Crumbacher 3 CD Trilogy Bundle - Incandescent, Escape From the Fallen Planet, Thunder Beach
Celebrating 40 Years of Synth-Pop Royalty: The Ultimate Crumbächer Remastered Collection Trilogy
This bundle comes with all 3 releases
- Crumbächer - Incandescent (CD)
- Crumbächer - Escape From the Fallen Planet (40th Anniversary Collector's Edition)
- Crumbächer - Thunder Beach (40th Anniversary Collector's Edition)
The early 1980s Southern California Christian rock scene was a breeding ground for musical revolution, driving heavy hitters like Undercover, 77's and The Altar Boys into the spotlight. Alongside that guitar-driven energy, a completely unique sound was taking shape. A vibrant, hook-laden brand of electronic synthesizer dance-pop pioneered by three high school friends: Stephen Crumbächer, Dawn Wisner, and Jimmy Wisner. Breaking out of the church youth choir, Crumbächer completely redefined the alternative landscape, fusing cutting-edge programming with unforgettable melodies that stayed with listeners for decades.
The band’s rise was marked by massive industry milestones and unforgettable performances. They played their very first concert on New Year's Eve in 1983 at Knott's Berry Farm, opening for alternative pioneers before catching the attention of Maranatha Music. From touring packed churches to commanding the stages of iconic rock festivals like Creation and Cornerstone, Crumbächer quickly established themselves as a powerhouse live act. When Broken Records transitioned into Frontline Records, the band signed a multi-year contract as one of the label's flagship artists, earning a spot in CCM Magazine's top five best new bands and a prestigious Dove Award nomination.
We are officially arriving at a massive double-milestone celebration. This year, 2026, marks the momentous 40th Anniversary of the band's magnum opus, Escape from the Fallen Planet, a spectacular sci-fi concept album that remains a peak release of the era. Looking right ahead to 2027, we are commemorating the 40th Anniversary of their brilliantly vibrant follow-up, Thunder Beach. Both of these in expanded booklets with a museum-like timeline showing important dates and milestones. It not just lyrics, it's the story behind the albums. Both with collector sleeves and trading cards and deep dive into milestones that made this band so special.
And we didn't stop there, for first time on CD, it wouldn't be a complete trilogy without their debut Incandescent.
All three of these milestones deserve more than just a passing glance; they demand a definitive audio celebration.
That is exactly why these releases are getting the legendary Girder Treatment. This isn't your standard run-of-the-mill reissue project. When Girder Music steps into the archival arena, it means an uncompromising commitment to premium quality. We treat these masterpieces as sacred pieces of art, subjecting the audio to elite, dynamic remastering that breathes brand-new life into every classic drum machine punch and pristine synth layer. Complete with deluxe packaging, restored artwork, and collector-grade presentation, this campaign ensures these albums sound, look, and feel better than they ever have in the last four decades.
Crumbächer Incandescent
Key Features
- First Time on CD
- Limited to 300 Units
- Features the classic track "Jamie," alongside the hallmark early arrangements that put the band on the map.
- Remastered from the finest source elements to maximize the punch, clarity, and stereo separation of the original studio recording.
- 8 Page booklet, Jewel Case CD
- Girder Records GR1245
- UPC 765105160829
- Originally Released in 1985 Broken Records
Product Description
It all began with Crumbächer’s debut masterpiece, Incandescent. Originally released in April 1985 on Broken Records, this landmark record serves as the foundational blueprint for Christian new wave and alternative pop. Featuring the very first song Stephen Crumbächer ever wrote—the brilliant, synth-driven classic "Jamie"—this album captures a young, hungry band firing on all cylinders. Equal parts infectious rhythms and profound lyrical truth, Incandescent earned the band a spot in CCM Magazine's top five new bands of the year. Now completely revitalized, this essential debut shines brighter than ever before
- Understudy
- Infrared / X-Ray Eyes
- Glowing in the Dark
- So Strange
- It Don't Matter
- Jamie
- Sweet By and By
- Track You Down
- It Don't Matter - What's Shakin' (Mix) - BONUS TRACK
Two 40th Anniversary Collector's Editions
We are super excited to bring you very special 40th Anniversary Collector's Editions of ESCAPE FROM THE FALLEN PLANET (originally released in 1986) and THUNDER BEACH (originally released in 1987).
