Porcupine Tree - In Absentia (Remastered) (2002/2020) [Official Digital Download 24/96]

For the first time since their original release, they have also been remastered by PT songwriter and frontman, Steven Wilson. The new mastering has considerably less compression and limiting for a more dynamic listening experience. In Absentia was the band's seventh studio album, first released in 2002, and was the first in a run of 3 albums that for many represent the pinnacle of the band's artistic achievements. It was something of a breakthrough for the band, selling three times more than previous releases. Following on from 2000's Lightbulb Sun it had a distinctly heavier tone, partly due to the addition of legendary drummer Gavin Harrison, and was also their first for major label Lava / Atlantic Records. In Absentia features many of Porcupine Tree's most loved songs including "Trains", "The Sound of Muzak" and "Blackest Eyes". While not a formal concept album, many of the songs have common themes related to serial killers, youthful innocence gone wrong, and observations of the modern world, setting a template for many of Wilson's future songs. These new vinyl editions will be released on double heavyweight audiophile 180g black vinyl presented in gatefold packaging.

Tracklist:
1. Blackest Eyes (Remastered) (4:25)
2. Trains (Remastered) (6:00)
3. Lips Of Ashes (Remastered) (4:42)
4. The Sound Of Muzak (Remastered) (4:59)
5. Gravity Eyelids (Remastered) (8:00)
6. Wedding Nails (Remastered) (6:33)
7. Prodigal (Remastered) (5:37)
8. .3 (Remastered) (5:26)
9. The Creator Has A Mastertape (Remastered) (5:21)
10. Heartattack In A Layby (Remastered) (4:34)
11. Strip The Soul (Remastered) (7:17)
12. Collapse The Light Into Earth (Remastered) (5:47)