In electrifying news for fans of post-punk, avant-garde rock, and experimental music, Sacred Bones Records, working closely with the Vega Vault Project, is reissuing the first two solo albums by Suicide co-founder Alan Vega. The remastered editions of Alan Vega (1980) and Collision Drive (1981) will arrive on January 23, 2026, in multiple formats — including vinyl, 8-track, and, for the first time ever, digital streaming.
Revisiting the Roots: Alan Vega (1980)
Alan Vega’s debut solo album marked a stark shift from the brutalist synth-punk of Suicide. Instead, Vega leaned into the raw spirits of rockabilly, blues, and early rock ’n’ roll, crafting a stripped-down, emotionally immediate sound.
For this reissue, the album has been remastered from the original tapes by Josh Bonati, giving renewed punch to standout tracks like “Jukebox Babe,” “Ice Drummer,” and “Bye Bye Bayou.”
Collectors have even more to look forward to: a deluxe 2×LP edition featuring previously unreleased demo recordings, offering a rare look into Vega’s earliest visions for the project.
Pushing Boundaries Again: Collision Drive (1981)
If his debut felt rooted in primal rock history, Collision Drive blasted into a wilder orbit. Vega embraced a raw, full-band setup, swapping drum machines for a live drummer and a gritty hard-rock ensemble. The result is an album that fuses psychobilly, proto-industrial textures, street poetry, and sci-fi surrealism.
Like the debut, Collision Drive has been freshly remastered from its original tapes, bringing new clarity to one of Vega’s most explosive solo statements.
Why These Reissues Matter
First-Ever Streaming Release: Despite their cult status, neither album has ever been available on streaming platforms until now.
High-Fidelity Remastering: The new editions revive the original tapes with modern sonic precision.
Unreleased Archival Material: The deluxe version of Alan Vega includes previously unheard demos.
Curated Legacy: The reissues are part of an ongoing archival project overseen by Vega’s widow Liz Lamere, collaborator Jared Artaud, and designer Michael Handis.
Multi-Format Release: Vinyl, streaming, and even an 8-track edition, paying homage to Vega’s era-spanning influences.
A Voice That Invited Interpretation
Liz Lamere has emphasized Vega’s belief that art belongs to the listener. He rarely explained his lyrics or imagery, preferring that fans bring their own emotions and imagination to the music. That principle lives on through these reissues — they aren’t just archival recordings; they’re open invitations for rediscovery.