Both of these special 40th editions come with a limited-edition collector card, a premium collector sleeve, and an ultimate deep-dive archival booklet featuring an expansive, museum-quality timeline that covers every milestone of their legendary run.
And yes, they both have been completely remastered with the full Girder Treatment.
Crumbächer Escape From A Fallen Planet (40th Anniversary Collector's Edition, 2026)
Key Features
The 40th Anniversary Landmark: Celebrating four decades of the ultimate Christian sci-fi concept album, originally released in 1986.
Critically Acclaimed Masterwork: Features the highly sophisticated synth arrangements and programming that earned a 4.5-star rating from Allmusic.
Award-Winning Heritage: Commemorating the era of the band's prestigious Dove Award nomination and TBN Real Videos honors.
Unrivaled Girder Treatment Audio: Meticulously remastered to bring out the deep low-end bass synth textures and crisp electronic percussion without sacrificing dynamic range.
- Limted to 300 Units
- 40th Anniversary Collector's Edition CD
- 16 Page booklet, Jewel Case CD
- Full timeline inside booklet
- Girder Records GR1246
- UPC 765105160836
- Originally Released in 1985 Broken Records
- First Time on CD
Product Description
Widely considered by critics and fans alike to be the band’s absolute definitive work, Escape from the Fallen Planet celebrates its 40th anniversary in 2026 as an undisputed masterpiece. Boasting a four-and-a-half-star rating from Allmusic.com, this ambitious science fiction concept album flawlessly weaves cosmic themes with profound faith. Produced by Stephen Crumbächer and engineered by Bill Baumgart, the album showcases an immense leap forward in programming sophistication, complex layerings, and soaring, unforgettable melodies. Experience this Dove Award-nominated era in its ultimate audio format.
- Solo Flight
- Crashlanded (In Another Time Zone)
- Identical Twins
- Name Droppers
- Royal Command Performance
- Tourist Trap
- Life Of The Party
- Alma Mater/Graduating Class
- Interstellar Satellite
- Alma Mater (Acappella) - BONUS TRACK
Crumbächer Thunder Beach (40th Anniversary Collector's Edition, 2027)
Key Features
40th Anniversary Preview: The definitive commemorative celebration honoring the band's beloved 1987 pop masterpiece.
Peak Production: Captures the band at their most polished, offering a perfect blend of commercial hooks and stellar electronic architecture.
Pristine High-Fidelity Sound: Enhanced via top-tier remastering to ensure the sparkling late-'80s high frequencies and dense vocal harmonies cut through perfectly.
Premium Archival Presentation: Housed in an elite collector's format featuring fully restored graphic design, rare imagery, and pristine lyrics presentation.
- 40th Anniversary Collectors Edition
- 12 Page booklet, Jewel Case CD
- full timeline inside booklet
- Girder Records GR1247
- UPC 765105160850
- Originally Released in 1987 Frontline Records
- First Time on CD
Product Description
Ride the digital wave into the brilliant sunset of 1987's Thunder Beach. Arriving just in time for its upcoming 40th anniversary next year, this stellar release represents the band evolving their pristine pop sensibilities to absolute perfection. Thunder Beach delivers a high-energy blast of premium hooks, driving electronic rhythms, and polished studio production that defined the late-'80s alternative pop sound. Fully restored to pristine sonic glory, this reissue cements the album's legacy as an essential cornerstone of electronic rock history.
- Backyard Changes
- Once In A Heartbreak
- Here Am I
- Great Little Dancer
- Way With Words
- Thunder Beach
- Tough Act To Follow
- Middle Of A Miracle
- Terra Firma
- Only Time
