Yusuf/Cat Stevens Unveils Comprehensive Greatest Hits Collection to Accompany New Memoir and Tour

A Timeless Collection: Revisiting a Musical Journey

Celebrating a Legendary Career: The Genesis of 'On the Road to Findout'

This autumn, Yusuf/Cat Stevens will enrich his storied career with a comprehensive greatest hits album, titled On the Road to Findout: Greatest Hits. Scheduled for release on September 5, this collection is designed to encapsulate his entire musical journey, from his formative years to his most recent works.

A Spanning Sonic Tapestry: From Debut to Latest Creations

The compilation offers a chronological exploration of his prolific output, beginning with his 1967 debut, Matthew & Son, and including tracks like 'I Love My Dog.' It extends through his iconic hits and culminates with material from his 2023 album, King of a Land, providing a complete overview of his artistic evolution over six decades.

The Artist's Reflection: A Profound Message of Peace and Growth

In a heartfelt statement, Yusuf expressed his satisfaction with the compilation, highlighting the inclusion of later works such as 'Take The World Apart' and 'Heaven/Where True Love Goes.' He noted how these songs reflect the deep sense of peace and happiness that have profoundly shaped his life. He also conveyed his sincere gratitude to the countless listeners who have accompanied him on this remarkable journey.

Diverse Offerings for Every Fan: Multiple Formats Available

To cater to a wide audience, On the Road to Findout: Greatest Hits will be available in various physical and digital formats. Fans can choose from a standard single CD or 2-LP set, as well as expanded editions featuring 2 CDs or 4 LPs, ensuring that every collector can find their preferred version of this significant release.

A Dual Celebration: Memoir and Return to the Stage

Complementing the musical compilation, Yusuf's long-awaited memoir, Cat on the Road to Findout, will be released in the U.K. on September 18 and in North America on October 7. This literary endeavor will be supported by a series of book and music tour dates, with U.K. engagements in September and his first U.S. performances since 2016 slated for October 2.

Disc One: A Collection of Enduring Classics and Early Masterpieces

The first disc of On The Road To Findout: Greatest Hits features a curated selection of songs that define Yusuf/Cat Stevens' early and mid-career, capturing the essence of his songwriting from the late 1960s to the mid-1970s. It includes fan favorites such as 'I Love My Dog,' 'Matthew & Son,' 'Here Comes My Baby,' and 'The First Cut Is The Deepest.' Also present are beloved tracks like 'Lady D’Arbanville,' 'Trouble,' 'Where Do The Children Play?,' 'Wild World,' and the iconic 'Father And Son.' The disc continues with 'Tea for the Tillerman,' 'Don’t Be Shy,' 'If You Want To Sing Out, Sing Out,' 'The Wind,' 'How Can I Tell You,' 'Morning Has Broken,' and 'Moonshadow.' Rounding out this collection are 'Peace Train,' 'I Want To Live In A Wigwam,' 'Sitting,' 'Can’t Keep It In,' an excerpt from 'Foreigner Suite,' 'The Hurt,' 'Ready,' 'Oh Very Young,' and 'Another Saturday Night,' offering a comprehensive look at his celebrated catalog.

Disc Two: Later Works and Reflective Compositions

The second disc delves into Yusuf/Cat Stevens' later musical explorations and more introspective compositions, highlighting his continued artistic evolution. This part of the collection features 'Majik Of Majiks,' 'Banapple Gas,' and '(Remember The Days Of The) Old Schoolyard.' It also includes deeper cuts like '(I Never Wanted ) To Be A Star,' 'Just Another Night,' and 'Last Love Song.' The disc showcases his spiritual and philosophical themes with 'Butterfly,' 'Heaven / Where True Love Goes,' and 'Maybe There’s A World.' Further tracks include his rendition of 'Don’t Let Me Be Misunderstood,' 'Thinking ‘Bout You,' 'Roadsinger,' 'Gold Digger,' and 'Dying To Live.' The compilation concludes with 'Blackness Of The Night,' 'Grandsons,' 'Miles From Nowhere,' the title track 'On The Road To Find Out,' a live version of 'Father And Son,' an acoustic 'Here Comes The Sun,' 'All Nights, All Days,' and 'Take The World Apart,' demonstrating the breadth and depth of his artistic output across the decades.

Vinyl Edition: Spanning Four LPs for a Rich Audio Experience

The 4-LP vinyl edition of On The Road To Findout: Greatest Hits is meticulously divided across eight sides, offering an immersive listening experience that highlights the chronological and thematic journey of Yusuf/Cat Stevens’ career. Side One begins with 'I Love My Dog,' 'Matthew & Son,' 'Here Comes My Baby,' 'The First Cut Is The Deepest,' 'Lady D’Arbanville,' and 'Trouble.' Side Two features 'Where Do The Children Play?,' 'Wild World,' 'Father And Son,' 'Tea for the Tillerman,' 'Don’t Be Shy,' and 'If You Want To Sing Out, Sing Out.' Side Three presents 'The Wind,' 'How Can I Tell You,' 'Morning Has Broken,' 'Moonshadow,' 'Peace Train,' and 'I Want To Live In A Wigwam.' Side Four includes 'Sitting,' 'Can’t Keep It In,' an excerpt from 'Foreigner Suite,' 'The Hurt,' 'Ready,' and 'Oh Very Young.' Side Five opens with 'Another Saturday Night,' 'Majik Of Majiks,' 'Banapple Gas,' '(Remember The Days Of The) Old Schoolyard,' and '(I Never Wanted ) To Be A Star.' Side Six features 'Just Another Night,' 'Last Love Song,' 'Butterfly,' 'Heaven / Where True Love Goes,' 'Maybe There’s A World,' and 'Don’t Let Me Be Misunderstood.' Side Seven continues with 'Thinking ‘Bout You,' 'Roadsinger,' 'Gold Digger,' 'Dying To Live,' 'Blackness Of The Night,' and 'Grandsons.' Finally, Side Eight concludes the journey with 'Miles From Nowhere,' 'On The Road To Find Out,' 'Father And Son,' an acoustic 'Here Comes The Sun,' 'All Nights, All Days,' and 'Take The World Apart,' providing a comprehensive sonic tapestry of his extensive discography.