Chris Rea’s *Shamrock Diaries* Celebrates 40 Years with Green Vinyl Reissue
By HiFi Editorial24 February 2026
Key Highlights
Celebrates the 40th anniversary of Chris Rea’s *Shamrock Diaries* with a recycled green vinyl reissue.
Features the 2019 remastered version, available on vinyl for the first time.
Includes all 10 original tracks, showcasing Rea's breakthrough UK single "Stainsby Girls" and the hit "Josephine."
Chris Rea’s iconic 1985 album Shamrock Diaries celebrates its 40th anniversary with a special reissue on recycled green vinyl, set to release on May 16, 2025, via Rhino. This marks the first time the 2019 remastered version of the album is available on vinyl, offering audiophiles a sustainable and high-quality format to experience Rea's classic sound.
Originally, Shamrock Diaries was Chris Rea’s seventh studio album, featuring his breakthrough UK single "Stainsby Girls," which peaked at number 26. The album also saw success with "Josephine" in Belgium and Holland, securing a spot in the UK top 20 and earning a silver certification. The reissue preserves the album’s rich legacy with meticulous remastering, ensuring that each track delivers the warmth and depth that fans have cherished for decades.
