Book of Love's eponymous debut to get special LP reissue in June

Synth-pop band Book of Love will release a 40th Anniversary edition of their self-titled debut, on June 26 via Rhino Records. Originally released on April 1, 1986, Book of Love gained popularity thanks to its songs “Boy,” “I Touch Roses,” and “You Make Me Feel So Good” and more.

40 years later, this special anniversary edition – remastered by its original engineer, Ted Jensen – will arrive during Pride Month in a clear vinyl variant. The album artwork has also been refreshed in collaboration with original art director Nick Egan to honor the anniversary, including a four-page insert featuring outtakes from the iconic photo session with Michael Halsband.

It also features new liner notes by writer and music historian Kurt B. Reighley, who sat down with founding members Susan Ottaviano and Ted Ottaviano. 

Grammy-winning producer Dave Audé has also shared a new remix of “Boy,” reimagining the band’s breakout single. Listen HERE.

A Message from Book of Love:

We are thrilled that April 1 marked the 40th anniversary of the release of our self-titled debut album. To celebrate the occasion, Rhino Records will be releasing a newly remastered edition of the album, available both digitally and–we’re especially happy to share–on vinyl. The album has never sounded better!

Working with Rhino on this anniversary vinyl edition has truly been a labor of love. This album has always had a life of its own, and it’s been incredibly meaningful to revisit it. We’ve been fortunate to reunite much of the original creative team for this special release. We’re so grateful for the love this record has received over the years and are excited to celebrate this milestone with all of you.

Track list (LP):

Side One
1. Modigliani (Lost in Your Eyes)
2. You Make Me Feel So Good
3. Still Angry
4. White Lies
5. Lost Souls
6. Late Show

Side Two
7. I Touch Roses
8. Yellow Sky
9. Boy
10. Happy Day
11. Die Matrosen
12. Book of Love