Suicide Star's Early Solo Work Revived

Sacred Bones and the Vega Vault Project are bringing Alan Vega's initial solo recordings back into the spotlight. His 1980 self-titled debut and 1981's Collision Drive have been meticulously remastered from the original tapes. These significant releases are scheduled for January 23, appearing on vinyl, 8-track, and notably, for the first time on digital streaming platforms. A special deluxe 2xLP version of the self-titled album promises bonus content, including previously unheard demo tracks.

Vega's widow, Liz Lamere, shared insights into the artist's philosophy, stating that his music was always open to interpretation. She explained that Vega believed the meaning of his songs belonged to the listener, who was encouraged to bring their own experiences and emotions to the listening process. This openness, she noted, was a key part of the enduring power of his lyrical and musical landscapes.

Following Vega's passing in 2016, a dedicated effort by his collaborators began to unearth and release his extensive archive of unreleased material. This initiative has already seen several posthumous releases, including the album IT in 2017, material recorded with Lamere between 1996-1998 titled Mutator in 2021, and Insurrection last year.