XTC – Skylarking (1986) {2016, Remix, CD + BD + Hi-Res}

XTC - Skylarking (1986) {2016, Remix, CD + BD + Hi-Res}

XTC – Skylarking (1986) {2016, Remix, CD + BD + Hi-Res}
EAC Rip | FLAC Tracks + Cue + Log
Blu-ray | MPEG-4 AVC Video | DTS-HD MA (5.1 / 24bit / 96kHz) | LPCM (5.1 & 2.0 / 24bit / 96kHz)
Hi-Res | FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 96kHz | Stereo & Multichannel
Full Scans Included
Total Size: 476 MB (CD) + 30.9 GB (BD) + 9.90 GB (Hi-Res) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Ape House | EU | Cat#: APEBD108 | Genre: Pop Rock

Two Disc set. Features a CD + Blu-Ray Audio. For many music fans, this is THE classic XTC album, the one there was most demand for in remixed and 5. 1 surround and one of those for which the tapes, until recently, were thought lost. The album has been mixed for 5. 1 Surround Sound from the original multi-track studio master tapes by Steven Wilson with input from Andy Partridge and is fully approved by XTC. Features a 5. 1 Surround mix in 24-bit / 96-khz mixed from the original multi-track tapes available in LPCM and DTS HD MA. Additional Blu-ray features include: The new stereo album mix in 24-bit / 96-khz LPCM audio. Four additional songs from the album sessions in stereo and 5. 1 mixed by Steven Wilson. Continue reading “XTC – Skylarking (1986) {2016, Remix, CD + BD + Hi-Res}”

Pixies – Beneath the Eyrie (2019) [CD-Quality + Hi-Res] [Official Digital Release]

Pixies - Beneath the Eyrie (2019) [CD-Quality + Hi-Res] [Official Digital Release]

Pixies – Beneath the Eyrie (2019) [CD-Quality + Hi-Res]
[Official Digital Release]

Hi-Res / FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 96kHz | CD-Quality / FLAC Tracks / 16bit / 44.1kHz
Total Size: 262 MB (CD-Quality) + 825 MB (Hi-Res) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Infectious Music | Genre: Alternative Rock

Beneath the Eyrie is the seventh album from American alternative rock band Pixies, released on September 13, 2019 by BMG/Infectious. Produced by Tom Dalgety, and preceded by the singles, “On Graveyard Hill” and “Catfish Kate”, the album was recorded in a remote, converted church in upstate New York. The band were influenced by their Gothic surroundings during the writing and recording process, with vocalist and guitarist Black Francis stating: “I wanted to intermingle with the spirit world, with life and death and with the mystical and a more surreal landscape.” Continue reading “Pixies – Beneath the Eyrie (2019) [CD-Quality + Hi-Res] [Official Digital Release]”

Iggy Pop – Free (2019) [Hi-Res] [Official Digital Release]

Iggy Pop - Free (2019) [Hi-Res] [Official Digital Release]

Iggy Pop – Free (2019) [Hi-Res] [Official Digital Release]
Hi-Res / FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 44.1kHz
Total Size: 380 MB | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Caroline International | Genre: Pop Rock

Free is the eighteenth studio album by American rock singer Iggy Pop, released by Caroline International and Loma Vista Recordings on September 6, 2019. It features contributions from Noveller and Leron Thomas, and the title track was released along with the album announcement. A music video for the album’s second single, “James Bond”, was released on August 14, 2019. Continue reading “Iggy Pop – Free (2019) [Hi-Res] [Official Digital Release]”

Echo & The Bunnymen – The John Peel Sessions 1979-1983 (2019) {WEB, CD-Quality + Hi-Res}

Echo & The Bunnymen - The John Peel Sessions 1979-1983 (2019) {WEB, CD-Quality + Hi-Res}

Echo & The Bunnymen – The John Peel Sessions 1979-1983 (2019) {WEB, CD-Quality + Hi-Res}
WEB Download | CD-Quality / FLAC Tracks / 16bit / 44.1kHz | Hi-Res / FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 96kHz
Total Size: 510 MB (CD-Quality) + 1.63 GB (Hi-Res) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Rhino | Genre: Post-Punk

