The Marshall Tucker Band – Greatest Hits (2011) [2021, Limited Edition, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]

The Marshall Tucker Band - Greatest Hits (2011) [2021, Limited Edition, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]

The Marshall Tucker Band – Greatest Hits (2011) [2021, Limited Edition, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]
2xVinyl Rip | Hi-Res / FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 96kHz | CD-Quality / FLAC Tracks / 16bit / 44.1kHz
Full Scans Included
Total Size: 1.88 GB (Hi-Res) + 580 MB (CD-Quality) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: MT Industries, Inc. | US | Cat#: RAMB 1801 | Genre: Country Rock

For those who purchased the original CD version of the Marshal Tucker Band’s Greatest Hits compilation — taken directly from the Capricorn LP version and distributed by K-Tel — be aware that this 21st century Shout Factory version is a very different, more authoritative, and satisfying document. This version of Greatest Hits contains 14 tracks compared to the original’s eight. Continue reading “The Marshall Tucker Band – Greatest Hits (2011) [2021, Limited Edition, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]”

Cowboy Junkies – The Trinity Session (1988) [2016, Remastered, CD-Layer + Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Cowboy Junkies - The Trinity Session (1988) [2016, Remastered, CD-Layer + Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Cowboy Junkies – The Trinity Session (1988) [2016, Remastered, CD-Layer + Hi-Res SACD Rip]
SACD-ISO / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
DSF Tracks / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 88.2kHz
CD-Layer / EAC Rip / FLAC Tracks + Cue + Log
Full Scans Included
Total Size: 2.20 GB (ISO) + 2.17 GB (DSF) + 1.01 GB (FLAC) + 341 MB (CD-Layer) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Analogue Productions | US | Cat#: CAPP 072 SA | Genre: Country Rock, Pop Rock

Who says you can’t make a great record in one day — or night, as the case may be? The Trinity Session was recorded in one night using one microphone, a DAT recorder, and the wonderful acoustics of the Holy Trinity in Toronto. Interestingly, it’s the album that broke the Cowboy Junkies in the United States for their version of “Sweet Jane,” which included the lost verse. Continue reading “Cowboy Junkies – The Trinity Session (1988) [2016, Remastered, CD-Layer + Hi-Res SACD Rip]”

Linda Ronstadt – Heart Like A Wheel (1974) [2017, MFSL Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Linda Ronstadt - Heart Like A Wheel (1974) [2017, MFSL Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Linda Ronstadt – Heart Like A Wheel (1974) [2017, MFSL Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]
SACD-ISO / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
DSF-Tracks / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 88.2kHz
Full Scans Included
Total Size: 1.27 GB (ISO) + 1.29 GB (DSF) + 592 MB (FLAC) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab | US | Cat#: UDSACD 2190 | Genre: Country Rock
Update: DSF Tracks have been added

Following the same formula as her early records, Heart Like a Wheel doesn’t appear to be a great breakthrough on the surface. However, Ronstadt comes into her own on this mix of oldies and contemporary classics. Backed by a fleet of Los Angeles musicians, Ronstadt sings with vigor and passion, helping bring the music alive. Continue reading “Linda Ronstadt – Heart Like A Wheel (1974) [2017, MFSL Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]”

Gene Clark – Collected (2021) [3CD Set]

Gene Clark - Collected (2021) [3CD Set]

Gene Clark – Collected (2021) [3CD Set]
EAC Rip | 3xCD | FLAC Tracks + Cue + Log | Full Scans Included
Total Size: 1.61 GB | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Music On CD | EU | Cat#: MOCCD14094 | Genre: Country Rock, Folk Rock

Three CDs. Gene Clark Collected brings together a full overview of the legendary singer/songwriter’s extensive career. Though he never reached stardom as a solo artist, Gene Clark inspired many of the greats with his songwriting, including Robert Plant, John Mayer, Gram Parsons and many more. This release contains both his work with groups and duos like The Byrds, The Gosdin Brothers, Dillard & Clark, McGuinn, Clark & Hillman and Carla Olson, as well as many tracks from his highly regarded solo albums. Continue reading “Gene Clark – Collected (2021) [3CD Set]”

