Here are the classic rock reissues (probably) on the way for 2025

It’s time to start saving those soon-to-be-discontinued pennies and clearing some shelf space, because 2025 is shaping up to be a HUGE year for reissues!

We’ve already seen Elton John, Dio, Fleetwood Mac, and others announce first-quarter-2025 reissue projects hitting shelves, but who else has officially announced new releases of old releases are on the way?

Here’s What We Already Know About

• Bon Jovi – ‘Slippery When Wet’ reissue includes previously unreleased material. The deluxe edition offers seven bonus tracks featuring acoustic versions and live recordings from the 1987 tour. Available in multiple formats, including exclusive vinyl and cassette.

• David Bowie – ‘Young Americans’ (50th Anniversary Edition) set for release on March 7, this half-speed mastered edition commemorates the album’s milestone. A special picture disc version will also be available.
• Genesis – ‘The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway’ (50th Anniversary Super Deluxe Edition) Scheduled for release on March 28, this edition celebrates the landmark album with remastered audio and additional content.
• Pink Floyd – ‘Live at Pompeii’ concert film has been restored and will be re-released in cinemas, including IMAX, on April 24. The accompanying soundtrack will be available for the first time on May 2 across CD, vinyl, and streaming platforms, featuring Dolby Atmos spatial audio.

• Yes – ‘Close to the Edge’ (Super Deluxe Edition) Available from March 7, this reissue offers a comprehensive look at the classic album with remastered tracks and bonus material.

While the official announcements are still trickling in, we can make some educated guesses based on upcoming anniversaries and, let’s be honest, the music industry’s love of a good cash grab.

50th Anniversary Reissue Candidates: We’re looking at potential deluxe editions, remasters, and box sets for some absolute monsters.

• Pink Floyd – Wish You Were Here
• Bruce Springsteen – Born to Run
• Queen – A Night at the Opera
• Fleetwood Mac – Fleetwood Mac
• Aerosmith – Toys in the Attic
• KISS – Alive!
• ZZ Top – Fandango!
• Eagles – One of These Nights

All of those titles are prime candidates for the full reissue treatment, possibly with unreleased tracks, live recordings, and fancy packaging.

40th Anniversariy Reissue Candidates (1985): It’s no half-century, but a 40th birthday is nothing to sneeze at for these massive albums.

• Dire Straits – Brothers in Arms
• Bruce Springsteen – Born in the U.S.A. Tour (Live Releases)
• John Mellencamp – Scarecrow
• Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers – Southern Accents
• Phil Collins – No Jacket Required
• Heart – Heart
• Bryan Adams – Reckless (Tour & Live Releases)

2025 is going to be a banner year for classic rock reissues. Whether you’re a hardcore collector, a casual fan, or just someone who appreciates great music, there’s bound to be something that catches your eye (and your ear). Start saving now, because your wallet is about to take a serious hit.

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