It's fair to say a lot has changed in 25 years. And as we enter post-pandemic life, we're increasingly aware that we're stepping into uncharted territory. But, if anything can offer some solace right now, it's a huge dose of nostalgia in the form of the Spice Girls.
That's right, the Spice Girls will be releasing a deluxe edition of their best-selling debut album, 'Spice', which was originally released on 4th November 1996. To celebrate its 25th anniversary, the deluxe album, entitled SPICE 25, has been curated by the Spice Girls themselves, and will contain bonus tracks, B-sides, and plenty of remixes to go around.
The deluxe edition will be released on a 2CD set and Digital eAlbum audio on 29th October 2021. The 2CD set will also include a set of six Spice Girls postcards, featuring photographs by Tim Roney, taken in Paris in September 1996. If anyone else is rapidly thinking ahead to Christmas presents, this would make a great one for any Spice Girls collectors out there.
Speaking about the Spice Girls deluxe album, Emma Bunton AKA Baby Spice, said, “From the first wannabe baby steps to conquering the whole world with a team of Spices, thank you doesn’t seem enough to all of you who have supported us, followed in our footsteps, walked in our great big shoes and who have shared our dreams. It’s been 25 years of pure magic. Spice Girls forever!!!”
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Her Spice Sister Geri Horner AKA Ginger Spice added,"To our diehard and loyal fans; without you there is no us – sending endless love and gratitude. Whoever you are, whatever your dreams – live them, be them. The Spice Girls motto is testament to that.”
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Melanie C AKA Sporty Spice said, ❤️“25 years, wow! I have so many wonderful memories of writing, recording, promoting and touring this album and so many people to thank. This is the record that set us off on our incredible journey. A huge thank you to our fans and family all around the World. Thank you for always being there with your unrelenting support and making our dreams come true. My love and gratitude always.”
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Melanie B AKA Scary Spice had a powerful statement about the power of the Spice Girls, saying, “All I ever wanted was to be accepted and to make everyone around me – gay, straight, brown, black, shy or loud like me – to feel they can celebrate who they are and to be free to be themselves.
"All I hope – 25 years on – is that message has been heard loud and clear. It’s true that in the end love IS all you need so I thank everyone who has ever bought a Spice Girls record or stood in the rain to greet us or got dressed up in pink, in a tracksuit, a ginger wig, a leopard print catsuit or put on Vic’s iconic pout!”
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Victoria Beckham AKA Posh Spice added, “We couldn't let 25 years pass without thanking the fans for their incredible support. There are so many people who have played a part in the success of the Spice Girls throughout the years, you know who you are and we thank you.”
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Now all we need is a sequel to Spice World, right?
It's been 30 years since the band's formation.
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