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Post by vielip on Mar 9, 2016 21:22:03 GMT 2
 so we only could guess: TFC original On broken wings TFC remix do you think it's possible?  That's a pretty good guess.  I'm very curious about what the remix will sound like. I have a couple of guesses: 1. The version they used in the Geico commercial. 2. A remix of the original TFC multitrack recording, this time with louder guitars and less reverb. I just hope it won't be an Avicii remix or something...  Any of the first 2 options you mention are fine with me. As long as it's not your last option   |
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Post by EuropeMagnum on Mar 10, 2016 23:16:26 GMT 2
I think the GEICO version is the most likely option.  |
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Post by Eva Tomorrow on Mar 13, 2016 16:01:39 GMT 2
I like the idea of commemorating the 30th anniversary with an album compilation of at least some songs, but I do not like the cover, nothing, ... anyway I wonder what will be the impact that can have this compilation in "album sales" considering that the announcement made by GEICO did that THE FINAL COUNTDOWN was nº 1 in Billboard, ... The important thing is to make a good promotion of the album and the tour ... what I'm not sure |
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Post by Stein on Mar 14, 2016 11:53:39 GMT 2
The press release for the Final Countdown 30th anniversary tour has just been made official and it also mentions the anniversary single: ------------------------------------------- In addition to the Final Countdown Anniversary tour dates, the UDR label are releasing a very special limited edition 12” 3 track ‘sparkle blue’ Colored Vinyl EP featuring a new 2016 recording of The Final Countdown.
The record is exclusive to the stores that are participating in the annual Record Store Day (April 16th) and only in UK, Europe & Australia For more details visit: www.recordstoreday.com/Home For fans in the US and other territories, there will be a VERY LIMITED number available on a first come first served basis from the UDR webstore from early May. Details to follow soon. A digital download version of The Final Countdown 2016 will be available via Itunes on April 29th. ------------------------------------------- New 2016 recording? Hmm... To see the full press release, click here: forum.wingsoftomorrow.com/thread/1112/final-countdown-30th-anniversary-tour |
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Post by xxxx on Mar 15, 2016 4:08:29 GMT 2
2016 is shaping up to be a stellar year. I could not ask for more from the world after a Final Countdown tour plus a new 2016 version!
Life is good people.
BTW, That link through to the alleged artwork; looks like a cheap screen shot so you guys might get your new improved cover. Personally, I don't mind it, look at the better high res poster, you can see the twinkly stars.
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Post by Stein on Mar 15, 2016 9:21:08 GMT 2
Here's a better quality image of the cover:  Thanks to Stefania for posting it on the forum earlier!  |
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Post by xxxx on Mar 15, 2016 10:22:10 GMT 2
Oh wow, now that is quite cool! Still neat they used the same font for 'The Final Countdown'. I use it all the time for various projects when it needs that 'NASA' look.
IMHO, I reckon they should've had Ian, John and Joey sitting on photo studio blocks rather than the chairs... It looks like an amateur photoshop job the way the chairs sort of cheaply fade away into space.
But who's to complain! We are getting a new version of the best song in the world! Wahoooo!
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Post by raginronic on Mar 15, 2016 10:25:04 GMT 2
Oh wow, now that is quite cool! Still neat they used the same font for 'The Final Countdown' IMHO, I reckon the should have had Ian, John and Joey for that matter sitting on photo studio blocks rather than the chairs. Looks like an amateur photoshop job the way the chairs sort of half fade away into space. But who's to complain! We are getting a new version of the best song in the world! Wahoooo! The font for the lettering there is Xoireqe. Just a handy tip.  And I don't mind the cover either....whether we like it or we don't, 30 years has passed, and a bit of an update was needed for the song's image. I do wonder though if they found the original 6 1/2 minute version of the song. THAT'd be nice to hear too. =) |
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Post by Stein on Mar 15, 2016 10:27:23 GMT 2
Yeah, I do like the classic "The Final Countdown" font.  Usually I'm not too keen on re-recordings, especially when they're made 20 or 30 years after the original versions, but I have to admit I'm quite curious about this new version. |
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Post by ent on Mar 15, 2016 13:29:34 GMT 2
And I don't mind the cover either....whether we like it or we don't, 30 years has passed, and a bit of an update was needed for the song's image. Yes, but why not a GOOD update? Those armchairs!  That Joey's big foot! |
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That Joey's big foot!