Badfinger’s Long-Lost Album “Head First” Set For Release in 2024, Fully Mixed and Mastered and On Vinyl For the First Time
HEAD FIRST: 50th ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL EDITION
In
an exhilarating announcement for music aficionados and rock historians,
the iconic British band Badfinger is proud to unveil the forthcoming
release of their long-lost album “Head First” scheduled for 2024 -
exactly 50 years after its original recording.
This historic release
features Peter Ham’s final studio recordings and marks a significant
milestone in the band’s legacy, bringing forth an album that has been
shrouded in mystery for decades.
“Head First” will be released on vinyl on December 13, 2024 on Y&T Music (CD TBA).
With
hits such as “Come and Get It,” “No Matter What,” “Day After Day,” and
“Baby Blue,” Badfinger has long been recognized as a formidable force in
the power pop and classic rock genres of the 1970s.
A Historic Recording…
Originally
laid down in 1974 at The Beatles’ renowned Apple Recording Studio on
Savile Row, London, “Head First” encapsulates a transformative era in
Badfinger’s storied career. The sessions for “Head First” took place
during a tumultuous period for the band, marked by personal struggles
and external challenges, which ultimately led to the album being
shelved. For years, only a rough mix survived, with the master tapes
thought to be lost.
However, the recent rediscovery of the original
multi-tracks has allowed for a meticulous mixing and mastering process,
breathing new life into this long-hidden masterpiece. The release
promises to provide fans with an authentic glimpse into the creative
spirit of Badfinger during one of their most artistically rich periods.
A Landmark Release for Fans and Collectors…
The
official release of “Head First” is not just an addition to Badfinger’s
discography; it represents a rediscovery of a pivotal moment in rock
history. The album features tracks that showcase the band’s raw energy
and emotive songwriting, resonating with both long-time fans and a new
generation of listeners. The newly mastered sound highlights the band’s
musicianship in an unprecedented way, revitalizing their enduring
legacy.
Bob
Jackson, the sole surviving member of the lineup, expressed his
excitement: “On behalf of my bandmates - Pete, Tommy, and Mike - I am
thrilled to say, ‘We did it, guys!’ This marks the culmination of a
50-year journey and it’s an honor to complete the vision we had all
those years ago. The last piece of the puzzle is finally in place.”
The Songs:
Lay Me Down
Hey Mr Manager
Turn Around
Back Again
Rock 'N' Roll Contract
Keep Believing
Moonshine
Rockin' Machine
Passed Fast
Savile Row (2024)
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Badfinger and George Harrison in New York in 1971.
Badfinger were signed to the Beatles' Apple label and their
first hit "Come And Get It," released in 1970, was written by Paul
McCartney.
"Day After Day" from their 1971 album Straight Up was produced by George Harrison, who also played slide guitar on the recording, and is arguably one of the prettiest rock ballads to come out of the 70s.
"Day After Day" from their 1971 album Straight Up was produced by George Harrison, who also played slide guitar on the recording, and is arguably one of the prettiest rock ballads to come out of the 70s.
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