Excited to collaborate once again with an old buddy on a project reminiscent of our younger days, Genesis announces the September launch for their 50th Anniversary box set of The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway.
In an exciting development for progressive rock fans, Genesis' iconic album "The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway" is set for a 50th Anniversary Super Deluxe Edition release on September 26, 2025. This highly anticipated reissue comes as a testament to the enduring appeal of the classic album and Genesis' significant contribution to the genre.
The Super Deluxe Edition box set will commemorate the 1974 original, offering fans a definitive experience of this landmark album. While specific details regarding the number of discs and extra materials have not been disclosed, the edition is expected to include remastered audio, previously unreleased tracks, demos, live recordings, and expanded liner notes or artwork.
One of the standout features of the Super Deluxe Edition is a 60-page coffee table-style book, featuring liner notes from journalist Alexis Petridis. The book will include interviews with all five band members and images from renowned photographers such as Armando Gallo and Richard Haines.
Three never-before-heard demos from the Headley Grange Session will be included as part of a digital download card. Notably, these demos were recorded during the original sessions for "The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway."
The original album mix has been meticulously remastered at Abbey Road Studios, ensuring the best possible sound quality for listeners. The set also includes a replica 1975 tour programme, ticket, and poster, offering a glimpse into the era of the album's release.
The new Super Deluxe edition will be available across multiple formats: five vinyl LPs, four CDs + Blu-ray, and digital release. The Blu-ray audio disc includes the remastered 96kHz/24-bit high-resolution audio and Dolby ATMOS mixes of the studio album.
Peter Gabriel and Tony Banks, the creative forces behind "The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway," worked together on the Atmos mix of the album. This collaboration brought back many good memories for Peter Gabriel, who, along with Banks and Bob Mackenzie, oversaw the Dolby ATMOS mix at his Real World Studios near Bath.
The full live show "The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway Live At The Shrine Auditorium" from January 1975 is included, featuring the encore tracks "Watcher Of The Skies" and "The Musical Box." The experience of working on the Atmos mix brought a sense of nostalgia for both Peter Gabriel and Tony Banks, who were often seen wearing "More Me" T-shirts during the mixing process.
Pre-orders for the Lamb Lies Down On Broadway 50th Anniversary Super Deluxe Edition are now available. The delay from the initially planned release in March 2025 to September 2025 underscores the care being taken in the preparation of this special edition.
In a rare instance, Peter Gabriel and Tony Banks have matured enough to occasionally ask for "Less Me" during the mixing process, demonstrating a mutual respect and understanding that has been a hallmark of their collaborative efforts. Bob Mackenzie did a brilliant job bringing the album into ATMOS, ensuring that the spirit of the original album is preserved while offering a modern audio experience.
Tony Banks is delighted to have a chance to work with his old friend on something from their youth and relive some of the moments they had when recording "The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway." The 50th Anniversary Super Deluxe Edition of Genesis' album is a must-have for any progressive rock fan and a testament to the timeless appeal of "The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway."
- The 50th Anniversary Super Deluxe Edition of Genesis' album, "The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway," will be released on September 26, 2025, commemorating the iconic 1974 album.
- The Super Deluxe Edition box set, anticipation for which is high among progressive rock fans, is set to offer a definitive experience of the classic album.
- The Super Deluxe Edition will feature remastered audio, previously unreleased tracks, demos, live recordings, expanded liner notes or artwork, and a 60-page coffee table-style book.
- The book will include interviews with all five band members and images from well-known photographers like Armando Gallo and Richard Haines.
- Three never-before-heard demos from the Headley Grange Session will be part of a digital download card, recorded during the original sessions for "The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway."
- The original album mix has been meticulously remastered at Abbey Road Studios, providing optimized sound quality for listeners.
- The set will be available across multiple formats, including five vinyl LPs, four CDs + Blu-ray, and digital release, with the Blu-ray audio disc offering remastered 96kHz/24-bit high-resolution audio and Dolby ATMOS mixes.
- Peter Gabriel and Tony Banks, the creative forces behind "The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway," collaborated on the Atmos mix of the album, demonstrating mutual respect and understanding as well as a sense of nostalgia for their collaborative efforts in the past.