Grateful Dead – From The Mars Hotel (1974) [2019, MFSL Remastered, CD-Layer + Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Grateful Dead - From The Mars Hotel (1974) [2019, MFSL Remastered, CD-Layer + Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Grateful Dead – From The Mars Hotel (1974) [2019, MFSL Remastered, CD-Layer + Hi-Res SACD Rip]
SACD-ISO / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
DSF Tracks / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 88.2kHz
CD-Layer / EAC Rip / FLAC Image + Cue + Log
Full Scans Included
Total Size: 1.55 GB (ISO) + 1.53 GB (DSF) + 748 MB (FLAC) + 414 MB (CD-Layer) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab | US | Cat#: UDSACD 2196 | Genre: Country Rock, Folk Rock
Update: DSF Tracks have been added

Mastered on Mobile Fidelity’s world-renowned mastering system and strictly limited to 2,500 copies, Mobile Fidelity’s hybrid SACD of From the Mars Hotel comes on as both an audiophile delight and Deadhead’s dream. Vastly improving upon the long-out-of-print 1984 MoFi version that currently commands upwards of hundreds of dollars on the aftermarket, the new version takes advantage of enhancements to the cutting system, pressing process, and mastering gear. Continue reading “Grateful Dead – From The Mars Hotel (1974) [2019, MFSL Remastered, CD-Layer + Hi-Res SACD Rip]”

Loggins And Messina – Loggins And Messina (1972) [2015, Audio Fidelity Remastered, CD-Layer & Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Loggins And Messina - Loggins And Messina (1972) [2015, Audio Fidelity Remastered, CD-Layer & Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Loggins And Messina – Loggins And Messina (1972) [2015, Audio Fidelity Remastered, CD-Layer & Hi-Res SACD Rip]
SACD-ISO / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
DSF Tracks / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 88.2kHz
CD-Layer / EAC Rip / FLAC Image + Cue + Log
Stereo & Multichannel | Full Scans Included
Total Size: 2.80 GB (ISO) + 5.31 GB (DSF) + 2.12 GB (FLAC) + 367 MB (CD-Layer) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Audio Fidelity | Austria | Cat#: AFZ5 216 | Genre: Country Rock, Folk Rock
Update: DSF Tracks have been added

The first full-fledged L&M album found the duo in good form as songwriters, with Messina turning in the sparkling “Thinking Of You,” and the two collaborating on the hit single “Your Mama Don’t Dance” and “Angry Eyes.” Their backup band was anchored by multi-instrumentalist Al Garth, and also featured keyboardist Michael Omartian and Poco steel guitarist Rusty Young Continue reading “Loggins And Messina – Loggins And Messina (1972) [2015, Audio Fidelity Remastered, CD-Layer & Hi-Res SACD Rip]”

America – Hearts (1975) [2016, Audio Fidelity Remastered, CD-Layer + Hi-Res SACD Rip]

America – Hearts (1975) [2016, Audio Fidelity Remastered, CD-Layer + Hi-Res SACD Rip]
SACD-ISO / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
DSF Tracks / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 88.2kHz
CD-Layer / EAC Rip / FLAC Image + Cue + Log
Stereo & Multichannel | Full Scans Included
Total Size: 1.58 GB (ISO) + 5.23 GB (DSF) + 1.96 GB (FLAC) + 339 MB (CD-Layer) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Audio Fidelity | Austria | Cat#: AFZ5 231 | Genre: Country Rock, Pop Rock
Update: DSF Tracks have been added

Hearts is the fifth studio album by American folk rock trio America, released by Warner Bros. Records in 1975. The album was produced by longtime Beatles producer George Martin, the second of seven consecutive albums he produced with America. Continue reading “America – Hearts (1975) [2016, Audio Fidelity Remastered, CD-Layer + Hi-Res SACD Rip]”

David Crosby – If I Could Only Remember My Name (1971) [2022, MFSL Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]

David Crosby - If I Could Only Remember My Name (1971) [2022, MFSL Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]

