By 2019, on the album's 35th anniversary, the demand for a proper, high-quality reissue was immense. Warner Music and Rhino finally answered the call, releasing multiple versions of a newly remastered Forever Young on March 15, 2019.
In the pantheon of synth-pop, few albums capture a moment—and a prophecy—quite like Alphaville’s 1984 debut, Forever Young . For decades, fans have navigated a labyrinth of muddy CD transfers, vinyl rips, and compressed digital files. That all changed in 2019. The release of the Forever Young 2CD set, particularly in exclusive FLAC (Free Lossless Audio Codec) format, isn't just another reissue. It is an archival event. alphaville forever young 2cd2019flac exclusive
In 2019, fans and audiophiles received the ultimate gift: a meticulously remastered, expanded 2CD Deluxe Edition. For high-fidelity enthusiasts, hunting down the rip has become a priority. This release represents the absolute pinnacle of how 1980s electronic music should be preserved, restored, and experienced. Disc 1: The Original Album Remastered By 2019, on the album's 35th anniversary, the
The inclusion of B-sides like "The Nelson Highrise (Sector One: The Elevator)" and "Welcome to the Sun" provides a fascinating look into Alphaville’s darker, more experimental synth-pop textures. These tracks prove that the band was much deeper than just their radio-friendly singles. Tracklist - Disc 2 Big in Japan (7" Version) Sounds Like a Melody (7" Version) The Nelson Highrise (Sector One: The Elevator) Forever Young (7" Version) Welcome to the Sun The Jet Set (7" Version) Golden Feeling Big in Japan (Culture Mix) Sounds Like a Melody (Special Long Version) For decades, fans have navigated a labyrinth of
The Ultimate Synth-Pop Treasure: Exploring the Alphaville Forever Young Deluxe Edition (2CD 2019 FLAC)
A comparison of the The full tracklist with runtimes for both discs