Everything must go 10th anniversary deluxe edition (2007)/ Manic Street Preachers

"This may sound heartless, but the disappearance of Richey Edwards did not damage the Manics so much as liberate them. Of course, even if their guitarist had not disappeared early in 1995, the Welsh provocateurs might still have released a masterful fourth album. But some kind of catharsis galvanised them to a career-topping peak that remains unsurpassed. After charting the ambitious but supremely uncommercial "The Holy Bible", the three-piece began their next album fearing cancellation of their record contract. But this was their New Labour moment. They began writing chart-friendly anthems, boosted by a boomy, roomy, Phil Spector-ish production. 10 Years on the album still shines, striking a finely-judged balance between orchestral polish and storm-lashed ferocity. Loaded with demos, live recordings, alternate mixes and rough rehearsal tapes, the further 30 tracks on this package contain treasures for even casual fans. A DVD of promos, concert clips and home videos completes the set." (Stephen Dalton, Uncut)

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