GoodFlower, Author at Lossless Music Archives

Toto – Toto IV (1982) [1994, Sony MasterSound, 24-Karat Gold Disc Remastered]

Toto - Toto IV (1982) [1994, Sony MasterSound, 24-Karat Gold Disc Remastered]

It was do or die for Toto on the group’s fourth album, and they rose to the challenge. Largely dispensing with the anonymous studio rock that had characterized their first three releases, the band worked harder on its melodies, made sure its simple lyrics treated romantic subjects, augmented Bobby Kimball’s vocals by having other group members sing, brought in ringers like Timothy B. Schmit, and slowed down the tempo to what came to be known as “power ballad” pace. Continue reading “Toto – Toto IV (1982) [1994, Sony MasterSound, 24-Karat Gold Disc Remastered]”

Billy Fury – A Thousand Stars: The Best of Billy Fury (2014)

Billy Fury - A Thousand Stars: The Best of Billy Fury (2014)

Billy Fury was one of the most revered performers that the UK ever produced, with an electric ont-stage persona. His unmistakable strain of Rock ‘n’ Roll resulted in no less than 27 charting UK Singles, and this compilation includes all of them, including Top-3 smashes: Halfway To Paradise, Jealousy, Like I’ve Never Been Gone and When Will You Say I Love You. Continue reading “Billy Fury – A Thousand Stars: The Best of Billy Fury (2014)”

The Shadows ‎– The Early Years (Expanded Edition): Their Complete Studio Recordings 1959-1966 (1991) [2013, Reissue, Box Set]

To be fair, this six-CD set is really for completists only, since the price tag is likely to put off anyone else. But if you’ve been hooked on the beautiful guitar work of Hank Marvin and the surprisingly muscularity of the band, delving deeper is a very good idea. Not only do you get all the big hits — like “Apache,” “F.B.I.,” and “The Rise and Fall of Flingel Bunt” (or even the wonderfully named “I Wish I Could Shimmy Like My Sister Arthur”) — you get literally everything. Continue reading “The Shadows ‎– The Early Years (Expanded Edition): Their Complete Studio Recordings 1959-1966 (1991) [2013, Reissue, Box Set]”

VA – Dreamboats & Petticoats: The Diamond Edition (2017) [3CD-Set]

VA - Dreamboats & Petticoats: The Diamond Edition (2017) [3CD-Set]

Celebrating 60 years rock n roll and swing hits, Dreamboats and Petticoats: The Diamond Edition is the latest instalment in the massively successful series. Split over 4 CDS that features the likes of Paul Anka, Dean Martin, Elvis Presley, The Shirelles, Roy Orbison and many more. Continue reading “VA – Dreamboats & Petticoats: The Diamond Edition (2017) [3CD-Set]”

Chic – Original Album Series (2011) {5CDs, Box Set}

Chic - Original Album Series (2011) {5CDs, Box Set}

Chic – Original Album Series (2011) {5CDs, Box Set}
EAC Rip | 5xCD | FLAC Tracks + Cue + Log | Full Scans Included
Total Size: 1.11 GB | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Rhino Records | EU | Cat#: 8122797595 | Genre: Funk, Soul, Disco

UK five CD box containing a quintet of albums by the Funk/R&B band packaged in mini LP sleeves and all housed in a slipcase. This set includes the albums Chic (1977), C’est Chic (1978), Risque (1979), Real People (1980) and Take It Off (1981). Continue reading “Chic – Original Album Series (2011) {5CDs, Box Set}”

Gregg Allman – Southern Blood (2017)

Gregg Allman - Southern Blood (2017)

“My Only True Friend,” from Southern Blood, Gregg Allman’s final album, is a cipher, much like the man himself — private, reserved, and complex. Though twin, ringing, blues-drenched guitars introduce it, the song just as quickly morphs into a ballad: “You and I both know, this river will surely flow to an end/Keep me in your heart…I hope you’re haunted by the music of my soul…But you and I both know, the road is my only true friend….” The blues guitars cascade in again, adding resonance. This is the only track here that Allman co-wrote, but it’s fine enough to join the shortlist of his classics — “Midnight Rider,” “Melissa,” “Ain’t Wastin’ Time No More,” etc. Continue reading “Gregg Allman – Southern Blood (2017)”

UFO – A Conspiracy of Stars (2015) [Limited Edition]

UFO - A Conspiracy of Stars (2015) [Limited Edition]

