1. THE BEAT GOES ON 2. LONG IS THE TIME, HARD IS THE ROAD 3. LET S DO IT 4. LET IT ROLL 5. STEEL RIVER BLUES 6. SOMEBODY SAY AMEN 7. BLUE STREET 1. MONDAY MORNING 2. RESTLESS SOUL 3. WHAT KIND OF LOVE IS THIS 4. PAINT MY JUKEBOX BLUE 5. BABY DON T CRY 6. SPEED
Description:
"The Blue Jukebox" is a richly atmospheric 2LP set on 180g vinyl in a premium gatefold sleeve, presenting Chris Rea's unmistakable blend of blues, roots rock and laid-back storytelling in audiophile quality. Pressed on heavy vinyl for improved dynamics, warmth and reduced surface noise, this edition is designed for listeners who want to experience the music with depth, detail and an intimate analog feel. The gatefold cover offers a generous canvas for artwork, photos and liner notes that visually complement the album's nocturnal, soulful mood and invite you to immerse yourself from the first glance to the last groove. Musically, "The Blue Jukebox" finds Chris Rea in his element: smokey guitar tones, relaxed grooves and a bluesy voice that tells stories of life, travel, longing and late-night reflections. The songs unfold like scenes in a road movie, combining slide guitar, subtle jazz and blues influences and his characteristic melodic sensibility. This is an album for quiet evenings, dim lights and focused listening, where each side of the LP is sequenced like its own chapter. Fans of classic singer-songwriter craft and modern blues will find a cohesive, mood-driven work that rewards repeated plays and complete album listening from start to finish. Chris Rea, the British singer-songwriter and guitarist, became internationally known in the late 1970s and 1980s with hits like "Fool (If You Think It's Over)", "On the Beach" and "Josephine", and he firmly cemented his place in pop history with the perennial classic "Driving Home for Christmas". Over the decades he has evolved from radio-friendly rock and pop towards more blues-oriented, rootsy projects, building a loyal fanbase that values his unmistakable guitar tone, gravelly voice and cinematic songwriting. His albums have achieved multi-platinum status in several countries, and he is regarded as one of the key figures in bridging mainstream rock with contemporary blues. "The Blue Jukebox" reflects the mature phase of his career, in which artistic freedom and atmosphere take center stage. EARMUSIC, the label behind this release, is known for high-quality editions of rock, pop and classic artists, with a strong focus on carefully curated catalog titles, deluxe reissues and audiophile formats. Their releases frequently feature upgraded artwork, meticulous remastering and collector-friendly packaging such as gatefold sleeves and heavyweight vinyl, aiming to present albums in a way that respects both the artist's vision and the expectations of demanding listeners. With "The Blue Jukebox (2LP/180g/Gatefold)", EARMUSIC once again underlines its commitment to giving important works from established artists a long-lasting and attractive physical edition for collectors and music lovers.
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