GoodFlower, Author at Lossless Music Archives

Fox – The Fox Box (2017) [4CD Box Set]

Fox - The Fox Box (2017) [4CD Box Set]

This collection gathers together for the first time all our reissues of the much loved band of the 1970’s – Fox. Led by respected songwriter /producer Kenny Young, vocalist Noosha Fox and Herbie Armstrong – the band released three studio albums and numerous singles spanning 1974-1981. This collection includes their three studio albums plus a fourth CD with singles, b-sides and related bonus material from the 2014 release Images ’74-’84. Continue reading “Fox – The Fox Box (2017) [4CD Box Set]”

Nirvana – Live In Japan Pacific Rim Tour (2022) [4CD]

Nirvana - Live In Japan Pacific Rim Tour (2022) [4CD]

Nirvana – Outcesticide 2022 (2022)

Nirvana - Outcesticide 2022 (2022)

Outcesticide 2022: Ressurection, seems to be a homage, or tribute to such old-school releases of the past. And oh, boy, does it not disappoint in this regard one bit! Beside the artwork being atrocious, this release features top-quality previously unreleased recordings, many of which are stellar upgrades to previously released versions of higher-gen quality, this is a release that stands out above the rest and lives up to the Outcesticide series namesake. Continue reading “Nirvana – Outcesticide 2022 (2022)”

The Ventures – Wild Things! (1966) [2012 Remastered]

The Ventures - Wild Things! (1966) [2012 Remastered]

Over the course of several ’60s albums on the Liberty subsidiary, Dolton, the Ventures became the most popular instrumental combo in the U.S.; they would later go on to international fame in the ’70s and ’80s as pop icons in Japan and Europe. Staying consistent with other globally appealing theme albums like The Ventures’ Beach Party and Super Psychedelics Continue reading “The Ventures – Wild Things! (1966) [2012 Remastered]”

Cliff Bennett And The Rebel Rousers – The Best Of The EMI Years (1992)

Cliff Bennett And The Rebel Rousers - The Best Of The EMI Years (1992)

b. 4 June 1940, Slough, Middlesex, England. One of the most accomplished UK R&B vocalists of his era, Bennett formed the excellent Rebel Rousers in late 1958. Taking their name from a Duane Eddy hit of the period, the band originally comprised Bennett (vocals), Mick King (guitar), Frank Allen (bass), Sid Phillips (piano/saxophone) and Ricky Winters (drums). Continue reading “Cliff Bennett And The Rebel Rousers – The Best Of The EMI Years (1992)”

Heaven 17 – Play To Win: The Virgin Years (2019) [Box Set, 10CD]

Heaven 17 - Play To Win: The Virgin Years (2019) [Box Set, 10CD]

Original members of Sheffield’s Human League, Martyn Ware and Ian Craig Marsh left after the first two albums and formed Heaven 17 in 1980. Named after a fictional band in Anthony Burgess’ A Clockwork Orange, they recruited Glenn Gregory on vocals (who had been the original choice for lead singer of the Human League). Continue reading “Heaven 17 – Play To Win: The Virgin Years (2019) [Box Set, 10CD]”

Mike Oldfield – Tubular Bells (1973) [2023, 50th Anniversary Edition, Remixed]

Mike Oldfield - Tubular Bells (1973) [2023, 50th Anniversary Edition, Remixed]

Mike Oldfield – Tubular Bells (1973)
[2023, 50th Anniversary Edition, Remixed]
EAC Rip | FLAC Image + Cue + Log | Full Scans Included
Total Size: 503 MB
Label: Universal Music | EU | Cat#: V2001-50CD | Genre: Progressive Rock
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Various Artists – Driven By – The 80s (2018) [5CD-Set]

Various Artists - Driven By - The 80s (2018) [5CD-Set]

Various Artists – Driven By – The 80s (2018) [5CD-Set]
EAC Rip | 5xCD | FLAC Tracks + Cue + Log | Full Scans Included
2.68 GB | 3% RAR Recovery
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Various Artists – 100 Hits: The Best Soft Rock Album (2018) [5CD-Set]

Various Artists - 100 Hits: The Best Soft Rock Album (2018) [5CD-Set]

