Massive Attack & Tom Waits - Boots on the Ground [Red, White & Blue Vinyl]

Experience the powerful new collaboration between Massive Attack and Tom Waits with this exclusive vinyl release of “Boots on the Ground.” This maxi-single features an exclusive B-side from Waits—a droll and sardonic spoken word piece entitled “The Fly.” This release marks Massive Attack’s first music distributed under a Spotify exemption policy and is pressed as an innovative ‘EcoSonic’ pressing.

Key Features/Benefits

• Exclusive collaboration between Massive Attack and Tom Waits.
• Features an exclusive B-side: Tom Waits’ spoken word piece, “The Fly.”
• Pressed as an ‘EcoSonic’ pressing using 100% recycled PET (rPET) instead of traditional PVC.
• Record is fully recyclable and produced via an energy-efficient injection moulding process.
• Packaging utilizes 100% recycled, FSC®-certified paper stock sleeves and recycled polyethylene outer slipcases.
• Accompanying film available via the band’s digital platforms, portraying a momentous American epoch.

What's Included / Contents

This is a single-disc maxi-single vinyl record featuring two tracks:

1. Massive Attack and Tom Waits - Boots on the Ground
2. Tom Waits - The Fly

Specifications

• Artist: Massive Attack & Tom Waits
• Format: Maxi-Single (LP Record)
• Binding: lp_record
• Color/Edition: Red, White & Blue Vinyl
• Language: English
• Number of Discs: 1
• Weight: 227g
• Release Date: 2026-07-31
• Manufacturer/Label: Play It Again Sam
• Manufacturer Reference: PIASR1700PS
• Includes: 10am (Note: This appears as an included item specification)

This vinyl release is a significant step in sustainable record manufacturing, offering fans a unique musical pairing packaged with environmental responsibility in mind.