Madonna to release deluxe editions of her landmark albums to mark 40 years in music
To celebrate the 40th anniversary of her first recording debut, it has been announced that throughput next year Madonna will be releasing deluxe editions of many of her landmark albums, personally curated by herself.
It marks the official return of Madonna to the Warner Music Group record label with who Madonna previous had a decades-long relationship with, releasing some of her most iconic albums with the label, including Like A Virgin, True Blue, Like A Prayer and Ray of Light. This new deal heralds the launch next year of an extensive, multi-year series of catalog releases that will revisit the groundbreaking music that made her an international icon. Alongside the personally curates expansive deluxe editions, Madonna will also introduce unique releases for special events, and much more.
"Since the very beginning, Warner Music Group has helped bring my music and vision to all my fans around the world with the utmost care and consideration,” Madonna said. “They have been amazing partners, and I am delighted to be embarking on this next chapter with them to celebrate my catalogue from the last 40 years.”
Madonna’s manager Guy Oseary added: “Over the past 30 years, I’ve been fortunate enough to meet and spend time with many of Madonna’s incredible fans, and this new partnership will bring to fruition what so many of them have been patiently waiting for: a celebration of her groundbreaking catalogue. My partner Sara Zambreno and I are working closely with Warner Music Group to bring new life to these iconic works.”
The new deal also includes her three most recent studio albums, MDNA, Rebel Heart and Madame X, which will join the Warner catalog beginning in 2025. All in all, the new pact includes 17 studio albums plus singles, soundtrack recordings, live albums, and compilations.
On October 8, Madonna will be releasing her highly anticipated documentary film, MADAME X, exclusively on Paramount+ in the U.S., Latin America, Australia, the Nordics, and Canada. Fans outside of these markets can watch the documentary on MTV. Filmed in Lisbon, Portugal, the film captures the pop icon’s rare and rapturous tour performance, hailed by sold-out theatrical audiences worldwide.
In other news, Madonna has announced her birthday wish for friends and supporters to adopt a bed at the Mercy James Centre hospital in Malawi, built especially for children. There are 50 beds in the hospital’s ward, where children recuperate after surgery or regain strength following intensive care. By adopting a bed, you can ensure that any sick or injured child that comes through the hospital doors has access to world-class specialised care. Madonna has challenged supporters to adopt all 50 beds in honour of her birthday. For more information on how to donate, go to: www.raisingmalawi.org/adopt-a-bed/
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