Continue reading “Echo & The Bunnymen – The John Peel Sessions 1979-1983 (2019) {WEB, CD-Quality + Hi-Res}”

XTC – Oranges & Lemons (1989) [2015, Remixed, CD + BD + Hi-Res]

XTC - Oranges & Lemons (1989) [2015, Remixed, CD + BD + Hi-Res]

XTC – Oranges & Lemons (1989) [2015, Remixed, CD + BD + Hi-Res]
EAC Rip | FLAC Tracks + Cue + Log
Blu-ray | MPEG-4 AVC | DTS-HD MA / LPCM | 24bit / 48kHz / 96kHz / 192kHz / Stereo & Multichannel
Hi-Res | FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 48kHz / 96kHz / 192kHz | Stereo & Multichannel
Full Scans Included
Total Size: 495 MB (CD) + 37.5 GB (BD) + 10.9 GB (Hi-Res) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Ape House | EU | Cat#: APEBD109 | Genre: New Wave, Pop Rock

Limited CD/Blu-Ray edition. Oranges & Lemons is the third in a series of remixed and expanded XTC classics. The album has been mixed for 5. 1 Surround Sound from the original multi track studio master tapes by Steven Wilson with input from Andy Partridge and is fully approved by XTC. The CD features a completely new stereo album mix by Steven Wilson. Blu-ray (ALL Region) features a 5. 1 Surround mix in 24bit/96khz mixed from the original multi track tapes available in LPCM and DTS HD MA. Blu-ray features the new stereo album mix in 24bit/96khz LPCM audio. Continue reading “XTC – Oranges & Lemons (1989) [2015, Remixed, CD + BD + Hi-Res]”

Status Quo – Backbone (2019) [CD-Quality + Hi-Res] [Official Digital Release]

Status Quo - Backbone (2019) [CD-Quality + Hi-Res] [Official Digital Release]

Status Quo – Backbone (2019) [CD-Quality + Hi-Res] [Official Digital Release]
Hi-Res / FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 96kHz | CD-Quality / FLAC Tracks / 16bit / 44.1kHz
Total Size: 268 MB (CD-Quality) + 881 MB (Hi-Res) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Earmusic | Genre: Classic Rock

With more than 118 million records sold, countless gold awards received and several top 10 singles all around the world, there really is no need to introduce this band. With all that success Status Quo have always remained a very down to earth and sympathetic band. After more than half a century of existence, they are still the convincing live band they have always been known for and rock like they have never done before. ‘Backbone’ is the group’s 33rd studio album, featuring songs drawn from the classic partnership of Rossi/Young as well as contributions from the rest of the band. Continue reading “Status Quo – Backbone (2019) [CD-Quality + Hi-Res] [Official Digital Release]”

Richard Wagner / Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin / Marek Janowski – Das Rheingold (2013) {CD-Layer + Hi-Res SACD Rip}

Richard Wagner / Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin / Marek Janowski - Das Rheingold (2013) {CD-Layer + Hi-Res SACD Rip}

Richard Wagner / Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin / Marek Janowski – Das Rheingold (2013)
{CD-Layer + Hi-Res SACD Rip}

EAC Rip | 2x Disc | FLAC Image + Cue + Log
SACD Rip | 2x Disc | ISO / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz | FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 88.2kHz | Stereo & Multichannel
Hybrid SACD | Full Scans Included
Total Size: 1.48 GB (CD-Layer) + 7.37 GB (SACD ISO) + 6.26 GB (SACD FLAC Mch) + 3.12 GB (SACD FLAC Stereo) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Pentatone Classic | Germany | Cat#: PTC 5186 406 | Genre: Classical

Among the events around the 200th anniversary of Richard Wagner’s birth, the Berlin Radio Symphony Orchestra, in 2010, embarked on a project to record Wagner’s ten most important operatic works under the baton of Marek Janowski. Continue reading “Richard Wagner / Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin / Marek Janowski – Das Rheingold (2013) {CD-Layer + Hi-Res SACD Rip}”

