Description
On October 15, to mark the 30th anniversary of Road Apples, Universal Music Canada will release comprehensive Deluxe CD, Vinyl + Blu - Ray audio box set editions of one of The Tragically Hip's most iconic albums. Working closely with the band members, behind - the - scenes crew, and dedicated fans, this 30th - anniversary deluxe edition offers an in - depth look at what made this album a beloved gem in The Tragically Hip's collection. The Deluxe Editions feature the original Road Apples album remastered in 2021 by Ted Jensen at Sterling Sound in Nashville. 'Saskadelphia', released earlier in 2021, is also included. 'Live At The Roxy Los Angeles, May 3rd 1991', originally for a radio show and long - sought - after by fans, has been remastered, expanded, and now includes the popular 'Killer Whale Tank' version of New Orleans is Sinking. This legendary Roxy show is a double - vinyl album and nearly 78 minutes on CD. 'Hoof - Hearted' presents previously unreleased demos, outtakes, and alternate versions. The Blu - Ray comes with Dolby Atmos, 7.1, 5.1, and binaural mixes of Road Apples and 5 cuts from Saskadelphia. The packaging and extras are amazing. There's unique new album artwork for the box - set cover and each title in both vinyl and CD formats. A 1991 - 24’ X 37’ promo poster is included. The 36 - page booklet has reproductions of Gord Downie's original lyrics, never - before - seen photos from recording sessions, track - by - track descriptions, a tribute to late producer Don Smith, band commentary, essays from Bruce Dickinson & Mark Vreeken, and liner notes by Mike Mettler edited by Lindsay Pereira. Throughout, there are highlights of numerous rare artifacts from the band's and fans' collections.
To enjoy this Road Apples 30th Anniversary box set, you can start by taking out the vinyl records and playing them on a compatible turntable. Make sure your turntable is clean and in good working condition to get the best sound quality. For the CDs, insert them into your CD player. The Blu - Ray can be played on a Blu - Ray player that supports the audio formats like Dolby Atmos, 7.1, 5.1, and binaural. When handling the vinyl records, always hold them by the edges to avoid fingerprints and scratches. Store them upright in a cool, dry place. For the CDs and Blu - Ray, keep them in their cases when not in use to prevent damage. The booklet and poster are delicate items. You can store the poster flat or roll it up gently and keep it in a tube. The booklet should be handled carefully to avoid tearing the pages. Enjoy exploring all the amazing content this set has to offer, including the behind - the - scenes stories and rare artifacts.
