Reissues

/riːˈɪʃuːz/ noun

Definition

New editions or releases of previously published or distributed items, such as books, albums, or stocks. Items that are published, distributed, or made available again after an initial release.

Etymology

From re- (again) + issue (from Old French issir, meaning to go out or emerge). The prefix indicates repetition, while 'issue' originally meant something that flows out or is distributed.

Kelly Says

In the music industry, reissues often include previously unreleased material or remastered audio, making them valuable to collectors and fans. The digital age has made reissuing much easier and more common, sometimes blurring the line between original releases and reissues.

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