Some albums are remembered.
Some albums become part of music history.
And then there is Phil Collins’ Face Value.
Originally released in 1981, Face Value marked the beginning of Phil Collins’ extraordinary solo career and introduced the world to one of the most distinctive sounds of the decade. Now, 45 years later, this landmark album is getting a spectacular new audio presentation with a 2026 Dolby Atmos mix by Steven Wilson.
The new Blu-ray Audio edition arrives September 18, 2026, giving longtime fans — and a whole new generation of listeners — a chance to experience Face Value in an entirely new way.
The Album That Changed Everything
Before Face Value, Phil Collins was already known around the world as the drummer and vocalist of Genesis.
But his first solo album revealed something different.
Face Value was deeply personal, emotionally raw and musically adventurous. Collins blended rock, pop, soul, R&B and experimental sounds into an album that didn't fit neatly into one category.
And at the center of it all was “In the Air Tonight.”
That opening track became one of the defining recordings of the 1980s, famous for its haunting atmosphere and legendary drum break.
But Face Value was much more than one song.
Tracks such as “This Must Be Love,” “I Missed Again,” “Behind the Lines,” “If Leaving Me Is Easy” and “Tomorrow Never Knows” demonstrated just how broad Collins' musical vision was.
Now Hear Face Value Like Never Before
The new Blu-ray Audio edition takes the original album into the immersive world of modern surround sound.
The release features a new 2026 Dolby Atmos mix by Steven Wilson, along with new 5.1 and stereo mixes and the 2016 remaster of the original album mix.
For music collectors and audiophiles, that's a major reason to pay attention.
This isn't simply another reissue.
It's an opportunity to revisit an album many fans have known for decades and hear its production from a fresh perspective.
The Blu-ray Audio format also makes this release particularly appealing to listeners who have embraced high-resolution physical media and immersive audio.
Why “In the Air Tonight” Still Sounds So Powerful
Few drum moments in popular music are as instantly recognizable as the famous entrance in “In the Air Tonight.”
The recording helped popularize the heavily gated drum sound that became closely associated with 1980s production. On a modern immersive mix, the opportunity to hear the album's carefully constructed production with greater spatial depth makes this release especially intriguing for longtime fans.
And there's something satisfying about putting a physical disc into a player, turning up the system and listening to an entire classic album from beginning to end.
No playlist.
No distractions.
Just Face Value.
A Perfect Release for Physical-Media Collectors
Physical music is enjoying renewed interest among collectors, and releases like this show why.
A great album isn't just something you stream.
It can be something you own, collect and experience.
The new Face Value Blu-ray Audio edition combines a legendary album with modern immersive audio technology — making it an attractive addition to a collection of classic rock and high-resolution releases.
The Blu-ray edition also comes with a 12-page booklet featuring excerpted liner notes and a new interview with Phil Collins.
45 Years Later, Face Value Still Matters
It's remarkable to think that the album that launched Phil Collins' solo career is now 45 years old.
Yet the music hasn't disappeared into the past.
Quite the opposite.
Face Value continues to sound distinctive because it was never simply a collection of hits. It was an album built around emotion, experimentation, unusual production choices and Collins' unmistakable musical personality.
Now, with a new Dolby Atmos presentation, listeners have another reason to rediscover it.
Turn down the lights. Turn up the system. And experience Face Value again.
Phil Collins — Face Value Blu-ray Audio
Release Date: September 18, 2026
Format: Blu-ray Audio
Dolby Atmos: New 2026 mix by Steven Wilson
Also Includes: 2026 5.1 and stereo mixes + 2016 remaster of the original album mix
Label: Rhino