Santana – Blessings And Miracles (2021)

Santana - Blessings And Miracles (2021)

Santana – Blessings And Miracles (2021)
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Total Size: 485 MB | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: BMG | US | Cat#: 538714542 | Genre: Pop Rock, Latin Rock

Blessings and Miracles belongs to the Supernatural lineage, an album where Santana often cedes the spotlight to a diverse array of guest stars. What sounded fresh in 1999 now sounds slightly formulaic in 2021, especially since Santana reunite with Rob Thomas, the Matchbox Twenty singer who helped turn Supernatural’s “Smooth” into an international hit back in the days of Y2K. Continue reading “Santana – Blessings And Miracles (2021)”

Caravan – In The Land Of Grey And Pink (1971) [2010, Japan, Reissue, Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Caravan - In The Land Of Grey And Pink (1971) [2010, Japan, Reissue, Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Caravan – In The Land Of Grey And Pink (1971) [2010, Japan, Reissue, Hi-Res SACD Rip]
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Total Size: 1.80 GB (ISO) + 1.77 GB (DSF) + 927 MB (FLAC) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Universal | Japan | Cat#: UIGY 9047 | Genre: Progressive Rock

In the Land of Grey and Pink is considered by many to be a pinnacle release from Caravan. The album contains an undeniable and decidedly European sense of humor and charm. In addition, this would mark the end of the band’s premiere lineup. Co-founder David Sinclair would leave Caravan to form Matching Mole with Soft Machine drummer and vocalist Robert Wyatt in August of 1971. Continue reading “Caravan – In The Land Of Grey And Pink (1971) [2010, Japan, Reissue, Hi-Res SACD Rip]”

Elton John – The Lockdown Sessions (2021)

Elton John - The Lockdown Sessions (2021)

Elton John – The Lockdown Sessions (2021)
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Total Size: 608 MB | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Interscope Records | US | Cat#: B0034529-02 | Genre: Pop

The Lockdown Sessions is the 32nd studio album by English singer-songwriter Elton John. It was released through EMI and Mercury Records (Interscope Records in the USA) on 22 October 2021. The album was recorded during the COVID-19 pandemic after Elton was forced to pause his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour due to the pandemic. Continue reading “Elton John – The Lockdown Sessions (2021)”

Duran Duran – Future Past (2021) [Deluxe Edition]

Duran Duran - Future Past (2021) [Deluxe Edition]

Duran Duran – Future Past (2021) [Deluxe Edition]
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Total Size: 522 MB | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Tape Modern | EU | Cat#: 4050538696561 | Genre: Synth-pop, Pop Rock

Future Past is perhaps the quintessential title for Duran Duran in 2021, when the veteran New Romantics trade in their legacy while keeping their focus directly on the future. Occasionally, the gilded synthesized surfaces of Future Past recall the futurism of New Wave, but Duran Duran take pains to not re-create the past by inviting a fresh set of collaborators into the studio. Continue reading “Duran Duran – Future Past (2021) [Deluxe Edition]”

Joe Bonamassa – Time Clocks (2021) [Official Digital Release] [CD-Quality + Hi-Res]

Joe Bonamassa - Time Clocks (2021) [Official Digital Release] [CD-Quality + Hi-Res]

Joe Bonamassa – Time Clocks (2021) [Official Digital Release] [CD-Quality + Hi-Res]
Hi-Res / FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 96kHz | CD-Quality / FLAC Tracks / 16bit / 44.1kHz
Total Size: 1.61 GB | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: J&R Adventures | Genre: Blues Rock

Blues-rock legend Joe Bonamassa is back with a brand-new studio album, Time Clocks. Produced by Kevin Shirley and recorded in NYC in March 2021, Joe aimed to record some of the best material he has ever written. Bonamassa introduces elements of prog and hard rock to intensify his signature blues-rock style. Joe’s co-writers on this record include Charlie Starr (Blackberry Smoke), Bernie Marsden (Whitesnake), James House and Tom Hambridge who help elevate the storytelling to a whole new level. Continue reading “Joe Bonamassa – Time Clocks (2021) [Official Digital Release] [CD-Quality + Hi-Res]”

Various Artists – The Hits Album The 70s Pop Album Strikes Back! (2020) [4CD]

Various Artists - The Hits Album The 70s Pop Album Strikes Back! (2020) [4CD]

Various Artists – The Hits Album The 70s Pop Album Strikes Back! (2020) [4CD]
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Total Size: 1.79 GB | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: UMC | EU | Cat#: 19439721072 | Genre: World, Funk, Pop Rock
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Various Artists – I’m A Freak Baby 3: A Further Journey Through The British Heavy Psych And Hard Rock Underground Scene 1968-1973 (2021) [3CD]

Various Artists – I'm A Freak Baby 3: A Further Journey Through The British Heavy Psych And Hard Rock Underground Scene 1968-1973 (2021) [3CD]

Various Artists – I’m A Freak Baby 3: A Further Journey Through The British Heavy Psych And Hard Rock Underground Scene 1968-1973 (2021) [3CD]
EAC Rip | 3xCD | FLAC Tracks + Cue + Log | Full Scans Included
Total Size: 1.51 GB | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Grapefruit Records | UK | Cat#: CRSEGBOX094 | Genre: Hard Rock, Progressive Rock, Psychedelic Rock

Now serving up a third installment of gut-busting, freewheeling, acid-soaked hard rock, I’m a Freak Baby is the gift that keeps on giving. U.K. archivists Grapefruit Records first launched the series in 2016, scooping the cream off the top of England’s heaping barrel of late-1960s/early-’70s sludge rock, only to uncover yet more layers on their 2019 follow-up, I’m a Freak 2 Baby. Continue reading “Various Artists – I’m A Freak Baby 3: A Further Journey Through The British Heavy Psych And Hard Rock Underground Scene 1968-1973 (2021) [3CD]”

