Craft Recordings Announces Wide Vinyl Release of CREED's Greatest Hits Collection in Anticipation of Band's Reunion Tour
- by Adam Bailey
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As CREED prepares to embark on their highly anticipated headlining shows after over a decade-long hiatus, Craft Recordings celebrates the iconic band's reunion with the first wide vinyl release of their multiplatinum-selling Greatest Hits collection. Originally introduced as a limited-edition pressing in 2004, this definitive 13-track compilation showcases the GRAMMY and American Music Award-winning band's monumental journey through their first three albums: "My Own Prison" (1997), "Human Clay" (1999), and "Weathered" (2001).
Featuring chart-topping singles such as "Higher," "One Last Breath," "With Arms Wide Open," and "My Sacrifice," Greatest Hits encapsulates CREED's unparalleled impact on modern rock music. As a special bonus, the 2-LP set includes an etching on Side D that mirrors the album's cover art, adding a unique touch to this collector's item.
Scheduled for release on May 24th, Greatest Hits is available for pre-order starting today. Fans can choose from a variety of limited exclusives, including Green Smoke vinyl (via CREED's official store), Orange Smoke (Craft Recordings), Red Smoke (Target), Gray Smoke (Best Buy), and Blue Smoke (Walmart). Additionally, the collection is currently available for streaming and digital download.
In anticipation of their reunion, CREED is remastering their iconic music videos in HD, offering fans an enhanced viewing experience. The band invites audiences to visit their official YouTube channel to watch the newly restored video for "Higher," with more special announcements expected to follow.
With over 53 million albums sold worldwide, CREED remains one of modern rock's most influential acts. Formed in 1994 in Tallahassee, FL, by the prolific writing duo of Scott Stapp (vocals) and Mark Tremonti (guitar), along with bassist Brian Marshall and drummer Scott Phillips, CREED skyrocketed to international fame with their anthemic hooks, rousing guitar riffs, and introspective lyricism.
Greatest Hits traces CREED's remarkable journey through memorable singles from their debut album "My Own Prison," which was later certified 6x Platinum. The collection highlights the band's evolution with selections from the Diamond-certified "Human Clay," including the GRAMMY-winning "With Arms Wide Open" and the enduring hit "Higher," which spent a record-breaking 57 weeks on the US pop chart.
"Weathered," the band's final studio album until their reunion in 2009, further solidified CREED's legacy with its introspective lyricism and heavy sound. The album, which topped the US charts for eight consecutive weeks, features the hits "My Sacrifice" and "One Last Breath," resonating with fans worldwide.
Following an 11-year hiatus, CREED announced their long-awaited reunion in July 2023. Fans can look forward to multiple opportunities to experience the band live, starting with a headlining spot on the sold-out Summer of '99 Cruise. The band will continue their headlining run on the Summer of '99 Tour, joined by acts such as Finger Eleven, 3 Doors Down, Hinder, Fuel, and Daughtry. Later this year, CREED plans to celebrate the 25th anniversary of "Human Clay" with a North American tour.
For tickets and additional information, fans can visit CREED's official website.
About Craft Recordings: Craft Recordings is the premier source for essential music from the past and present, offering a meticulously curated selection of vinyl reissues, deluxe editions, and archival releases across a wide range of genres. For more information, visit CraftRecordings.com.
