To commemorate a half-century of progressive rock excellence, Supertramp has released special 50th-anniversary reissues of their seminal albums, Crime of the Century and Crisis? What Crisis?. Originally released in 1974 and 1975 respectively, these era-defining records have been meticulously remastered at half-speed by Miles Showell at Abbey Road Studios, under the oversight of co-producer Ken Scott. This specialized process offers fans the highest possible level of clarity and sonic detail, breathing fresh life into the intricate arrangements and lush production that catapulted the band to global superstardom. These reissues serve as a high-fidelity tribute to the period that saw the band break into the UK Top Five and the U.S. Billboard charts, solidifying their status as titans of the genre.
Crime of the Century remains a cornerstone of rock history, featuring the breakout success of “Dreamer” and “Bloody Well Right,” which eventually paved the way for the band’s world-dominating trajectory. Its successor, Crisis? What Crisis?, was born from a period of intense creative pressure and is now celebrated as the essential bridge between the band’s early progressive roots and their massive commercial peak. From the haunting opening of “School” to the sophisticated pop-sensibilities of “Lady,” these albums represent a pivotal chapter in musical history. Fifty years later, with millions of copies sold and permanent spots on “Greatest Albums of All Time” lists, these high-definition pressings ensure that Supertramp’s impact on rock music will be heard with unparalleled precision for generations to come.
Supertramp 50th Anniversary Tracklists:
Crime of the Century
- Side A: School, Bloody Well Right, Hide in Your Shell, Asylum
- Side B: Dreamer, Rudy, If Everyone Was Listening, Crime of the Century
Crisis? What Crisis?
- Side A: Easy Does It, Sister Moonshine, Ain’t Nobody But Me, A Soapbox Opera, Another Man’s Woman
- Side B: Lady, Poor Boy, Just A Normal Day, The Meaning, Two Of Us
