August!

According to several reliable sources, the complete cast recording of the 2025 London revival of Evita is set for an August release. While there is no specific date announced, the 28th seems to be bouncing around the Internet. Couple things I'm not exactly thrilled with, though one is likely to change before release. From everything I've seen, and what's being officially reported, the album was recorded live. Don't know how to feel about this. Will audience be included. Kind of hope they are edited out. Don't know why. Just preference. Secondly, as of this writing, it looks like the only physical release will be on vinyl. I'm all about records, but will genuinely be sad and appointed if a CD release doesn't happen. Also, and $100, the vinyl seems rather exuberantly priced.

Ending with focus on the positive, a complete recording is getting released, I will be able to add it to my collection, and the performances and vocals are supposedly phenomenal. Can't wait!