series. This captivating performance from 1999 features an 11-song setlist, including iconic hits like "Man on the Moon," "Losing My Religion," and "It's the End of the World as We Know It (and I Feel Fine)." Plus, there's a spoken-word introduction to set the mood. The accompanying Blu-Ray adds even more value to this edition. It features HD music videos from the 1998 album, a six-song performance titled Uptake, recorded in a London studio, and the album's original EPK. And, for the ultimate audio experience, the Blu-Ray presents stunning hi-resolution and 5.1 surround sound audio. All of this comes housed in a beautifully designed 32-page hardcover book. Inside, you'll find new liner notes from respected journalist Josh Modell, who has conducted fresh interviews with the band members. It's a must-have for any R.E.M. enthusiast. But that's not all. The expanded reissue is also available in other formats. The 2-CD, digital, and hi-res configurations feature the album and the Party of Five performance in full. And for vinyl lovers, the 14-track, 2-LP album will be reissued on high-quality 180-gram vinyl. For something truly special, there's even a limited-edition pressing on Green Marble vinyl, exclusively available at R.E.M.'s official store. Plus, you can find special Up merchandise there too. No matter which format you choose, you can expect the highest quality audio. The newly remastered audio has been expertly handled by Bob Ludwig at Gateway Mastering.

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