David Crosby – If I Could Only Remember My Name (1971) [2022, MFSL Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]
SACD-ISO / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
DSF-Tracks / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 88.2kHz
Full Scans Included
Total Size: 1.73 GB (ISO) + 1.70 GB (DSF) + 950 GB (FLAC) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab | US | Cat#: UDSACD 2214 | Genre: Folk Rock, Country Rock

David Crosby’s debut solo album was the second release in a trilogy of albums (the others being Paul Kantner’s Blows Against the Empire and Mickey Hart’s Rolling Thunder) involving the indefinite aggregation of Bay Area friends and musical peers that informally christened itself the Planet Earth Rock and Roll Orchestra. Everyone from the members of the Grateful Dead and Jefferson Airplane to Crosby’s mates in CSNY Continue reading “David Crosby – If I Could Only Remember My Name (1971) [2022, MFSL Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]”

Eagles – Desperado (1973) [2022, MFSL Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Eagles - Desperado (1973) [2022, MFSL Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Eagles – Desperado (1973) [2022, MFSL Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]
SACD-ISO / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
DSF-Tracks / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 88.2kHz
Full Scans Included
Total Size: 1.52 GB (ISO) + 1.50 GB (DSF) + 799 MB (FLAC) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab | US | Cat#: UDSACD 2230 | Genre: Country Rock, Classic Rock
Update! DSF Tracks have been added

Mastered from the original analog master tapes, Mobile Fidelity’s numbered-edition hybrid SACD pays tribute to the record’s significance and enhances the experience for generations to come. Playing with reference sonics that elevate an effort forever held dear by audiophiles, it provides a lively, dynamic, transparent, balanced, and intimate view of a release whose contemporary importance continues to grow. Continue reading “Eagles – Desperado (1973) [2022, MFSL Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]”

Creedence Clearwater Revival – Green River (1969) [1993, DCC Remastered, 24 Karat Gold]

Creedence Clearwater Revival – Green River (1969) [1993, DCC Remastered, 24 Karat Gold]
EAC Rip | FLAC Image + Cue + Log | Full Scans Included
Total Size: 183 MB | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: DCC Compact Classics | US | Cat#: GZS-1064 | Genre: Country Rock, Classic Rock

If anything, CCR’s third album Green River represents the full flower of their classic sound initially essayed on its predecessor, Bayou Country. One of the differences between the two albums is that Green River is tighter, with none of the five-minute-plus jams that filled out both their debut and Bayou Country, but the true key to its success is a peak in John Fogerty’s creativity. Continue reading “Creedence Clearwater Revival – Green River (1969) [1993, DCC Remastered, 24 Karat Gold]”

Creedence Clearwater Revival – Bayou Country (1968) [1993, DCC Remastered, 24 Karat Gold CD]

Creedence Clearwater Revival - Bayou Country (1968) [1993, DCC Remastered, 24 Karat Gold CD]

Creedence Clearwater Revival – Bayou Country (1968) [1993, DCC Remastered, 24 Karat Gold CD]
EAC Rip | FLAC Image + Cue + Log | Full Scans Included
Total Size: 214 MB | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: DCC Compact Classics | US | Cat#: GZS-1038 | Genre: Classic Rock, Country Rock

Opening slowly with the dark, swampy “Born on the Bayou,” Bayou Country reveals an assured Creedence Clearwater Revival, a band that has found its voice between their first and second album. It’s not just that “Born on the Bayou” announces that CCR has discovered its sound — it reveals the extent of John Fogerty’s myth-making. Continue reading “Creedence Clearwater Revival – Bayou Country (1968) [1993, DCC Remastered, 24 Karat Gold CD]”

Creedence Clearwater Revival – Willy And The Poor Boys (1969) [1994, DCC Remastered, 24-Karat Gold]

Creedence Clearwater Revival - Willy And The Poor Boys (1969) [1994, DCC Remastered, 24-Karat Gold]

