There's a reason record labels keep returning to the same classic albums: because fans never stopped caring. While plenty of legacy acts chase the next project, Whitesnake continues to lean into the era that transformed David Coverdale from respected rock singer into an MTV-era superstar—and it's hard to argue with the strategy.
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This September, "Slide It In," "Whitesnake" (1987), and "Slip Of The Tongue" are all returning to vinyl in their original U.S. single-LP configurations, complete with multiple exclusive colored vinyl variants for collectors. The releases arrive September 18 through Craft Recordings, with standard black vinyl and retailer-exclusive editions already available for preorder.
Here's the reality:
These aren't just three albums.
They're the records that completely redefined Whitesnake.
"Slide It In" opened the door to America with a heavier, radio-ready sound. Then 1987 kicked that door off the hinges with "Here I Go Again," "Still Of The Night," and "Is This Love," turning Whitesnake into one of the biggest rock bands on the planet. By the time Slip Of The Tongue arrived with Steve Vai's unforgettable guitar work, the band had become an arena-rock powerhouse.
Some fans will inevitably complain that they'd rather see unreleased material or a new studio album.
But let's be honest.
Vinyl collectors continue proving that these albums remain among the most valuable pieces of Whitesnake's catalog. Labels don't keep repressing records that nobody wants. The continued demand says everything.
The colored vinyl editions will almost certainly become the hottest items, especially the Craft exclusives alongside retailer-specific variants from Walmart and Revolver. For collectors, waiting usually means paying far more later.
What happens next?
If these releases perform the way recent Whitesnake catalog projects have, don't be surprised if even more archival material follows. Coverdale has spent the last several years carefully expanding and preserving the band's legacy, and fans continue showing up with their wallets.
Now it's your turn.
Are these essential additions to your collection—or are classic rock bands relying too heavily on endless reissues instead of giving fans something new?
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POLL
Are you buying these Whitesnake vinyl reissues?
- 🔥 Absolutely—I collect every classic Whitesnake release.
- 💿 Only if the pressing and packaging are truly premium.
- 🤘 No—I'd rather have new music than another reissue.
