John Lennon’s Mind Games album, a fascinating exploration of peace, love, and introspection, is set to be celebrated in a grand new collection. The John Lennon Estate and Universal Music Recordings are releasing JOHN LENNON – MIND GAMES – THE ULTIMATE COLLECTION, a definitive deep dive into this iconic 1973 album. This limited edition box set promises to offer fans an unparalleled listening experience and a wealth of archival treasures.
This meticulously curated collection is designed for the ultimate John Lennon aficionado. Housed in a striking 10-inch square box, the set contains six CDs and two HD Audio Blu-rays, alongside a stunning 136-page hardback book. Adding to the exclusivity, the box includes a reproduction of the original 1973 triptych marketing poster, postcard-sized reproductions of vintage advert artworks, and a uniquely numbered Citizen of Nutopia ID Card – a nod to Lennon’s conceptual country of peace.
The audio content is the heart of this collection. The six CDs showcase various facets of the album, starting with The Ultimate Mixes of all twelve tracks, offering a fresh and vibrant sonic perspective. For those interested in the intricate layers of the music, The Elemental Mixes and Elements Mixes provide deconstructed versions, highlighting specific instrumental and vocal elements. The Evolution Documentary CD offers a unique behind-the-scenes journey through the creation of each song. For studio enthusiasts, the Raw Studio Mixes and a CD of Out-takes offer an intimate glimpse into the recording process, featuring alternate takes and unreleased material.
The two Audio Blu-rays elevate the listening experience to audiophile levels, featuring High Definition 24/192 Stereo, 24/192 5.1 Surround, and Dolby Atmos versions of all tracks. Beyond the album itself, the Blu-rays include the newly 2024 Remastered ‘Mind Games’ music video and a previously unreleased ‘You Are Here’ (additional out-take) tape boxes music video, adding visual dimensions to the musical journey.
Sean Ono Lennon spearheaded this ambitious project, producing the collection. The mixing and engineering team boasts Triple GRAMMY-Award winner Paul Hicks, alongside Sam Gannon and Rob Stevens. Mastering for stereo was handled by Alex Wharton at the legendary Abbey Road Studios, while Sam Gannon took charge of the 5.1 Surround and Dolby Atmos mastering, ensuring top-tier audio quality across all formats.
The 136-page glossy, hardback coffee-table book is a treasure trove for Lennon devotees. It delves into the writing and recording of Mind Games through the words of John & Yoko, drawn from extensive archive interviews. Complementing these historical insights are brand-new interviews with the musicians and engineers involved in the album. The book is further enriched with exclusive, never-before-seen photographs by Bob Gruen, alongside unseen photos, handwritten lyrics, letters, original tape box images, and various memorabilia from the John Lennon & Yoko Ono Lennon Archives. This visual and textual content provides unparalleled context and depth to the Mind Games era.
For fans eager to immerse themselves in the multifaceted world of John Lennon’s Mind Games, this Ultimate Collection is an essential acquisition. It offers not just remastered music, but a holistic exploration of a pivotal album in Lennon’s solo career, packaged with exceptional attention to detail and quality.
Tracklisting:
CD1 • The Ultimate Mixes
- Mind Games
- Tight A$
- Aisumasen (I’m Sorry)
- One Day (At A Time)
- Bring On The Lucie (Freeda Peeple)
- Nutopian International Anthem
- Intuition
- Out The Blue
- Only People
- I Know (I Know)
- You Are Here
- Meat City
CD2 • The Elemental Mixes
- Mind Games (Elemental Mix)
- Tight A$ (Elemental Mix)
- Aisumasen (I’m Sorry) (Elemental Mix)
- One Day (At A Time) (Elemental Mix)
- Bring On The Lucie (Freeda Peeple) (Elemental Mix)
- Nutopian International Anthem (Elemental Mix)
- Intuition (Elemental Mix)
- Out The Blue (Elemental Mix)
- Only People (Elemental Mix)
- I Know (I Know) (Elemental Mix)
- You Are Here (Elemental Mix)
- Meat City (Elemental Mix)
CD3 • The Elements Mixes
- Mind Games (Elements Mixes)
- Tight A$ (Elements Mixes)
- Aisumasen (I’m Sorry) (Elements Mixes)
- One Day (At A Time) (Elements Mixes)
- Bring On The Lucie (Freeda Peeple) (Elements Mixes)
- Nutopian International Anthem (Elements Mixes)
- Intuition (Elements Mixes)
- Out The Blue (Elements Mixes)
- Only People (Elements Mixes)
- I Know (I Know) (Elements Mixes)
- You Are Here (Elements Mixes)
- Meat City (Elements Mixes)
CD4 • The Evolution Documentary
- Mind Games (Evolution Documentary)
- Tight A$ (Evolution Documentary)
- Aisumasen (I’m Sorry) (Evolution Documentary)
- One Day (At A Time) (Evolution Documentary)
- Bring On The Lucie (Freeda Peeple) (Evolution Documentary)
- Nutopian International Anthem (Evolution Documentary)
- Intuition (Evolution Documentary)
- Out The Blue (Evolution Documentary)
- Only People (Evolution Documentary)
- I Know (I Know) (Evolution Documentary)
- You Are Here (Evolution Documentary)
- Meat City (Evolution Documentary)
CD5 • The Raw Studio Mixes
- Mind Games (Raw Studio Mix)
- Tight A$ (Raw Studio Mix)
- Aisumasen (I’m Sorry) (Raw Studio Mix)
- One Day (At A Time) (Raw Studio Mix)
- Bring On The Lucie (Freeda Peeple) (Raw Studio Mix)
- Nutopian International Anthem (Raw Studio Mix)
- Intuition (Raw Studio Mix)
- Out The Blue (Raw Studio Mix)
- Only People (Raw Studio Mix)
- I Know (I Know) (Raw Studio Mix)
- You Are Here (Raw Studio Mix)
- Meat City (Raw Studio Mix)
CD6 • The Out-takes
- Mind Games (Out-take, Take 7)
- Tight A$ (Out-take, Take 6)
- Aisumasen (I’m Sorry) (Out-take, Take 2)
- One Day (At A Time) (Out-take, Take 18)
- Bring On The Lucie (Freeda Peeple) (Out-take, Take 15)
- Declaration Of Nutopia (Out-take, Take 1)
- Intuition (Out-take, Take 12)
- Out The Blue (Out-take, Take 15)
- Only People (Out-take, Take 12)
- I Know (I Know) (Out-take, Take 22)
- You Are Here (Out-take, Take 5)
- Meat City (Out-take, Take 16)
Blu-Rays 1 & 2 contain High Definition 24/192 Stereo, 24/192 5.1 Surround, and 24/48 Dolby Atmos versions of all of the above tracks, plus the 2024 Remastered ‘Mind Games’ music video and a ‘You Are Here’ (additional out-take) tape boxes music video.
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