04. "Undertow (Live From Atlanta, GA / 11/18/1995)"
05. "Wichita Lineman (Live From Houston, TX / 9/15/1995)"
06. "New Test Leper (Acoustic / Live From Seattle, WA / 4/19/1996)"
07. "The Wake-Up Bomb (Live From Atlanta, GA / 10/4/1995)"
08. "Binky The Doormat (Live From Atlanta, GA / 11/18/1995)"
09. "King Of Comedy (808 State Remix)"
10. "Be Mine (Mike On Bus Version)"
11. "Love Is All Around"
12. "Sponge"
13. "Leave (Alternate Version)"
Disc 03 01. "Outdoor Projections (Live / September 7, 1996)" 02. "New Adventures In Hi-Fi (EPK / Previously Unreleased)" 03. "New Adventures In Hi-Fi 5.1" 04. "New Adventures In Hi-Fi (Hi-Resolution Audio)" 05. "E-Bow The Letter (Official Music Video)" 06. "Bittersweet Me (Official Music Video)" 07. "Electrolite (Official Music Video)" 08. "How The West Was Won And Where It Got Us (Official Music Video)" 09. "New Test Leper (Official Music Video)"
Description:
"New Adventures In Hi-Fi 25th Anni. (Dlx. 2CD+BR)" is a deluxe anniversary edition of R.E.M.'s acclaimed album, presented here as an expanded CD + Blu-ray set by Concord Records. The 2CD component typically centers around the original studio album "New Adventures in Hi-Fi" - a work often celebrated for its atmospheric songwriting, cinematic scope and rich, guitar-driven arrangements - along with additional audio content that can include rare tracks, B-sides or live versions, depending on the exact configuration. The Blu-ray component focuses on high-quality audiovisual material: a new or remastered high-resolution audio mix of the album, and possibly video content such as promo clips, live performances or archival footage, all intended to immerse the listener more deeply in the world surrounding this pivotal mid-1990s release. Together, these discs offer both a comprehensive revisit for longtime fans and a premium entry point for new listeners discovering this phase of the band's career.
R.E.M. stand among the most influential alternative rock bands of the late 20th century, known for their jangling guitars, introspective lyrics and a steady evolution from college-rock pioneers to global chart presence. Across their career they released a long string of critically lauded albums and hit singles that helped define alternative rock's move into the mainstream. Their willingness to experiment with mood, texture and narrative on albums like "New Adventures in Hi-Fi" demonstrated the group's creative ambition at a time when they were already firmly established as major figures in popular music. This anniversary edition underlines the lasting impact of that creative peak and frames the album as a key chapter in their broader body of work.
Concord Records, the label behind this edition, is part of the broader Concord music group and is known for carefully curated reissues, catalog projects and high-quality productions across genres such as rock, jazz and popular music. The company has built a reputation for treating legacy recordings with respect: overseeing thoughtful remastering, adding well-researched bonus material and packaging, and presenting classic albums in formats that appeal to collectors and audiophiles. With this CD+Blu-ray set, Concord Records focuses on both sound quality and archival value, positioning "New Adventures In Hi-Fi 25th Anni. (Dlx. 2CD+BR)" as a collectible edition that honors the original album while making it accessible in a modern, premium physical format.
This deluxe package is designed for listeners who value both the musical content and the presentation: the multiple discs invite deep listening sessions, comparisons between mixes or bonus tracks, and, through the Blu-ray, an enhanced experience that extends beyond standard CD audio. Whether as an upgrade for existing fans or as a discovery edition for newcomers, it serves as a comprehensive celebration of a significant album within R.E.M.'s catalog, presented with the production care and archival sensibility for which Concord Records is known.