Zao have announced the coming release of two sets of vinyl releases they have planned for the summer/fall of this year. Among them are vinyl reissues of past releases and a raritiy collection. The band said of those pairs:
Pair #1:
“Preface: Early Recordings 1995-1996”:
Newly unearthed/remastered archival recordings of the early years of the band.Included are the early “split release” tracks released by Steadfast in addition to 6 unreleased Shawn Jonas era recordings and 5 unreleased Eric Reeder (original Zao vocalist) recordings. Also available on Digital, cassette and CD (with 2 bonus tracks).
“All Else Failed” (25th Anniversary Edition):
New 2LP 45rpm cut done at Chicago Mastering. Packaged in gatefold with printed booklet. 2 new variants (one is a limited 180gram version). There will also be a new Cassette and CD issue to go with this.
Pair #2:
“The Splinter Shards The Birth Of Separation” (vinyl reissue):
New Vinyl Master, Updated artwork and liner notes by original cover artist Dave Rankin. Overseen and endorsed by the band.
“Where Blood And Fire Bring Rest” (vinyl reissue):
New Vinyl Master, updated artwork and liner notes by artist cover artist Dave Rankin. Overseen and endorsed by the band.
