Celtic-punk legends Flogging Molly are celebrating the 20th anniversary of their seminal album Swagger by releasing a limited vinyl box set. The album will launch on 23 October, with preorders beginning tomorrow 17 September. The box set is limited to only 5000 units so don’t wait to order your copy here.
The soon-to-be-released 2x-LP package will include a remixed and remastered version of the album that features a bonus version of “Sentimental Johnny” en Español as “Juan El Sentimental.” There will also be a bonus LP featuring three live songs recorded in 2001 at Denver’s famed Bluebird Theatre plus a Traditional Irish Set (recorded with Steve Albini in “one take with no overdubs”), a never-before-seen DVD documentary from 2000 including a full live performance, an expanded Lyric Booklet featuring photos from the band’s personal collection, Flogging Molly logo vinyl slip mat, embroidered patch and four badge Swagger button pack.
In addition to the Swagger box set, Flogging Molly will also be performing a free “Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day” full-band acoustic live stream on 17 September at 5PM EST.
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