Ash Announce 30th Anniversary Edition of Debut Album 1977
The reissue adds four bonus tracks and a live 2021 set, while a livestream and international tour mark the album’s 30th anniversary.
- Northern Irish trio Ash announced a 30th anniversary reissue of their debut album 1977 alongside an extensive world tour. The band will mark the milestone with a special livestreamed concert from Belfast's Oh Yeah Centre tonight.
- The anniversary edition of 1977 includes the original 12-song tracklist plus four additional tracks including long-lost Bittersweet Blue. Available formats span double LP EcoRecord Green and Black 'InkPlosion' vinyl, double CD Digisleeve plus booklet, and digital.
- BBC Introducing's Taylor Johnson will host tonight's livestreamed concert at the Oh Yeah Centre, exploring the stories behind the album. The band launches their 1977 tour in Australia on September 4, continuing through New Zealand, Southeast Asia, and Europe.
- Pre-Sale tickets open May 12, with general sale beginning May 15. The tour concludes in Ireland this December, with performances at the Olympia, Dublin on December 9 and Ulster Hall, Belfast on December 10.
- Originally released in 1996, the No 1 hit record 1977 remains a career highlight for frontman Tim Wheeler and bandmates. Last September, the group shared a double A-side single featuring Blur's Graham Coxon before Wheeler joined Coldplay at Wembley Stadium.
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