Creedence Clearwater Revival – Willy And The Poor Boys (1969) [1994, DCC Remastered, 24-Karat Gold]
EAC Rip | FLAC Image + Cue + Log | Full Scans Included
Total Size: 219 MB | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: DCC Compact Classics | US | Cat#: GZS-1070 | Genre: Country Rock, Classic Rock

Make no mistake, Willy & the Poor Boys is a fun record, perhaps the breeziest album CCR ever made. Apart from the eerie minor-key closer “Effigy” (one of John Fogerty’s most haunting numbers), there is little of the doom that colored Green River. Fogerty’s rage remains, blazing to the forefront on “Fortunate Son,” a working-class protest song that cuts harder than any of the explicit Vietnam protest songs of the era, which is one of the reasons that it hasn’t aged where its peers have. Also, there’s that unbridled vocal from Fogerty and the ferocious playing on CCR, which both sound fresh as they did upon release. Continue reading “Creedence Clearwater Revival – Willy And The Poor Boys (1969) [1994, DCC Remastered, 24-Karat Gold]”

Creedence Clearwater Revival – Pendulum (1970) [1996, DCC Remastered, 24-Karat Gold]

Creedence Clearwater Revival - Pendulum (1970) [1996, DCC Remastered, 24-Karat Gold]

Creedence Clearwater Revival – Pendulum (1970) [1996, DCC Remastered, 24-Karat Gold]
EAC Rip | FLAC Image + Cue + Log | Full Scans Included
Total Size: 263 MB | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: DCC Compact Classics | US | Cat#: GZS-1097 | Genre: Country Rock, Classic Rock

During 1969 and 1970, CCR was dismissed by hipsters as a bubblegum pop band and the sniping had grown intolerable, at least to John Fogerty, who designed Pendulum as a rebuke to critics. He spent time polishing the production, bringing in keyboards, horns, even a vocal choir. His songs became self-consciously serious and tighter, working with the aesthetic of the rock underground Continue reading “Creedence Clearwater Revival – Pendulum (1970) [1996, DCC Remastered, 24-Karat Gold]”

Poco – Albums Collection

Poco - Albums Collection

Poco – Albums Collection
EAC Rip | FLAC Tracks & Image + Cue + Log | Full Scans Included
Total Size: 7.00 GB | 20 x Discs | 3% RAR Recovery

One of the first and longest-lasting country-rock groups, Poco had their roots in the dying embers of Buffalo Springfield. After Neil Young and Stephen Stills, the co-founders of that group, exited in the spring of 1968, only guitarist/singer Richie Furay and bassist Jim Messina remained to complete the group’s swan song, Last Time Around. The final Springfield track, “Kind Woman,” included only Furay and Messina, with a guest appearance on steel guitar by Rusty Young — at the time, he was something of a rarity as a talented lap steel guitarist Continue reading “Poco – Albums Collection”

Grateful Dead – Pacific Northwest ’73-’74: Believe It If You Need It (2018) [Official Digital Release] [CD-Quality + Hi-Res]

Grateful Dead - Pacific Northwest '73-'74: Believe It If You Need It (2018) [Official Digital Release] [CD-Quality + Hi-Res]

Grateful Dead – Pacific Northwest ’73-’74: Believe It If You Need It (2018)
[Official Digital Release] [CD-Quality + Hi-Res]

Hi-Res / FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 96kHz & 192kHz | CD-Quality / FLAC Tracks / 16bit / 44.1kHz
Total Size: 14.7 GB | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Rhino | Genre: Country Rock, Blues Rock, Psychedelic Rock

Culled from several shows taking place in the Pacific Northwest on summer tours of 1973 and 1974, Believe It if You Need It zeroes in on the Grateful Dead in a particularly playful and comfortable phase, with the Deadhead-populated region and the Dead’s first taste of financial success giving their playing in this time a more carefree fluidity. Certainly by 1973, they had come a long way from their hand-to-mouth beginnings, establishing their own label, touring with an over-the-top sound system, and showing up to larger crowds every year. Continue reading “Grateful Dead – Pacific Northwest ’73-’74: Believe It If You Need It (2018) [Official Digital Release] [CD-Quality + Hi-Res]”