Various Artists – New Moon’s In The Sky (The British Progressive Pop Sounds Of 1970) (2019) [3CD]

Various Artists - New Moon's In The Sky (The British Progressive Pop Sounds Of 1970) (2019) [3CD]

Various Artists – New Moon’s In The Sky (The British Progressive Pop Sounds Of 1970) (2019) [3CD]
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Total Size: 1.39 GB | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Grapefruit Records | UK | Cat#: CRSEGBOX059 | Genre: Pop Rock, Progressive Rock, Psychedelic Rock

Like the late ’60s that had just come to a shuddering close, 1970 was a confusing time for music in the U.K. (and everywhere else too). Psychedelia was fading out, bubblegum was on its last bounce, prog was getting fired up, and bands were getting heavier, moving to the country, and searching for mellow vibes. An expansive overview of the year would make for some very eclectic listening; the Grapefruit label chose to narrow the scope down just a bit on their three-disc collection New Moon’s in the Sky: The British Progressive Pop Sounds of 1970. Continue reading “Various Artists – New Moon’s In The Sky (The British Progressive Pop Sounds Of 1970) (2019) [3CD]”

Various Artists – Beyond The Pale Horizon (The British Progressive Pop Sounds Of 1972) (2021) [3CD]

Various Artists – Beyond The Pale Horizon (The British Progressive Pop Sounds Of 1972) (2021) [3CD]

Various Artists – Beyond The Pale Horizon (The British Progressive Pop Sounds Of 1972) (2021) [3CD]
EAC Rip | 3xCD | FLAC Tracks + Cue + Log | Full Scans Included
Total Size: 1.57 GB | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Grapefruit Records | UK | Cat#: CRSEGBOX091 | Genre: Progressive Rock, Pop Rock, Glam Rock

Another captivating entry into their year-specific archival series, Grapefruit Records offers up Beyond the Pale Horizon: The British Progressive Pop Sounds of 1972. Arguing that 1972 was the year that British music finally broke free of the ’60s and began to innovate, this heaping three-disc anthology boasts a typically eclectic array of icons, cult faves, and everything in between. While “progressive” may be the imperative term here, this is by no means a prog rock compilation even if bands like Van der Graaf Generator, Uriah Heep, and Yes are all well-represented. Continue reading “Various Artists – Beyond The Pale Horizon (The British Progressive Pop Sounds Of 1972) (2021) [3CD]”

Leon Russell – Leon Russell (1970) [2014, Japan, Reissue, Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Leon Russell - Leon Russell (1970) [2014, Japan, Reissue, Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Leon Russell – Leon Russell (1970) [2014, Japan, Reissue, Hi-Res SACD Rip]
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Total Size: 1.60 GB (ISO) + 1.57 GB (DSF) + 790 MB (FLAC) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Universal | Japan | Cat#: TYGP-89003 | Genre: Pop Rock
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Pat Metheny – Bright Size Life (1976) [2017, Japan, Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Pat Metheny - Bright Size Life (1976) [2017, Japan, Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Pat Metheny – Bright Size Life (1976) [2017, Japan, Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]
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Total Size: 1.56 GB (ISO) + 1.52 GB (DSF) + 768 MB (FLAC) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: ECM Records | Japan | Cat#: PROZ-1089 | Genre: Jazz

Pat Metheny’s debut studio album is a good one, a trio date that finds him already laying down the distinctively cottony, slightly withdrawn tone and asymmetrical phrasing that would serve him well through most of the swerves in direction ahead. Continue reading “Pat Metheny – Bright Size Life (1976) [2017, Japan, Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]”

Aaron Heick and John Di Martino Romantic Jazz Trio – Smooth Operator (2021) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Aaron Heick and John Di Martino Romantic Jazz Trio - Smooth Operator (2021) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Aaron Heick and John Di Martino Romantic Jazz Trio – Smooth Operator (2021) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]
SACD-ISO / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
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FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 88.2kHz
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Total Size: 2.45 GB (ISO) + 2.41 GB (DSF) + 1.20 GB (FLAC) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Venus Records | Japan | Cat#: VHGD-371 | Genre: Jazz
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Stan Getz & João Gilberto – Getz / Gilberto (1964) [2021, Japan, Reissue, Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Stan Getz & João Gilberto - Getz / Gilberto (1964) [2021, Japan, Reissue, Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Stan Getz & João Gilberto – Getz / Gilberto (1964) [2021, Japan, Reissue, Hi-Res SACD Rip]
SACD-ISO / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
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Total Size: 1.40 GB (ISO) + 1.36 GB (DSF) + 658 MB (FLAC) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Verve Records | Japan | Cat#: UCGU-9069 | Genre: Bossa Nova, Latin Jazz
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João Gilberto – João Gilberto (1973) [2011, Japan, Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]

João Gilberto - João Gilberto (1973) [2011, Japan, Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]

João Gilberto – João Gilberto (1973) [2011, Japan, Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]
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Total Size: 2.08 GB (ISO) + 2.03 GB (DSF) + 0.98 GB (FLAC) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Universal | Japan | Cat#: UCGU-9020 | Genre: Bossa Nova

This release is Joao Gilberto stripped down nearly to his bare essentials — his voice, guitar and the extremely spare drumming of Sonny Carr — and he’s just as mesmerizing as he’s ever been on records. The whole record is about the rhythmic clashes and dovetailings of a singer and his guitar, pitched at extremely low levels of volume yet generating volumes of drive without seeming to breathe hard. Continue reading “João Gilberto – João Gilberto (1973) [2011, Japan, Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]”