Christopher Cross
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Omnivore will offer an expanded reissue of the self-titled debut album from Christopher Cross, the unforgettable 1979 release that became a commercial juggernaut and propelled the unlikely star to the music business' upper echelon. The CD or 2LP release features 11 bonus tracks including the rare non-album single "Mary Ann" and a slew of demos, six of which are made available for the first time anywhere - including several songs never before issued by Cross. (The set uses Bernie Grundman's impeccable original album master, with engineer Michael Graves restoring the bonus material to prime condition.) The package features liner notes by journalist Gene Sculatti - the former editorial director of Cross' then-label Warner Bros. Records - complete with new insights courtesy of an interview with the album's producer Michael Omartian. As an Amazon affiliate, we earn from qualifying purchases.