John Lennon solo albums remastered
Written by admin on June 29, 2010 – 2:56 pm -| There will be a string of releases to coincide with John Lennon’s 70th birthday on October 9, including remastered versions of his solo albums, two box sets and a single CD hits collection. Details are a little sketchy right now, but this all sounds very promising. |  |
The following eight solo albums have been digitally remastered:
- John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band (1970)
- Imagine (1971)
- Some Time In New York City (1972)
- Mind Games (1973)
- Walls And Bridges (1974)
- Rock ‘n’ Roll (1975)
- Double Fantasy (1980)
- Milk And Honey (1984).
“Double Fantasy” has also been given the remix treatment by Yoko Ono and original producer Jack Douglas and this stripped down mix will appear along with the original mix on a special 2-CD set.
Commenting on the releases, Yoko said:
| “In this very special year, which would have seen my husband and life partner John reach the age of 70, I hope that this remastering / reissue programme will help bring his incredible music to a whole new audience.” |
| “By remastering 121 tracks spanning his solo career, I hope also that those who are already familiar with John’s work will find renewed inspiration from his incredible gifts as a songwriter, musician and vocalist and from his power as a commentator on the human condition.” |
As well as the eight individual reissues, October 9 will see the release of:
- a single CD hits compilation titled “Power to the People: The Hits” which will feature 15 tracks. There will also be an Experience Edition with additional content
- a 4-CD set of themed discs titled “Gimme Some Truth” which will feature 72 of Lennon’s solo recordings. The CDs will have four themes – “Roots,” for the rock ‘n’ roll tracks, “Working Class Hero” for political songs, “Woman” for love songs and “Borrowed Time” for songs about life
- a deluxe 11-CD collectors set titled “John Lennon Signature Box” which will feature the eight remastered albums, rarities and non-album singles.
We’ll post more information as it becomes available.
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