A quick heads-up regarding the new a-ha deluxe reissues which buyers have been getting from Rhino this week: Looks like there will be some bonus download-only tracks available. But the best part is, you don't have to spend $15-20 on the full album to get them!
I haven't seen 'em posted yet on either Rhino's Web site or iTunes, but the band's Web site has unveiled the tracks:
- The Sun Always Shines on T.V. (Steve Thompson Dance Remix) (U.S. 12" A-side - Warner Bros. 20410-0, 1985) - 8:27
- Take on Me (Instrumental Mix) - 3:51 *
- Hunting High and Low (Slow Version Demo) - 3:47 *
- Take on Me (Long Version) (12" A-side - Warner Bros. W9146T, 1984) - 4:46
- I've Been Losing You (Dub) (12" B-side - Warner Bros. W8594T, 1986) - 4:23
- Soft Rains of April (Piano Version) - 2:23 *
- The Swing of Things (Demo #1) - 4:07 (from the bonus CD included with the book The Swing of Things)
- I've Been Losing You (Early Demo) - 4:11 *
* previously unreleased
And you can expect reviews of both sets by the end of the week. Trust me, though, they're well worth it.
Don says
I just commented on the awesomeness of these reissues under the Duran Duran post. Looking forward to your review!