[2025-10-24] The Blasters "American Music" and "Non Fiction" repacks (Liberation Hall)

Linda · **Posted:** Mon Aug 11, 2025 9:25 pm

American Music
US - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FL42YPDW/?tag=imwan-20
CA - Available for pre-order soon: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0FL42YPDW/?tag=imwanca-20
UK - Available for pre-order soon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0FL42YPDW/?tag=imwan-21

Non-Fiction
US - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FL3ZLM6J/?tag=imwan-20
CA - Available for pre-order soon: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0FL3ZLM6J/?tag=imwanca-20
UK - Available for pre-order soon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0FL3ZLM6J/?tag=imwan-21

Description
American Music:
The debut 13-track album from the American roots rock band. The set is a glimpse into the Blasters' beginnings with many covers of songs the band made their own from Bill Haley, Howlin' Wolf and other American music legends. Features the original versions of the band's two most popular classic tracks, "Marie Marie" and the album title track. The groundbreaking album was originally released on independent label Rollin' Rock Records in 1980, then had been re-released by Hightone Records with a new cover and package in 1997, with both configurations unavailable for many years now. The album now makes its re-release on CD with its original front and back cover art from 1979. Includes new liner notes written by Chris Morris with band member interviews. Also features rare photos and memorabilia only available for this 2025 re-release.

Non-Fiction:
The legendary Americana band's 1983 album. The 11-track set features the four core band members - Phil Alvin, Dave Alvin, John Bazz and Bill Bateman - accompanied by Gene Taylor, Lee Allen and Steve Berlin. Includes band classic cuts "Long White Cadillac" (a hit for Dwight Yoakum in 1989), "Jubilee Train", "Red Rose" along with deep track covers of "Barefoot Rock" and "Tag Along", sung by piano player Gene Taylor. The album was critically acclaimed with positive reviews from The New York Times, Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, Boston Globe, Philadelphia Inquirer, Trouser Press, The Village Voice, Goldmine, and many others. The San Diego Union named it the eighth best album of the 1980s. The album marked a shift in their sound as the band incorporated more diverse influences, blending rock, rockabilly, blues, and country elements. While still maintaining the energetic roots rock style they were known for, "Non Fiction" also explored a more polished and mature production compared to their earlier albums. The album stands out for its mix of upbeat tracks with thoughtful lyrics and a more reflective tone than their earlier, more raw recordings. The album is praised for its strong songwriting, and although it didn't achieve major commercial success, it remains a beloved album among fans. Its 2025 re-release on CD includes brand new liner notes and band interviews written by Chris Morris with rare photos and memorabilia images.

Linda · **Posted:** Wed Aug 20, 2025 1:09 am

"It Must Be Love", from Non Fiction:

Linda · **Posted:** Sat Aug 30, 2025 8:25 pm

"Marie Marie", from American Music:

[2025-10-24] The Blasters "American Music" and "Non Fiction" repacks (Liberation Hall)

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