As the trend of deluxe, remastered, expanded, repackaged and newly compiled album reissues continues we were treated to some superb releases in 2013. From classic to more underground acts there was a veritable treasure trove for music nerds. Here are some of our favourites.

The Band – Live at the Academy of Music 1971

Songs: Ohia – The Magnolia Electric Co.

Sly & the Family Stone – Higher!

Nirvana – In Utero

R.E.M. – Green

The Clash – Sandinista

The Clean – Vehicle

Bob Dylan – Another Self Portrait

Elvis Presley – Elvis at Stax

The Cult – Electric Peace

Mad Season – Above (Deluxe Edition)

Country Soul Sisters Volume 2: Women in Country Music 1956-79

Roky Erickson – Gremlins Have Pictures

Studio One Ska Fever