Insomniac, Green Day 25th Anniversary Edition 2LP

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Artist - Green Day
Format - 12" Double Album
Genre - Punk and Rock
Year - 2021
Country - United States
Grading (record) - Mint
Grading (sleeve) - Mint

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Sealed Mint - 2021

Green Day – Insomniac (25th Anniversary Edition)

Artist: Green Day

Title: Insomniac (25th Anniversary Edition)

Album Type: Fourth Studio Album (Expanded Reissue)

Release Date: March 19, 2021 (Original Release: October 10, 1995)

Label: Reprise Records

Genre: Punk Rock

Background & Production Released to celebrate a quarter-century of the band’s most abrasive and high-strung record, the 25th Anniversary Edition highlights the period when Green Day doubled down on their punk roots following the massive fame of Dookie. Produced by Rob Cavallo, the original 1995 sessions were notoriously "heavy," fueled by sleep deprivation and a rejection of the "pop-punk" label. This 2LP set serves as the definitive retrospective of the era that produced the jagged energy of "Geek Stink Breath" and the sludgy power of "Brain Stew".

Musical Composition & Style The 25th Anniversary Edition expands the sonic landscape of the original 32-minute blitz.

  • LP 1: The Remastered Album: Features the original 14 tracks, remastered for a punchier low-end on vinyl. It includes the fan-favorite "Brain Stew / Jaded" and the relentless "86".

  • LP 2: Live in Prague (1996): This second disc contains eight previously unreleased live recordings from the band's legendary performance at Sportovni Hala in Prague on March 26, 1996.

  • Raw Energy: The live tracks (including "2000 Light Years Away" and "Stuck with Me") capture the band at a peak moment of their mid-90s world tour, showcasing their aggressive and fast-paced stage presence.

  • Atmospheric Tone: The remastering emphasizes the "thick" guitar tones that Billie Joe Armstrong achieved using his iconic "Blue" Stratocaster.

Legacy & Collector Notes This 25th Anniversary release is a highly visual and tactile package designed specifically for the vinyl enthusiast.

  • Prismatic Foil Jacket: The gatefold cover features the iconic Winston Smith "God Told Me to Skin You Alive" collage, printed on high-quality silver prismatic foil that catches the light.

  • Vinyl Color: The most common limited edition for this release is pressed on Translucent Orange vinyl, though standard black variants were also produced.

  • Side D Etching: In many pressings of this 2LP set, the fourth side features a custom etched design rather than audio, making it a unique display piece.

  • Hidden Gems: The live versions on the second disc are prized by fans as they represent some of the only high-quality soundboard recordings from the Insomniac tour.

    • Keywords: Green Day, Insomniac 25th Anniversary, 2LP Vinyl, Orange Vinyl, Reprise Records, Brain Stew, Live in Prague, Punk Rock, Prismatic Foil, Billie Joe Armstrong.

    • Collection Ideas: 90s Punk Reissues, Live from the Vault, Anniversary Box Sets, Prismatic & Color Vinyl.

    • Related Artists: Rancid, Jawbreaker, The Offspring, Blink-182, Pennywise.
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MINT - sealed

NM - likely never played - almost perfect

VG+ - light scuffs, light scratches wont effect play

VG -  signs of wear, light scratches you can feel

GOOD -  surface noise, visible groove wear

POOR / FAIR- some damage, causing issues like skipping & distorted audio

OIS - original inner sleeve
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