In the summer of 2004, Green Day entered the studio with Rob Cavallo to create American Idiot, uncertain of what the future held. They were audacious, rebellious, and stressed out by the state of the country at the time. American Idiot was crafted as a response to the daily bombardment of media that spreads it far and wide, making us desensitized and weary -filled with themes that still ring true today, even 20 years later.
When they made this record, they couldn’t foresee the impact that was to come—23 million copies sold, 6x platinum, multiple GRAMMYs, a Broadway musical, and so much more.
The album turns a whole 20 years old this year, and you know they’ve cracked open the vaults for a very special 20th Anniversary Deluxe Edition that comes out on October 25th.
The Super Deluxe Box Sets are available as 8 LP Vinyl, or 4 CD, comprising of
- 15 unreleased American Idiot demos
- 15-track 2004 concert recorded at Irving Plaza in New York City
- 9 previously unreleased live recordings
- 14 songs previously available only as B-Sides and bonus tracks
Plus, it showcases two Blu-Ray Discs, comprising of
- the brand new, 110-minute, documentary, 20 Years of American Idiot
- the film Heart Like A Hand Grenade
- BBC: Top of the Pops “Mini Gig”
- Later with Jools Holland
Also includes new liner notes penned by
@RollingStone ’s David Fricke and Producer
@robcavallo_official .
In the Vinyl Box Set, each LP has been pressed on its own unique color vinyl. The collection also houses a 36-page book, a large Green Day flag, and the iconic American Idiot red tie.
The CD Box Set boasts a 48-page book, enamel pin set, sticker sheet, and cloth patch.
If you purchase via the band’s webstore, you will also receive a poster.
Pre-order now (link in bio) 💣💥 Three songs off the release are available to listen to everywhere now: Holiday / Boulevard of Broken Dreams (Demo), Favorite Son, & Minority (Live at Irving Plaza, 9/21/04).
