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Phil Collins Celebrates 45th Anniversary of Face Value with 4-LP Vinyl Box Set and Dolby Atmos Blu-ray
On 18 September 2026, Phil Collins will mark the 45th anniversary of his groundbreaking debut solo album Face Value with a four‑LP deluxe vinyl edition and a separate Blu‑ray Audio release.
The vinyl set, titled Face Value (Full Value), offers a half‑speed remaster of the original 1981 record, plus a treasure trove of rare material: previously unreleased live performances, demos, and studio outtakes. The Blu‑ray edition showcases new Dolby Atmos, 5.1 surround, and stereo mixes crafted by producer Steven Wilson.
Face Value first hit shelves on 13 February 1981, issued by Virgin Records in the UK and Atlantic Records in North America. The album dominated the charts, staying at number one on the UK Albums Chart for three weeks, topping Canada and several European markets, and debuting at number seven on the US Billboard 200. Since then, it has moved more than five million copies in the United States and over 1.5 million in the UK, earning multi‑platinum certification in both territories.
The anniversary package features a half‑speed remaster by Miles Showell at Abbey Road Studios. New liner notes from music journalist Tom Doyle include an interview with Collins about the album’s creation. The vinyl set preserves the original LP order on LP 1, while LP 2, LP 3 and LP 4 add live recordings from Perkins Palace (1982), Irvine Meadows (1985), the Secret Policeman’s Other Ball, and a selection of demos and outtakes. Highlights include a previously unreleased live version of “You Know What I Mean” from Perkins Palace, an outtake of Collins’ experimental take on The Beatles’ “Tomorrow Never Knows”, and a full version of “Over The Rainbow” that was only partially included on the original release.
Production details that made Face Value distinctive are also emphasized in the anniversary release. Collins co‑produced the album with Hugh Padgham and brought in the Phenix Horns from Earth, Wind & Fire for tracks such as “I Missed Again.” The gated reverb drum sound that defined the lead single “In The Air Tonight” became a signature of the 1980s and is highlighted in the new mixes. The album’s experimental tracks, including the stripped‑back acoustic “The Roof Is Leaking” and the layered reinterpretation of “Tomorrow Never Knows,” showcase Collins’ willingness to push sonic boundaries.
In the streaming era, Face Value has accumulated more than 2.4 billion streams across platforms, while “In The Air Tonight” alone has surpassed one billion Spotify streams as of 2026. Collins’ solo career has sold an estimated 150 million albums worldwide, and he has earned numerous accolades, including Grammy, BRIT, Ivor Novello and Academy Awards. In 2026, he will be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame as a solo artist, following his 2010 induction as a member of Genesis.
The 45‑anniversary releases provide a comprehensive look at the album that launched Collins’ solo career and reshaped his public image. The vinyl edition will be available from major retailers and the official Phil Collins website, while the Blu‑ray Audio will be distributed by Rhino Records. Fans and collectors can expect a detailed, high‑fidelity presentation that honors the original work and expands on its legacy.
The vinyl set, titled Face Value (Full Value), offers a half‑speed remaster of the original 1981 record, plus a treasure trove of rare material: previously unreleased live performances, demos, and studio outtakes. The Blu‑ray edition showcases new Dolby Atmos, 5.1 surround, and stereo mixes crafted by producer Steven Wilson.
Face Value first hit shelves on 13 February 1981, issued by Virgin Records in the UK and Atlantic Records in North America. The album dominated the charts, staying at number one on the UK Albums Chart for three weeks, topping Canada and several European markets, and debuting at number seven on the US Billboard 200. Since then, it has moved more than five million copies in the United States and over 1.5 million in the UK, earning multi‑platinum certification in both territories.
The anniversary package features a half‑speed remaster by Miles Showell at Abbey Road Studios. New liner notes from music journalist Tom Doyle include an interview with Collins about the album’s creation. The vinyl set preserves the original LP order on LP 1, while LP 2, LP 3 and LP 4 add live recordings from Perkins Palace (1982), Irvine Meadows (1985), the Secret Policeman’s Other Ball, and a selection of demos and outtakes. Highlights include a previously unreleased live version of “You Know What I Mean” from Perkins Palace, an outtake of Collins’ experimental take on The Beatles’ “Tomorrow Never Knows”, and a full version of “Over The Rainbow” that was only partially included on the original release.
Production details that made Face Value distinctive are also emphasized in the anniversary release. Collins co‑produced the album with Hugh Padgham and brought in the Phenix Horns from Earth, Wind & Fire for tracks such as “I Missed Again.” The gated reverb drum sound that defined the lead single “In The Air Tonight” became a signature of the 1980s and is highlighted in the new mixes. The album’s experimental tracks, including the stripped‑back acoustic “The Roof Is Leaking” and the layered reinterpretation of “Tomorrow Never Knows,” showcase Collins’ willingness to push sonic boundaries.
In the streaming era, Face Value has accumulated more than 2.4 billion streams across platforms, while “In The Air Tonight” alone has surpassed one billion Spotify streams as of 2026. Collins’ solo career has sold an estimated 150 million albums worldwide, and he has earned numerous accolades, including Grammy, BRIT, Ivor Novello and Academy Awards. In 2026, he will be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame as a solo artist, following his 2010 induction as a member of Genesis.
The 45‑anniversary releases provide a comprehensive look at the album that launched Collins’ solo career and reshaped his public image. The vinyl edition will be available from major retailers and the official Phil Collins website, while the Blu‑ray Audio will be distributed by Rhino Records. Fans and collectors can expect a detailed, high‑fidelity presentation that honors the original work and expands on its legacy.
