Revving Up: The Cars' Heartbeat City 40th Anniversary Deluxe Edition
The Cars are celebrating the 40th anniversary of their 1984 album, Heartbeat City, with a special Deluxe Edition release. This expanded set includes four CDs and one LP featuring B-sides, remixes, alternate versions, and a live show from September 1984. Heartbeat City was a significant album for The Cars, reaching No. 3 on the charts and spawning hit singles like "You Might Think" and "Drive."
Similar to their album Candy-O, Heartbeat City also reached No. 3 on the album chart, making it their highest-charting album. The influence of MTV played a crucial role in the album's success, with "You Might Think" winning the first MTV Video Music Award for Video of the Year. The upcoming Deluxe Edition of Heartbeat City includes a variety of unreleased tracks, demo recordings, and alternate versions of the album's songs.
The Deluxe Edition also features a live recording of a show from Houston's the Summit in 1984, which includes tracks from Heartbeat City as well as classic hits like "Good Times Roll" and "Just What I Needed." This set, originally released on VHS and LaserDisc, is now making its debut on CD. Fans can explore the track listing for the Deluxe Edition to discover early mixes, demo recordings, and alternate versions of the album's songs.
The Cars' Heartbeat City (Deluxe Edition) offers a comprehensive look at the making of the album and the band's live performances from that era. With a mix of familiar hits and previously unreleased material, this special release is a must-have for fans of The Cars and 1980s music alike.