scottheisel Posted March 23, 2012 Share Posted March 23, 2012 From the inbox, bolding from me: A decade ago, pop-metal party icon, ANDREW W.K., released his renowned debut album, I Get Wet. In honor of the album's 10-year anniversary, ANDREW W.K. has joined forces with CENTURY MEDIA RECORDS for a special re-issue edition to be released on July 17, 2012. With Andrew being a huge metal fan himself and a huge fan of Century Media in particular, both parties were more than ecstatic when the opportunity arose to pair up for this special release. Andrew explains, "Even after all these years, I clearly remember the first day I heard the band Mayhem's album, "De Mysteriis Dom Sathanas". Its dark psychedelic sensations made me realize I had found a new destiny - and had found the greatest music ever made. When I turned that seminal Mayhem album over and looked at the fine-print on the back cover, I saw a bold and clear stamp bearing the name CENTURY MEDIA. Another wave of destiny washed over me and a new dream was born: that I, Andrew W.K., would somehow be part of this great label's story of musical power and glory. This fantastic company was not only willing to be an active player in the most crucial and illuminating of the arts (aka music), but also was willing to submit themselves to the same higher calling which motivated their most dedicated and influential artists. It gives me great pride and pleasure to confirm that CENTURY MEDIA is the destined home for our special edition of ‘I GET WET’. It also gives me proof that dreams not only come true, but that they make dreams into real power. Never in a million zillion years would I have imagined that the black wizards would use their cosmic keys to create a time for my humble musical dreams. The moon may be frozen, but its cold light is brighter than ever. Let my album's release and all our collective efforts help shine an even brighter light on all of humanity, and to further prove that the manifestation is not just underway; it is complete." Century Media Records Director of Marketing, Matt Polen, adds, “When we heard Andrew W.K. was looking for a partner for this release, we jumped at the chance team up. I think I speak for the whole company when I say it’s a dream for us to work with him.” I Get Wet features hit songs that helped make ANDREW W.K. the household name that he is today. The album includes party anthems, "Party Hard", "Party Til You Puke" and "She Is Beautiful". This special reissue will include not only the full-length original album, but also a second disc featuring a generous helping of never- before-heard live recordings, early demo versions, alternate mixes and other previously unreleased material. There will also be a limited number of autographed deluxe editions each containing a very special "SOMETHING" directly from Andrew's private collection - including everything from a lock of his hair to a world tour airplane ticket stub. In addition to the special CD release, I Get Wet will also be reissued as a special double gate-fold vinyl LP. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevemcqueen Posted March 23, 2012 Share Posted March 23, 2012 Yes, please. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sergeantscruffy Posted March 23, 2012 Share Posted March 23, 2012 Hell yeah. So pumped to go see him on Wednesday. Show is going to be nuts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imaxcowboyx Posted March 23, 2012 Share Posted March 23, 2012 ha awesome! For some reason, 'I Get Wet' is one of the 3 (i think?) sealed LPs I have. Now I'll have a copy to spin. And let's not forget about the possibility of free greasy hair! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dynamitekid Posted March 23, 2012 Share Posted March 23, 2012 double gatefold? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geezfools Posted March 23, 2012 Share Posted March 23, 2012 fuck yes, finally. I really hope they remaster it, I kinda thought the original was a little rough. Time to ditch my second copy... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
someasiandude Posted March 23, 2012 Share Posted March 23, 2012 !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kannibal Posted March 23, 2012 Share Posted March 23, 2012 fuck yes, finally. I really hope they remaster it, I kinda thought the original was a little rough. Time to ditch my second copy...A little rough? This LP is one of, if not the worst sounding records I own. It is super loud and compressed and stuffed on a single LP. I hope they give it a nice once over and that it sounds better because of it, but i think I will pass on this regardless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allhailritter Posted March 23, 2012 Share Posted March 23, 2012 Nice! Excited for this. Going to see the Anniversary show next Friday as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RustyShackelford Posted March 23, 2012 Share Posted March 23, 2012 saw him on the 15th and it was fucking awesome!! i cant wait to get this Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plasma36 Posted March 23, 2012 Share Posted March 23, 2012 fuck yes, finally. I really hope they remaster it, I kinda thought the original was a little rough. Time to ditch my second copy...A little rough? This LP is one of, if not the worst sounding records I own. It is super loud and compressed and stuffed on a single LP. I hope they give it a nice once over and that it sounds better because of it, but i think I will pass on this regardless. The album is 35 minutes long, which is the ideal length for a 12". The album is loud on purpose, and if you don't blast it when you throw it on, you're doing it wrong. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpearin Posted March 23, 2012 Share Posted March 23, 2012 Fuck yes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geezfools Posted March 23, 2012 Share Posted March 23, 2012 A little rough? This LP is one of, if not the worst sounding records I own. It is super loud and compressed and stuffed on a single LP. I hope they give it a nice once over and that it sounds better because of it, but i think I will pass on this regardless. The album is 35 minutes long, which is the ideal length for a 12". The album is loud on purpose, and if you don't blast it when you throw it on, you're doing it wrong. Have you listened to the first few seconds on the first track? I mean, I play it loud, but I still think they need to remaster this thing. I think even on the CD it's rough Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
badscooter Posted March 23, 2012 Share Posted March 23, 2012 This is awesome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dillhole Posted March 23, 2012 Share Posted March 23, 2012 YES! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plasma36 Posted March 23, 2012 Share Posted March 23, 2012 The album is 35 minutes long, which is the ideal length for a 12". The album is loud on purpose, and if you don't blast it when you throw it on, you're doing it wrong. Have you listened to the first few seconds on the first track? I mean, I play it loud, but I still think they need to remaster this thing. I think even on the CD it's rough Yeah, I have the CD and vinyl. I'm not saying I wouldn't want a remastered version, I just don't think it's needed. The album is perfect as it is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chunkrock Posted March 23, 2012 Share Posted March 23, 2012 Anyone want my copy of the first press? I'll trade it for a copy of THe Replacements Let it be. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexschelldorf Posted March 23, 2012 Share Posted March 23, 2012 Killer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
overture Posted March 23, 2012 Share Posted March 23, 2012 Finally, been waiting on this for a while. I have the 1LP mp3 rip thats floating around the internet, and the quality of it is bad (a lot of sibilance during the inner groove tracks). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpearin Posted March 23, 2012 Share Posted March 23, 2012 Anyone want my copy of the first press? I'll trade it for a copy of THe Replacements Let it be. Jesus, don't tempt me. I have three different pressings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlexH. Posted March 24, 2012 Share Posted March 24, 2012 This album would not be as good if it wasn't compressed to the point of distortion. One of the few albums I'll say that about. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tape Posted March 24, 2012 Share Posted March 24, 2012 I Get Wet is one of the handful of albums throughout history that actually made you re-evaluate what it means to be loud. It's loud and compressed to the brink of fidelity, but unlike every other album compressed that hard, it actually manages to contribute to the listening experience instead of holding it back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edude29 Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 canttt wait Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxpaul18 Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 I can't wait for this! I wonder if there'll be a deluxe for the vinyl? I saw him on Friday and it was crazy awesome. Front row dead center. AWK right in my face all night. Amazing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpearin Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 Just got back from the show at the Riv in Chicago. He jumped directly into where I was at in the crowd. My brain and entire body hurts. I want this. Now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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