Eight-time GRAMMY®-nominated, diamond-certified pop icon Avril Lavigne is gearing up for her first-ever Greatest Hits album, set for release on June 21 via Legacy Recordings, the catalog division of Sony Music Entertainment.
The highly anticipated compilation will be available in multiple formats, including 12″ vinyl, CD, and digital, and is now open for pre-order. Fans can look forward to special editions, including a 12″ black vinyl and a Target-exclusive neon green vinyl.
This album represents a comprehensive collection from Avril’s groundbreaking career, showcasing 20 fan-favorite tracks that span her illustrious journey as one of the 21st century’s most influential pop icons.
Highlights include her RIAA 3x platinum hit “Complicated” and the 4x platinum Canadian-certified “Sk8er Boi” from her debut album, Let Go (2002), along with selections from her seventh studio album, Love Sux (2022), featuring tracks like “Bite Me,” “Bois Lie” (featuring Machine Gun Kelly), and “I’m A Mess” with Yungblud.
Upcoming Tour
To celebrate the release of her Greatest Hits album, Avril will embark on a highly anticipated tour titled Avril Lavigne: The Greatest Hits Tour. The tour kicks off on May 22, 2024, in Vancouver, BC, at Rogers Arena, and will make stops in major cities such as Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Phoenix, Toronto, Charlotte, Nashville, Chicago, and more, concluding on September 18, 2024, in Calgary.
Special guests will include All Time Low and Simple Plan, with Royal & the Serpent and Girlfriends opening for select dates.
Special Performances
Before hitting the road, Avril will make a notable appearance at the 59th Academy of Country Music Awards on May 16, 2024, performing alongside New Male Artist of the Year nominee Nate Smith. The awards show will be available for streaming live on Prime Video at 8 p.m. EDT / 7 p.m. CDT / 5 p.m. PDT.
Vinyl Releases and Collectibles
In addition to the Greatest Hits album, four of Avril’s studio albums will be released on 12″ vinyl for the first time, featuring expanded editions that include bonus tracks. These albums include:
- Under My Skin (2004)
- Best Damn Thing (2007)
- Goodbye Lullaby (2011)
- Avril Lavigne (2013)
Fans can expect exclusive editions from Amazon, such as a metallic silver pressing of Under My Skin, a 2LP surge green pressing of Goodbye Lullaby (with nine bonus tracks), and an opaque baby blue pressing of Avril Lavigne (with three bonus tracks). Avril’s direct-to-consumer store will also offer unique items, including a 2LP neon pink vinyl pressing of The Best Damn Thing (with five bonus tracks).
Furthermore, Let Go (20th Anniversary Edition), originally released in January 2023, will see a new 12″ vinyl pressing as part of the ongoing catalog reissue celebration, with Amazon offering a 2LP translucent red vinyl version exclusively.
With her Greatest Hits album and the upcoming tour, Avril Lavigne is set to remind fans of her incredible impact on the music industry. As she prepares to hit the stage and celebrate her iconic career, fans can look forward to experiencing the unforgettable moments that define her journey in pop music.
Whether through her classic hits or new collaborations, Avril continues to captivate audiences around the world.