“After a number of years searching for the right partner for this project, we are very proud to announce the release of a deluxe, remastered double vinyl 40th anniversary edition of the soundtrack to To Live and Die in LA on Interscope Records. It contains all the songs and instrumentals featured in the movie plus some remixes and 2 never-before released demos of songs from that era. We're sure the long wait has been worth it and that fans will appreciate this beautifully packaged release.”
- Jack Hues & Nick Feldman – Wang Chung, 2026

Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of To Live and Die in L.A. with a 2LP Deluxe Edition pressing on Opaque Orange L.A. Sunset Vinyl. The Deluxe Edition track listing has been re-sequenced with vocal tracks and instrumental tracks interspersed similar to how they flow throughout the film making for a “cinematic” listening experience.

The track listing includes 2 songs from Wang Chung’s 1984 breakthrough album Point on the Curve, “Dance Hall Days” and “Wait” which were both featured in the film. “Dance Hall Days” was left of the original soundtrack release.

Also included is the stunning instrumental track, “This One’s for You, White Boy” which is making its commercial debut on this vinyl release.

The 2nd disc features bonus tracks including extended and instrumental mixes of the theme song, “To Live and Die in L.A.” as well as an extended mixes of “Wake Up Stop Dreaming”, and “Wait”. Also featured on disc 2 is a 4-minute edit of the ultra-cinematic “City of Angels” and a rarity “Nervous Mix – B-Side” of the song.

As an added bonus, 2 demo songs recorded in 1985, “Joy” and “So Cold” are also included here. These songs did not end up being used in the film and have never been released before now.

The soundtrack Wang Chung created (at the personal request of director William Friedkin) is one of those rare times when the film and the film’s soundtrack elevate each other creating a truly classic 80s masterpiece.

Deluxe Edition Highlights:

2 tracks featured in the film but not on the original soundtrack + 8 Bonus Tracks including remixes, demos, and an instrumental of the theme song, To Live and Die in L.A.
Gatefold Jacket with Alternate Cover Art on Matte Finish
Original Cover Art Photo featured on Inside Gatefold
Printed sleeves feature photos Chance (William Peterson) and Masters (Willam Defoe) + a collage of scenes from the film and music video
Back Cover features Wang Chung 40th Anniversary Tour Poster Art
Mastered by Levi Seitz at Black Belt Mastering – Mostly from 192 kHz 24-Bit Tape Transfers

Track Listing

DISC 1: DELUXE SOUNDTRACK

SIDE A

1. To Live and Die in L.A. 4:54
2. City of the Angels 9:17
3. Lullaby 4:43
4. The Red Stare 3:11
5. Black – Blue – White 2:22

SIDE B

1. Every Big City 5:12
2. Dance Hall Days 4:01
3. This One's for You, White Boy 3:42
4. Wake Up Stop Dreaming 4:35
5. Wait 4:25

DISC 2: BONUS TRACKS

SIDE C

1. To Live and Die in L.A. (Extended Mix) 5:57
2. Wake Up, Stop Dreaming (Extended Version) 5:43
3. City of the Angels (Radio Version Edit) 4:00
4. City of the Angels - Nervous Mix (B-Side) 2:26

SIDE D

1. Wait (Extended Dance Remix) 8:06
2. Joy (TLADILA Demo) 3:18
3. So Cold (TLADILA Demo) 4:27
4. To Live and Die in L.A. (Instrumental) 4:49

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To Live and Die in L.A. - 2LP Deluxe Edition