The Police are releasing five of their classic albums on SHM-CD on November 14. The albums include Outlandos d’Amour (1978), Reggatta de Blanc (1979), Zenyatta Mondatta (1980), Ghost In The Machine (1981), and Synchronicity (1983).
SHM-CD stands for “Super High Material.” Unlike regular CDs made from polycarbonate, SHM-CDs use a purer, high-quality material designed for LCD screens. They have the same size and weight as standard CDs, but the difference is in the quality. When you play a CD, a laser reads tiny pits on the disc to deliver the music. SHM-CDs allow for more precise data etching, resulting in cleaner, brighter, and fuller sound.
These special discs are made in Japan, using their own unique stampers and pressed in small batches to ensure top quality. Other artists like Thin Lizzy, Paul McCartney, Roxy Music, and Eric Clapton have also released music on this format.
Last year, The Police released a deluxe reissue of their final studio album, Synchronicity. This package featured over 55 unreleased tracks, new liner notes, interviews, rare memorabilia, and unseen photos. It took more than three years to put together.
Earlier this year, Sting celebrated the 40th anniversary of The Dream Of The Blue Turtles with a digital deluxe edition.
Be sure to check out The Police’s music on SHM-CD when it drops!
