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Dave Alvin solidified his reputation through the ‘80s rockabilly group The Blasters. When he broke away from that band and went solo, his creativity reached its fulfillment.
Mobile Fidelity’s crystal clear reproduction of the original master tapes transferred to Super Audio Compact Disc gives ... more |
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Issac Hayes created a soul and rhythm and blues masterpiece on the premise of going into the studio to do things exactly as he pleased. It seems that approach is the best for diversely talented artists with the wherewithal to pull it off while recording in the studio. Some of the best music we have ... more |
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The SACD transfer of this disk is soft and kinda muddy. I think the tape shows its age and was not well cared for. Compared to the original vinyl this SACD has no chance. |
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Review by JW April 3, 2003
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Reviewing Miles Davis is a daunting task. Is there anything original to say about Miles? I probably can't, but I can tell you a few things that may be helpful. I have playing as I write this the Japanese SACD of this album. Sonically this is a gorgeous live recording, with some tapehiss but that ... more |
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Review by JW March 31, 2003
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I can echo the comments made by the first reviewer, but I would go so far as to give this SACD the 5 out of 5 star rating. The blues on this album is original, heartfelt and acoustic but without the rawness that characterises some other 'original' delta blues albums. In that sense this is indeed a ... more |
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