superdeluxeedition is a music blog celebrating the repackaging, reissuing and representation of back catalogue music.
‘Deluxe Editions’ originated back in the 1990s. Albums would be reissued with a ‘bonus’ disc. Often these discs would feature demos, outtakes, live performances and b-sides.
In recent years the ‘Deluxe Edition’ has often been expanded to include a DVD in addition to the 2CDs on offer. Paul McCartney and Wings’ Band on the Run was recently released in just such a format.
That brings us nicely on to the ‘Super Deluxe Edition’. What is a Super Deluxe Edition? For the uninitiated it’s the wallet-busting über edition of a re-released album.
David Bowie’s Station to Station from 1975 is a good example. EMI’s 2010 re-release included a ‘Super Deluxe Edition’ that included 5 CDs, a DVD, 3 heavyweight vinyl LPs, replica concert tickets, replica backstage passes, and much more! This all derived from what was originally a 6 track album.
While many might scoff at such excess, superdeluxeedition (this site!) is here to celebrate these reissues, as well as their more wallet-friendly cousins.
We will bring you news of what’s coming out when, reviews of releases and hopefully offer some entertaining food for thought with regular industry commentary.
I love your site! As a graphic designer I am always checking out the packaging for upcoming albums and your site does a fantastic job of showcasing the best.
Do you guys know if there are any plans to remaster and release Donna Summers catalogue anytime soon? I know all but one album (Bad Girls) was remastered. Especially now that she has passed away, record companies seem to use this time to cash in.
Thanks,
J
Thank you for lovely feedback! Not sure about Donna Summer – if we hear anything you’ll be the first to know!
Very nice site, Paul. Congratulations. I love the visual and the contents. I’m a deluxe edition fan too, so it’s good to have found a nest like this. Keep up the good work.
Thanks,
Tim Tirelli
Italy