PRESS RELEASE

Sony Music proudly announce the re-issue of George Michael’s iconic debut solo album Faith on January 31, 2011.

On January 31, 2011, Sony Music will be reissuing George Michael’s iconic album, Faith, remastered. It will be available in multiple special formats including Limited Edition Numbered Collectors Box Set.

When George Michael released his debut solo album Faith in 1987 it instantly caught the imagination of the entire pop world, becoming a milestone in both George Michael’s career and in popular culture.  It remains a high point in pop music, as well as a measure for any artist wanting to cross musical genres and gather both popular and critical appeal.

The album confirmed George’s status as a songwriter of outstanding ability and emotional depth and it propelled him to superstar status equal to that of Elton John, Paul McCartney, Michael Jackson and Madonna.  After hitting the Number One spot in the UK, the USA and many other countries across the globe, Faith went on to sell over 20 million albums worldwide.  It became the best selling US album of 1988 and was awarded the prestigious Diamond Award for sales of 10 million copies.

Faith rapidly became a record-breaking phenomenon, not only producing six Number One singles in the US but also putting George Michael on the map as the first white male artist to hit Number One on the US R&B chart. Faith features some of George’s greatest songs including "Father Figure", "One More Try", "Faith", "Kissing A Fool" and "I Want Your Sex".

The album was written, produced and arranged entirely by George Michael.  His artistry has resulted in countless accolades, including a Grammy for "Album of the Year" and three American Music Awards, namely: Favourite Album (Soul/R&B); Favourite Male Vocalist (Soul/R&B) and Favourite Male Vocalist (Pop/Rock). Additional tributes included an MTV Award for "Father Figure" (Best Direction) and two Ivor Novello Awards for "Songwriter of the Year" and "International Hit of the Year".

To date, George Michael has sold over 100 million records throughout the world; his music sounds as fresh as it did when Faith was first released in 1987. So much so, in fact, that George Michael’s songs – including tracks from Faith – recently featured in the hit US TV show Eli Stone.  As well as appearing on the show himself, George’s songs were used as a theme for each episode.

Today, George Michael continues to inspire young talent and his influence can be heard amongst many of today’s pop and R&B artists. The remastered, reissued Faith will not only delight George’s legions of fans across the world, but it will continue to influence a whole new generation of musicians.

George Michael’s Faith will be reissued globally by Sony Music on January 31, 2011 (February 1, 2011 in the US).

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資料來源：George Michael 官網

刊登時間：2010/11/8

Remaster Will Be Available in THREE More Exciting Formats

In addition to the limited edition numbered collectors box set, Faith will also be made available in three more exciting formats: a two-CD/DVD special edition, a two-CD duo box edition and an iTunes LP! For more information on these, read on!

Limited Edition Numbered Collectors Box Set *NO ART PRINT*

Includes:

•Remastered album

•CD of remastered 12" versions/B-sides

•DVD featuring TV special from 1987, George Michael and Jonathan Ross Have Words, a 25-minute Music Money Love Faith EPK & seven remastered promo videos

•Stunning 60-page, hard-bound book that includes an exclusive interview with George Michael, sleeve notes, rare photos & memorabilia

•Vinyl album replica of the original LP

•Memorabilia envelope that includes five art prints, reproduction poster, tickets & tour pass from the Faith tour sourced from George Michael's personal archive

•All housed in a 12 x 12 numbered, black and gold-foiled slipcase

TWO-CD/DVD Special Edition

Includes:

•Remastered album

•CD of remastered 12" versions/B-sides

•DVD featuring TV special from 1987, George Michael and Jonathan Ross Have Words, a 25- minute Music Money Love Faith EPK & seven remastered promo videos

•40-page hard-bound book with exclusive interview, sleeve notes, rare photos and memorabilia sourced from George Michael's personal archive

•All housed in a black, gold-foiled slipcase with original cover removable overlay

Two-CD Duo Box Edition

Includes:

•Album remastered

•CD of remastered 12" versions/B-sides

•16-page booklet

iTunes LP

Includes:

•Album remastered

•Bonus tracks

•Bonus video content featuring TV special from 1987, George Michael and Jonathan Ross Have Words, a 25-minute Music Money Love Faith EPK & seven remastered promo videos

•60-page virtual book featuring exclusive Mark Goodier  interview with George Michael and sleeve notes

•Photo gallery and lyrics

To find a pre-order available to you, visit the Retail Links page on GeorgeMichael.com.