Released in 1969, The Kinks’ Arthur Or The Decline And Fall Of The British Empire stands as one of the band’s most ambitious concept albums, blending storytelling with razor-sharp rock songwriting. Praised by critics, especially in the American music press, this album marked a creative high point for the legendary British band, exploring themes of family, change, and the fading grandeur of post-war Britain.
This 50th anniversary edition celebrates a fan-favorite that continues to resonate with listeners decades later. With standout tracks like “Victoria” and “Shangri-La,” Arthur is a must-hear for anyone interested in the evolution of rock and the enduring legacy of The Kinks’ storytelling prowess.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: BMG
- Genre: Rock
- Release Date: 10/25/2019
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TRACKS
CD1-1. Victoria
CD1-2. Yes Sir, No Sir
CD1-3. Some Mother's Son
CD1-4. Drivin'
CD1-5. Brainwashed
CD1-6. Australia
CD1-7. Shangri-La
CD1-8. Mr. Churchill Says
CD1-9. She's Bought A Hat Like Princess Marina
CD1-10. Young & Innocent Days
CD1-11. Nothing To Say
CD1-12. Arthur
CD1-13. Plastic Man (Stereo)
CD1-14. Victoria (Alternate Stereo Mix)
CD1-15. Yes Sir, No Sir (Alternate Stereo Mix)
CD1-16. Drivin' (Alternate Stereo Mix)
CD1-17. Brainwashed (Alternate Stereo Mix)
CD1-18. Australia (Alternate Stereo Mix)
CD1-19. Shangri-La (Alternate Stereo Mix)
CD2-1. Victoria
CD2-2. Yes Sir, No Sir
CD2-3. Some Mother's Son
CD2-4. Drivin'
CD2-5. Brainwashed
CD2-6. Australia
CD2-7. Shangri-La
CD2-8. Mr. Churchill Says
CD2-9. She's Bought A Hat Like Princess Marina
CD2-10. Young & Innocent Days
CD2-11. Nothing To Say
CD2-12. Arthur
CD2-13. Plastic Man (Mono)
CD2-14. King Kong (Mono)
CD2-15. Victoria (Alternate Mono Mix)
CD2-16. Australia (Alternate Mono Acetate Mix)
CD2-17. Shangri-La (Alternate Mono Mix)
CD2-18. She's Bought A Hat Like Princess Marina (Alternate Mono Mix)
CD2-19. Australia (Australian Mono Single Mix/Edit)
CD3-1. This Man He Weeps Tonight
CD3-2. Mindless Child Of Motherhood
CD3-3. Hold My Hand
CD3-4. Do You Wish To Be A Man?
CD3-5. Are You Ready?
CD3-6. Creeping Jean
CD3-7. I'm Crying
CD3-8. Lincoln County
CD3-9. Mr. Shoemaker's Daughter
CD3-10. Mr. Reporter
CD3-11. Groovy Movies
CD3-12. There Is No Life Without Love
CD3-13. Lincoln County (Mono Single Mix/Edit)
CD3-14. There Is No Life Without You (Mono)
CD3-15. Hold My Hand (Mono)
CD3-16. Creeping Jean (Mono Single Mix/Edit)
CD3-17. Mindless Child Of Motherhood (Mono)
CD3-18. This Man He Weeps Tonight (Mono)
CD3-19. Mr. Shoemaker's Daughter (Alternate Stereo Mix)
CD3-20. Mr. Reporter (Alternate Stereo Mix)
CD3-21. Groovy Movies (Alternate Stereo Mix)
CD3-22. Lincoln County (Acoustic Mix)
CD3-23. Hold My Hand (Alternate Take)
CD4-1. Arthur's Journey (Introduction) (Stereo)
CD4-2. Australia (2019 Mix) (Stereo)
CD4-3. Home Demos Medley, 1969: Arthur / Victoria / Some Mother's Son / Drivin' / Brainwashed / Mr. Churchill Says (TV Premix) (Mono)
CD4-4. Shangri-La (2019 Mix) (Stereo)
CD4-5. My Big Sister (Theatrical Version) (Stereo)
CD4-6. Stevenage (Theatrical Version) (Stereo)
CD4-7. Space (Full Theatrical Version) (Stereo)
CD4-8. The Future (Doo-Wop Version) (Stereo)
CD4-9. Arthur (Doo-Wop Version) (Stereo)
CD4-10. The Virgin Soldiers March (Mono)
CD4-11. Soldiers Coming Home (Instrumental) (Mono)
CD4-12. King Kong (BBC Mix) (Mono)
CD4-13. Victoria (Stereo)
CD4-14. Arthur (BBC Mix) (Mono)
A. Drivin' (Mono)
B. Mindless Child Of Motherhood (Mono)
C. Shangri-La (Mono)
D. This Man He Weeps Tonight (Mono)
E. Victoria (Stereo)
F. Mr. Churchill Says (Stereo)
G. Hold My Hand (Mono)
H. Creeping Jean (Mono)
I. Australia (Mono)
J. She's Bought A Hat Like Princess Marina (Mono)
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