Various Artists – 100 Hits: The Best Soft Rock Album (2018) [5CD-Set]
EAC Rip | 5xCD | FLAC Tracks + Cue + Log | Full Scans Included
2.71 GB | 3% RAR Recovery
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Ozric Tentacles – Trees Of Eternity 1994-2000 (2022) [Box Set, Remastered, 7CD]

Ozric Tentacles - Trees Of Eternity 1994-2000 (2022) [Box Set, Remastered, 7CD]

Trees Of Eternity (1994 – 2000) is the new 7 remastered Disc, 72-page Hardback Book containing 6 studio albums and the never-before-released Live at Fillmore, 1998. Beginning with Arborescence, which hit number 18 in the UK albums chart, we set off on a journey through the Ozrics’ impressive catalogue. Continue reading “Ozric Tentacles – Trees Of Eternity 1994-2000 (2022) [Box Set, Remastered, 7CD]”

Steamhammer – Speech (1972) [2010, Japan, Remastered]

Steamhammer - Speech (1972) [2010, Japan, Remastered]

Musically, Steamhammer was the cream of the crop of all rock bands from their thriving primordial era. In the realm of power rock trios, they were comparable to Cream. Yet this band is far superior in every way, but they failed to get the rave reviews and critical attention that the flashier Cream garnered. Continue reading “Steamhammer – Speech (1972) [2010, Japan, Remastered]”

Steamhammer – Mountains (1970) [2010, Japan, Remastered]

Steamhammer - Mountains (1970) [2010, Japan, Remastered]

Starting out as an electric blues group in the ’60s, Steamhammer transformed into a hard progressive rock group on this 1970 album. A highly collectable album in the British prog scene, the guitarists of this group — Martin Pugh and Martin Quittenton — were both, in fact, hardworking session musicians who made their names co-writing “Maggie May” with Rod Stewart for Stewart’s debut solo album. Although throughout they maintain their electric blues roots, this album is a fairly awkward and mediocre transition period for the group. However, hardcore collectors of progressive rock will find much to delight in. Continue reading “Steamhammer – Mountains (1970) [2010, Japan, Remastered]”

Steamhammer – Reflection (1969 [2010, Japan, Remastered]

Steamhammer - Reflection (1969 [2010, Japan, Remastered]

Reflection is also-ran late-’60s British blues-rock, with more rock-oriented takes on the kind of approach used by heroes Freddie King and B.B. King. B.B. King’s “You’ll Never Know,” in fact, is covered here, though most of the material was penned by the band. Continue reading “Steamhammer – Reflection (1969 [2010, Japan, Remastered]”

Steamhammer – MK II (1969) [2010, Japan, Remastered]

Steamhammer - MK II (1969) [2010, Japan, Remastered]

The second version of the British combo Steamhammer released its first LP utilizing the talents of Steve Davy (bass), Martin Pugh (guitars), and Kieran White (vocals/guitar/harmonica/Jew’s harp) from the original band as well as new recruits Steve Jolliffe (woodwind/brass/harpsichord/vocals) and Mick Bradley (drums). It was the blues that initially drove the combo on its debut long-player, Reflection (1969), likewise known as Junior’s Wailing. Continue reading “Steamhammer – MK II (1969) [2010, Japan, Remastered]”

Norah Jones – Come Away With Me (2002) [2022, Japanese SHM-CD, 20th Anniversary Super Deluxe Edition, 3CD]

Norah Jones - Come Away With Me (2002) [2022, Japanese SHM-CD, 20th Anniversary Super Deluxe Edition, 3CD]

Norah Jones’s debut, Come Away With Me, became a global phenomenon reaching #1 in 20 countries, selling nearly 30 million copies, and sweeping the 2003 GRAMMY Awards. The 20th Anniversary Super Deluxe Edition captures the emergence of a singular talent and the full story of the making of this classic album. Featuring the original album remastered, plus 22 previously unreleased tracks, including early demos and an unheard first version of the album. 3 CD CaseBound book w/ 32-page booklet inside. Continue reading “Norah Jones – Come Away With Me (2002) [2022, Japanese SHM-CD, 20th Anniversary Super Deluxe Edition, 3CD]”