Sheryl Crow – Threads (2019) [CD-Quality + Hi-Res] [Official Digital Release]

Sheryl Crow - Threads (2019) [CD-Quality + Hi-Res] [Official Digital Release]

Sheryl Crow – Threads (2019) [CD-Quality + Hi-Res]
[Official Digital Release]

Hi-Res / FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 96kHz | CD-Quality / FLAC Tracks / 16bit / 44.1kHz
Total Size: 518 MB (CD-Quality) + 1.60 GB (Hi-Res)
Label: The Valory Music Co. | Genre: Pop

Teased upon its release as Sheryl Crow’s final album — a promise that seems perhaps a tad premature for an artist who was just 57 upon the record’s release — Threads is intended as a summation of her musical worldview. Specifically, it’s designed to draw connections between Crow, her idols, and the generations who followed her, all through a variety of covers, collaborations, and duets. Continue reading “Sheryl Crow – Threads (2019) [CD-Quality + Hi-Res] [Official Digital Release]”

XTC – Nonsuch (1992) {2013, Remixed, CD + BD + Hi-Res}

XTC - Nonsuch (1992) {2013, Remixed, CD + BD + Hi-Res}

XTC – Nonsuch (1992) {2013, Remixed, CD + BD + Hi-Res}
EAC Rip | FLAC Tracks + Cue + Log
Blu-ray | MPEG-4 AVC Video | DTS-HD MA (5.1 / 24bit / 48kHz) | LPCM (5.1 & 2.0 / 24bit / 96kHz)
Hi-Res | FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 96kHz | Stereo & Multichannel
Full Scans Included
Total Size: 467 MB (CD) + 33.4 GB (BD) + 9.35 GB (Hi-Res) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Ape House | EU | Cat#: APEBD110 | Genre: Pop Rock

Nonsuch is the first in a series of expanded XTC album editions including 5.1 Surround mixes, new stereo mixes & High-Resolution stereo mixes of the original material along with a wealth of extra material. Acclaimed musician/producer Steven Wilson has produced the new mixes with the input of founder member Andy Partridge & full approval of the band. Continue reading “XTC – Nonsuch (1992) {2013, Remixed, CD + BD + Hi-Res}”

The Moody Blues – Long Distance Voyager (1981) [2014, Japanese SHM-SACD, Hi-Res SACD Rip]

The Moody Blues - Long Distance Voyager (1981) [2014, Japanese SHM-SACD, Hi-Res SACD Rip]

The Moody Blues – Long Distance Voyager (1981)
[2014, Japanese SHM-SACD, Hi-Res SACD Rip]

SACD Rip | ISO / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz | FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 88.2kHz
Single Layer SACD | Full Scans Included
Total Size: 1.89 GB (ISO) + 931 MB (FLAC) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Universal | Japan | Cat#: UIGY-9549 | Genre: Progressive Rock

Long Distance Voyager is the tenth album by The Moody Blues, first released in May 1981 on the group’s Threshold record label. It was the group’s first album featuring keyboardist Patrick Moraz (who previously had worked with bands such as Refugee and Yes) in place of co-founder Mike Pinder, who left after Octave in 1978. Continue reading “The Moody Blues – Long Distance Voyager (1981) [2014, Japanese SHM-SACD, Hi-Res SACD Rip]”

Stevie Nicks – Bella Donna (1981) {1983, MFSL, 24bit/96kHz + 16bit/44.1kHz, Vinyl Rip}

Stevie Nicks - Bella Donna (1981) [1983, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]

Stevie Nicks – Bella Donna (1981) [1983, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]
Vinyl Rip | Hi-Res / FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 96kHz | CD-Quality / FLAC Tracks / 16bit / 44.1kHz
Full Scans Included
Total Size: 898 MB (Hi-Res) + 245 MB (CD-Quality)
Label: Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab | Pressed In Japan | Cat#: MFSL 1-121 | Genre: Pop Rock
Half-Speed Mastered