UFO has endured a myriad of lineup changes and stylistic shifts over its long career, but the band has always served as a haven for quality musicianship, and Conspiracy of Stars does little to tarnish that reputation. Featuring ten new tracks and a lineup that includes UFO core members Phil Mogg, Paul Raymond, and Andy Parker, along with guitar virtuoso Vinnie Moore and bass player Rob De Luca, the former a member since 2003 and the latter since 2012, the Steamhammer/SVP-issued Conspiracy of Stars is the veteran English hard rock unit’s 21st studio long-player. Continue reading “UFO – A Conspiracy of Stars (2015) [Limited Edition]”

Cat Stevens – Three (1996) [3CD-Set, MFSL, Remastered]

Cat Stevens - Three (1996) [3CD-Set, MFSL, Remastered]

3CD-Set, 24kt Gold Plated CD MFSL Remastered: Numbers (1975), Izitso (1977), Back to Earth (1978).
Continue reading “Cat Stevens – Three (1996) [3CD-Set, MFSL, Remastered]”

The Police – Synchronicity (1983) [1989, MFSL, 24-Karat Gold Disc Remastered]

The Police - Synchronicity (1983) [1989, MFSL, 24-Karat Gold Disc Remastered]

Synchronicity is the fifth and final studio album by English rock band The Police, released in the United Kingdom on 17 June 1983. The band’s most successful release, the album includes the hit singles “Every Breath You Take”, “King of Pain”, “Wrapped Around Your Finger”, and “Synchronicity II”. Continue reading “The Police – Synchronicity (1983) [1989, MFSL, 24-Karat Gold Disc Remastered]”

Cilla Black – Her All-Time Greatest Hits (2017)

Cilla Black - Her All-Time Greatest Hits (2017)

McDonald And Giles – McDonald And Giles (1970) {2002, HDCD Remastered}

McDonald And Giles - McDonald And Giles (1970) {2002, HDCD Remastered}

McDonald And Giles – McDonald And Giles (1970) {2002, HDCD Remastered}
EAC Rip | FLAC Tracks + Cue + Log | Full Scans Included
Total Size: 347 MB | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Virgin | EU | Cat#: 7243 8 13081 2 7 | Genre: Progressive Rock

Following the meltdown of the original King Crimson lineup, Ian McDonald and Michael Giles brought brother Peter Giles back, which helps to account, in some ways, for the resemblance of this album to the 1968 Giles, Giles & Fripp recordings — though the songs here tend to go on at some length, combining prog rock’s traits of length and multiple sections with some of the lighter feel of the GG&F days. Continue reading “McDonald And Giles – McDonald And Giles (1970) {2002, HDCD Remastered}”

Gram Parsons – A Song For You (2017) [7CD Box Set]

Gram Parsons - A Song For You (2017) [7CD Box Set]

Limited Edition 7CD box set featuring rare live performances of GP with the Byrds and Flying Burrito Brothers. Also features Gram’s songs performed by Roger McGuinn, Gene Clark, Chris Hillman, Emmylou Harris, Linda Ronstadt, Jerry Garcia. Plus a disc of influences/original versions. Includes booklet. Continue reading “Gram Parsons – A Song For You (2017) [7CD Box Set]”

Black Sabbath – The End (2016) [EP]

Black Sabbath - The End (2016) [EP]

The End is a 2016 EP by English heavy metal band Black Sabbath, it was only available at dates on their final tour The End. The EP’s first four tracks are unreleased songs from the 13 sessions, and the rest were recorded live on that album’s tour in 2013–14. Continue reading “Black Sabbath – The End (2016) [EP]”

Various Artists – Ultimate Love (2015) [4CD-Set]

Various Artists - Ultimate Love (2015) [4CD-Set]

Featuring, Whtiney Houston, Luther Vandross, Andy Williams, Billy Joel, John Legend, Dionne Warwick, Mavin Gaye, The Bangles, Shakira and many more. Continue reading “Various Artists – Ultimate Love (2015) [4CD-Set]”

Fleetwood Mac – Fleetwood Mac (1975) [2018, Super Deluxe Edition, Remastered, 3CD + DVD]

Fleetwood Mac - Fleetwood Mac (1975) [2018, Super Deluxe Edition, Remastered, 3CD + DVD]

The Deluxe Edition will be packaged in a 12×12 embossed sleeve with rare and unseen photos along with in-depth liner notes written by David Wild, as well as new interviews with all the band members. The deluxe editions features a newly remastered version of the original album along with single mixes for Over My Head, Rhiannon and Say You Love Me. Also included is a second disc with an alternate version of the complete album comprised of unreleased outtakes for each album track, plus several unreleased live performances from 1976. Continue reading “Fleetwood Mac – Fleetwood Mac (1975) [2018, Super Deluxe Edition, Remastered, 3CD + DVD]”