Bryan Ferry’s Frantic Album Reissued on Blue Vinyl – Featuring Dave Stewart Collaborations on 5 songs

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​Bryan Ferry’s acclaimed solo album Frantic has been reissued on limited edition blue vinyl, complete with updated artwork overseen by Ferry himself. Originally released in 2002, Frantic marked a bold and energetic chapter in Ferry’s career, blending original songs with emotionally charged covers and a raw, guitar-driven sound.

The album features several collaborations with Dave Stewart, making this reissue especially exciting for Eurythmics fans. Stewart co-wrote and produced a number of tracks, adding his signature style to Ferry’s romantic and cinematic songwriting.

A Creative Shift

Ferry described the mood behind the album as “frantic,” reflecting the whirlwind of touring and recording that surrounded its creation. “It’s been a hectic couple of years for me, both touring and recording, and the mood in which this album was created was nothing if not frantic,” he said.

Following the Roxy Music reunion tour in 2001, Ferry returned to the studio with renewed energy. He wanted to move away from the vintage textures of As Time Goes By and instead create a guitar-based album with a direct, live feel. The result is a collection of songs that feel urgent, poetic and full of character.

Dave Stewart’s Contributions

Dave Stewart is credited on five tracks, co-writing and producing alongside Ferry:

  • Cruel – co-written
  • Goddess of Love – guitars, co-written and produced
  • Nobody Loves Me – co-written
  • Hiroshima - Guitars
  • San Simeon – co-written
  • One Way Love – guitars, co-written and produced

These songs showcase the creative chemistry between Ferry and Stewart, blending Ferry’s lyrical depth with Stewart’s sharp musical instincts. The album also features contributions from Jonny Greenwood of Radiohead, Brian Eno, and Roxy Music tour regulars including Paul Thompson and Chris Spedding.

A Rich and Varied Album

Frantic includes a wide range of influences. There’s a medieval prologue written by Richard the Lionheart, a Cajun-flavoured version of Lead Belly’s Goodnight Irene, and a cyberpunk-inspired track called Hiroshima. Ferry also revisits themes from his earlier work, including a return to In Every Dream Home a Heartache territory with San Simeon, inspired by Orson Welles’ Citizen Kane.

The album closes with I Thought, co-written with Brian Eno, and features Ferry’s reflections on love, longing and the ghosts of Hollywood glamour.

Reissue Details

  • Format: Limited edition blue vinyl
  • Label: BMG
  • Catalogue Number: 964039671
  • Release Date: 19 September 2025
  • Artwork: Updated by Bryan Ferry
  • Tracklist: Includes 13 tracks, featuring A Fool for Love, San Simeon, Goddess of Love, and I Thought

This is the first vinyl reissue of Frantic since its original release, making it a must-have for collectors and fans of both Bryan Ferry and Dave Stewart.

Buy Frantic on blue vinyl
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