Stevie Nicks’ solo career was off to an impressive, if overdue, start with Bella Donna, which left no doubt that she could function quite well without the input of her colleagues in Fleetwood Mac. Continue reading “Stevie Nicks – Bella Donna (1981) {1983, MFSL, 24bit/96kHz + 16bit/44.1kHz, Vinyl Rip}”

Various Artists – MoFi Collection 2 (2013) [MFSL Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Various Artists - MoFi Collection 2 (2013) [MFSL Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Various Artists – MoFi Collection 2 (2013) [MFSL Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]
SACD-ISO / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 88.2kHz
Full Scans Included
Total Size: 1.52 GB (ISO) + 744 MB (FLAC) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab | US | Cat#: SACD-52 | Genre: Rock

Here’s the demonstration disc for which you’ve been waiting. The successor to the imprint’s first collection ever made available for purchase by the public, Collection Volume 2 showcases nine sterling tracks stemming from iconic classic rock, soul, new wave, and country-folk artists. Ideal for audiophiles as well as newcomers curious about our history, the compendium also functions as a diverse sampler and system test disc. Like all of our releases, it is an extremely collectable, numbered edition title. Continue reading “Various Artists – MoFi Collection 2 (2013) [MFSL Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]”

Buena Vista Social Club – Buena Vista Social Club (1997) {CD + DVD-A + Hi-Res}

Buena Vista Social Club - Buena Vista Social Club (1997) {CD + DVD-A + Hi-Res}

Buena Vista Social Club – Buena Vista Social Club (1997) {CD + DVD-A + Hi-Res}
EAC Rip | FLAC Image + Cue + Log
DVD-Audio | MPL (5.1 & 2.0 / 24bit / 96kHz) | AC-3 (5.1)
Hi-Res | FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 96kHz | Stereo & Multichannel
Full Scans Included
Total Size: 355 MB (CD) + 5.46 GB (DVD-A) + 4.54 GB (Hi-Res) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: World Circuit / Nonesuch | EU / USA | Cat#: WCD050 / 79478-9 | Genre: Jazz, Latin

Buena Vista Social Club is the debut album by the eponymous ensemble of Cuban musicians directed by Juan de Marcos González and American guitarist Ry Cooder. It was recorded at Havana’s EGREM studios in March 1996 and released on September 16, 1997, on World Circuit. Despite its success, it remains the only standard studio album exclusively credited to the Buena Vista Social Club. Continue reading “Buena Vista Social Club – Buena Vista Social Club (1997) {CD + DVD-A + Hi-Res}”

The Count Basie Big Band – Basie Swings (2002) {DVD-Audio + Hi-Res}

The Count Basie Big Band - Basie Swings (2002) {DVD-Audio + Hi-Res}

The Count Basie Big Band – Basie Swings (2002) {DVD-Audio + Hi-Res}
DVD-Audio | MLP (5.1 / 24bit / 96kHz) | AC-3 (5.1)
Hi-Res | FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 96kHz | Multichannel
Covers Included
Total Size: 3.73 GB (DVD-A) + 3.39. GB (Hi-Res) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Denon | USA | Cat#: SVY 17154 | Genre: Big Band, Swing

This audio DVD features the Count Basie big band performing various songs from his career. While these performances are available elsewhere, collectors may be interested in the remastered sound. Continue reading “The Count Basie Big Band – Basie Swings (2002) {DVD-Audio + Hi-Res}”

The Doors – London Fog 1966 (2016) {2019, Reissue, WEB Hi-Res}

The Doors - London Fog 1966 (2016) {2019, Reissue, WEB Hi-Res}

The Doors – London Fog 1966 (2016) {2019, Reissue, WEB Hi-Res}
WEB Download | Hi-Res | FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 96kHz
Total Size: 330 MB | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Rhino / Elektra | Genre: Psychedelic Rock, Classic Rock

Doors super fan Nettie Pena recorded her favorite band during their stint as the house band at the L.A. nightclub London Fog, capturing seven songs from a performance held sometime in May 1966. These recordings sat undiscovered for years but surfaced at the tail-end of 2016, just as the Doors were scheduled to celebrate their 50th anniversary. Continue reading “The Doors – London Fog 1966 (2016) {2019, Reissue, WEB Hi-Res}”