The Joshua Tree - 30th Anniversary (Super Deluxe 7LP Box Set) [VINYL]

When it comes to anniversary deluxe editions I believe that artists and record companies owe it to the fans to provide the maximum amount of material that is available including any bells and whistles that might be lying about. This should be the case especially when it comes to re-releasing ground-breaking, era-defining albums. It goes without saying that U2's "The Joshua Tree" is one of those albums. This was the one that made them the biggest band in the world and most artists have tended to struggle to keep this level of quality after they've conquered Mt Everest. Fortunately, U2 were able to produce one other must-own classic album in the left-turning Achtung Baby. There have been very good albums since then of course, but it's hard to look past TJT and AB as the two definitive U2 albums. With respect to this 30th anniversary box set of The Joshua Tree, I don't think it could have been done any better. This is a brilliantly packaged set that ticks all the boxes for vinyl junkies like myself. It looks and feels like a proper super deluxe edition. If you were being picky you'd probably argue that a 5.1 mix of the album should be mandatory for an album this important. Truth be told the inclusion of a high-res mix would have been nice - but this is a vinyl release and I can understand why they stuck with the 7 slabs of 180g wax. As a point of comparison, Fleetwood Mac have done this for all but one of their super deluxe releases and it's definitely an audio treat to be able to choose between the vinyl or 5.1 mix. But this is about what this release includes and for me, this is a worthy super deluxe edition and comes highly recommended if you're a fan of U2 and this gem of an album then it's simply a must-buy.

Wow better than I remember the vinyl at least to me is flawless sounds amazing excellent packaging as well

Decided to replace my long-lost copy recently, and very glad I did. There isn't a bad track here, and this is the album which really established U2 on the world stage. For me it's a reminded of what music sounded like in the 80's. There may be a lot of younger listeners who only know U2 from their 'Greatest Hits' collections, and they would do well to listen to this- an album of songs intended to be heard together. This, like Fleetwood Mac's 'Rumors', is an album you can revisit over and over.

Tape arrived in excellent condition 😀 Classic album 😀

I have listened to this album repeatedly for fifteen years. Why, then, review it now? Because with every increase in the technology of my audio equipment, the amazing complexity and sheer musicality of this album has become more and more apparent. Also to say that as well as the genius of the band and their totally inspired music the engineering and production techniques of Daniel Lanois and Brian Eno, enhancing Steve Lillywhite's strong foundations, gelled together to create this work which must surely be one the best albums ever made. And that is without a remastering. Other reviews point to the strength of individual tracks - and they are substantially different from one another, but all jaw-droppingly good - so there is no need to repeat this detail. There isn't a weak track. Some albums are particularly strong on melody, harmony, rythmn, vocals, ambience or lyrics. However, JT is remarkable for being strong on all of these, but more than that is a totally coherent work as a whole, like a book. I hope that any readers who have not really concentrated on a dedicated listen to The Joshua Tree will find time to do so, and they will soon see why all the fuss is made about this album dedicated to an unusual Yucca plant from high altitude in the Mojave desert.

An iconic album but not much more to add music wise in this package. Yes, you get a live album but it's not their finest. The b-sides are also widely available. The remixes are interesting, the Flood remix of Streets is weird but strangely enjoyable. Why score it 4/5? Firstly, the remastering is top drawer. The vinyl pressing is of a very high quality and add to that WAV file downloads which on studio quality headphones brings a new depth to the tracks. The additional photographs (book and prints) are also a nice keepsake but a bit samey. Overall a good, not great, reissue in terms of issuing rare tracks, demos, session or live versions. -2 * for that. +1 * for the quality of the vinyl and download.

Nice vinyl reissue and remastered. So much better than the original vinyl LP. Nicely packaged and worth the money if you have a good quality Vinyl playing set up. I do not listen to digital music except in the car so I can't review the CD version.

I am a younger U2 fan and this is there best album in my opinion. Out of the ones I have listened to this is the most consistent and sophisticated. What makes it great for me is the lyrics. Every song is passionate written and I love the variety of topics ,from war in Bullet the Blue Sky to Bono's Māori friend in One Tree Hill. I love how U2 blend rock and blues and in the same way Led Zeppelin did. If I was forced to pick a favorite I would have to say Running To Stand Still. It is pure passion and magic. The Joshua Tree is a masterpiece and easily one of the best albums of the 80s. If you new to U2 don't bother with the greatest hits and just start here.

This was to be a gift. I know its used but the cover had more ware than expected. I never played the album so can't say the quality of that (yes, I know that is more important but being that it was a gift I wanted better). I returned it and bought another one.

Great U2 CD

The vinyl album arrived securely packaged. Great vinyl album. Listened to both sides; clear and clean sound. I recommend this vinyl album and seller.

Excelente vinilo y arte

Jedna z najlepszych płyt w karierze U2 i latach '80.