Name: Arthur Or The Decline And Fall Of The British Empire (50th Anniversary)
Brand: The Kinks

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

4050538513103

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Colour

Black

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Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Original LP, Remastered in stereo from HD sources + bonus tracks  Booklet with sleeve notes featuring new band interview

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2019-10-25

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Warner Music Group

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

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2 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No / black

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Original album, remastered in stereo + bonus tracks. Booklet with sleeve notes featuring new band interviews, photos

2 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

The Kinks

Genre GB

Classic

Label GB

BMG Rights Management, formerly known as Bertelsmann Music Group, is a global music conglomerate with a rich history in the industry. Originally formed in 1985 as a joint venture between Bertelsmann AG and RCA, BMG has since evolved into a powerhouse of music production and distribution.

In 1986, Bertelsmann acquired full ownership of RCA and Arista Records through the purchase of their joint venture's stock from General Electric. The following year, these labels were merged under the umbrella of Bertelsmann Music Group (BMG), solidifying its position as a major player in the music world.

In 2004, BMG joined forces with Sony Music to create Sony BMG Music Entertainment. However, in 2008, Bertelsmann sold its stake in the company, leading to the formation of BMG Rights Management. Today, BMG continues to thrive as a leading record label and distributor worldwide.

The Kinks are an English rock band formed in Muswell Hill, North London, in 1963. The band was founded by brothers Ray and Dave Davies, along with Pete Quaife and Mick Avory. Throughout their career, The Kinks have explored various styles of rock music. In 2018, Ray Davies announced that the band had reformed for a new studio album and potential live performances. The Kinks were inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall of Fame in 1990.

The hugely well-respected and historically important Kinks seventh studio album Arthur Or The Decline And Fall Of The British Empire was released on 10th October 1969, and celebrates its 50th anniversary on 2019. 'Rock musical' in style and one of the most effective concept albums in rock history, the album was constructed by Kinks' frontman Ray Davies as the soundtrack to a subsequently cancelled Granada Television play. The album receiving almost unanimous acclaim upon its release.

7" square x 3” deep, 2-part rigid card box containing: 4 x CDs, 4 x 7" singles, book, printed memorabilia, enamel badge

4 x CDs (in individual card wallets)

- 2019 newly remastered stereo and mono versions of original Arthur album from HD sources

- Mono and stereo single versions, B-sides, alternate mono / stereo mixes, demos, BBC mixes and Dave Davies’ solo 

- 2 new recordings of Ray Davies with The Doo Wop Choir, including one previously unreleased track

- 3 previously unreleased tracks written for Arthur, and recorded by the 'Come Dancing' Workshop Ensemble (1998)

- New Ray Davies remixes of album tracks ‘Australia’ and ‘Shangri-La’

- 81 tracks total, comprising 5 previously unreleased tracks and 28 previously unreleased versions

4 x Arthur related 7” singles (with reproduced original international artwork)

- Drivin’ / Victoria / Shangri-La / Hold My Hand (Dave Davies solo)

- Extensive essays by world-renowned Kinks experts, original cancelled Arthur play co-scriptwriter Julian Mitchell, and original album sleeve designer Bob Lawrie

- New interviews with Ray Davies, Dave Davies and Mick Avory

- Band photos, original release international cover artwork and memorabilia

- Reproduced original photos &amp; posters

- Bespoke, exclusive, metal &amp; enamel Kinks logo pin badge