Capitol Records will release an expanded anniversary package for Bob Seger’s 2006 comeback album, “Face the Promise,” on Sept. 18, according to the Detroit Free Press. The milestone release features newly remastered music, including an expanded four-disc vinyl edition, an Amazon-exclusive colored vinyl, a Walmart specialty CD, and a digital streaming debut across major platforms.
Remastered Comeback Album Details and Bonus Tracks
The upcoming reissue shines a light on a pivotal chapter in Seger’s catalog, marking nearly two decades since the Detroit rocker broke a decade-long hiatus. According to the Detroit Free Press, the September rollout includes four previously unreleased bonus tracks recorded and mastered during the original album sessions: “Time,” “Little Jane,” “Red Eye to Memphis,” and “Let Me Try.” Fans can also access a reissued, high-definition music video for the lead single, “Wait for Me.” Pre-order options are currently open ahead of the September street date.
Creative Process and Roots-Rock Sensibility
When “Face the Promise” first dropped in 2006, it followed a lengthy public absence while the Detroit native raised a young family, though he kept busy writing more than 40 songs off the radar. The original 12-track release featured diverse collaborations, including a duet with Patty Loveless on “The Answer’s in the Question” and a Kid Rock partnership on “Real Mean Bottle,” which is a Vince Gill cover song. Speaking with the Detroit Free Press in 2006, Seger explained that his creative freedom shaped the project. “The beauty of it is you don’t have to pander to anybody,” he said. “You just make a record that you like.” He leaned heavily into his signature production style, noting his preference for thick, fatback drums, blues-based guitar players, and prominent backing vocalists.
Did you know? Bob Seger was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2004, shortly before the release of “Face the Promise” brought him back to the top of the charts.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the “Face the Promise” reissue release date?
According to the Detroit Free Press, the remastered reissue is scheduled for release on Sept. 18.
What physical formats are available for the anniversary edition?
The release includes an expanded four-disc vinyl edition, an Amazon-only colored vinyl release, and a CD version featuring a Walmart specialty release, alongside its long-awaited streaming debut.
What new songs are included on the anniversary package?
Four previously unheard tracks recorded during the 2006 era are included as bonus tracks: “Time,” “Little Jane,” “Red Eye to Memphis,” and “Let Me Try.”
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