New Music Drops: Aug. 15, 2025

Deep Purple and Van Halen Celebrate Legacy with New Releases

Deep Purple continues to explore its iconic live performances with the release of a new super deluxe edition of Made in Japan, while Van Halen revisits their final multi-platinum era with an expanded version of Balance. These releases highlight the enduring influence of these legendary rock bands, as well as other acts that are also rolling out new or reissued material today.

A New Take on a Classic: Made in Japan

The 1972 concert recording Made in Japan is being given a fresh look with the Super Deluxe Edition. This 5CD/Blu-ray box set includes the original album, three shows from Osaka and Tokyo that contributed to the LP, and edited songs that were released as singles. The reissue features new stereo and Dolby ATMOS mixes by Steven Wilson, offering fans a more immersive listening experience. This release is a must-have for collectors and longtime fans who appreciate the band’s signature sound.

Van Halen’s Final Multi-Platinum Era

Van Halen’s 1995 album Balance is getting an expanded reissue that includes previously unreleased tracks. The new edition adds the B-side “Crossing Over,” two songs from the Twister soundtrack, and nine live tracks from the accompanying tour. With hits like “Can’t Stop Lovin’ You” helping it reach platinum status, Balance marked the band’s 10th and final album to sell over a million copies. This reissue is a celebration of Van Halen’s legacy and a fitting tribute to their final chapter.

Other Notable Releases Today

Several other artists are also releasing new or reissued material today. Among them are:

• Electric Light Orchestra: A yellow and red 2LP vinyl edition of Out of the Blue
• Cranberries: An expanded 30th anniversary deluxe edition of No Need to Argue
• Jerry Garcia Band: A 6CD box set featuring live recordings from 1991
• Jethro Tull: A 2CD or 2LP release of Live From Baloise Session 2008
• UFO: An expanded and remastered 2CD or 3LP reissue of No Place to Run
• Pretenders: A remastered reissue of The Singles
• Orianthi: A new album titled Some Kind of Feeling featuring collaborations with Alice Cooper
• Stephen Bishop: A collaborative project with Sting, Eric Clapton, and others called THIMK
• Various Artists: Lee ‘Scratch’ Perry Presents Better Times: The Jamaican Upsetter Singles 1971 Chapter II

Fans can also look forward to additional releases in the coming months, including reissues of classic albums by John Fogerty, Oasis, and The Who.

Upcoming Releases in August

Later this month, several more notable albums will be released, including:

• John Fogerty: Legacy: The Creedence Clearwater Revival Years
• Oasis: Complete Studio Album Collection in an 8CD or 14LP gold vinyl box
• The Who: Live at the Oval 1971 in CD, 2LP, Atmos, and digital formats
• Deep Purple: Rapture of the Deep as a remixed and expanded reissue
• Hawkwind: Hall of the Mountain Grill in expanded CD, vinyl, or 7CD/2Blu-ray box set formats
• John Oates: Oates
• John Wetton: Concentus II: The John Wetton Live Collection Volume Two in a 10CD box
• Various Artists: Remembering Gary Brooker: The Concert with contributions from Procol Harum and other musicians
• Various Artists: When Will They Ever Learn? A Story of U.S. Folk Music: 1963-1969 featuring Bob Dylan, Simon and Garfunkel, and others

Releases Arriving in September

September will bring even more exciting music, including:

• David Byrne: Who Is the Sky? with multi-format releases including sky blue vinyl
• Joni Mitchell: Joni’s Jazz in a 4CD box
• David Bowie: I Can’t Give Everything Away: 2002-2016 in a 12CD or 18LP box
• Foghat: Fool for the City in an expanded 2CD or 2LP anniversary reissue
• Foreigner: Foreigner 4 in an expanded super deluxe anniversary edition
• Grateful Dead: Blues for Allah in an expanded 50th anniversary 3CD or translucent green 2LP reissue
• Led Zeppelin: Physical Graffiti in a 50th anniversary 3LP deluxe edition and Live E.P.
• Spinal Tap: The End Continues
• Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks: Buckingham Nicks in remastered vinyl, CD, and digital formats
• Beat [King Crimson]: Beat Live in a 3CD/Blu-ray box
• Genesis: The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway: 50th Anniversary Super Deluxe Edition in 4CD/Dolby Atmos mix Blu-ray or 5LPs/Dolby Atmos mix Blu-ray
• Robert Plant: Saving Grace
• Ronnie Wood: Fearless: Anthology 1965-2025 in a 2CD or 2LP set

A Look Back: Albums That Were Hated

For those interested in the darker side of music history, there are also releases that highlight albums that were initially disliked by the artists themselves. These stories offer a unique perspective on the creative process and the sometimes unpredictable nature of artistic reception.