Quality: SACD

Gerry Mulligan Meets Scott Hamilton – Soft Lights & Sweet Music (1986) [2006, MFSL Remastered, CD-Layer + Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Gerry Mulligan Meets Scott Hamilton - Soft Lights & Sweet Music (1986) [2006, MFSL Remastered, CD-Layer + Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Gerry Mulligan Meets Scott Hamilton – Soft Lights & Sweet Music (1986)
[2006, 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 Tracks + Cue + Log
Full Scans Included
Total Size: 285 MB (CD-Layer) + 1.73 GB (DSF) + 865 MB (FLAC) + 1.77 GB (ISO) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab | US | Cat#: UDSACD 2017 | Genre: Jazz, Cool
Update: CD-Layer & DSF Tracks have been added

Starting in the late ’50s, Gerry Mulligan recorded a series of encounters with fellow saxophonists that included such immortals as Stan Getz, Paul Desmond, Johnny Hodges and Ben Webster. In 1986 he resumed the practice for this one date on which his baritone is matched with the tenor of the young great Scott Hamilton. The music, which includes warm ballads and fairly hot romps (five of the seven songs are Mulligan originals), consistently swing and are quite enjoyable. Continue reading “Gerry Mulligan Meets Scott Hamilton – Soft Lights & Sweet Music (1986) [2006, MFSL Remastered, CD-Layer + Hi-Res SACD Rip]”

Massimo Farao’ Trio – Autumn Leaves (2015) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Massimo Farao' Trio - Autumn Leaves (2015) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Massimo Farao’ Trio – Autumn Leaves (2015) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]
SACD-ISO / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
DSF-Tracks / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 88.2kHz
Total Size: 2.48 GB (DSF) + 1.23 GB (FLAC) + 2.53 GB (ISO) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Venus Records | Japan | Cat#: VHGD-95 | Genre: Jazz

Massimo Farao’ is an outstanding pianist who has performed with Nat Adderley, Albert “Tootie” Heath, Red Holloway, Tony Scott, Franco Ambrosetti, Jack DeJohnette, Chris Potter, and many more. Continue reading “Massimo Farao’ Trio – Autumn Leaves (2015) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]”

Massimo Faraò Afro Cuban Piano Quartet – Ladies In Mercedes (2020) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Massimo Faraò Afro Cuban Piano Quartet - Ladies In Mercedes (2020) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Massimo Faraò Afro Cuban Piano Quartet – Ladies In Mercedes (2020) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]
SACD-ISO / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
DSF-Tracks / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 88.2kHz
Total Size: 2.33 GB (DSF) + 1.15 GB (FLAC) + 2.37 GB (ISO) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Venus Records | Japan | Cat#: VHGD-361 | Genre: Jazz

Massimo Farao’ (piano), Nicola Barbon (bass), Roberto “Bobo” Facchinetti (drums) and Ernesttico (conga), featuring Davide Palladin on jazz guitar. Continue reading “Massimo Faraò Afro Cuban Piano Quartet – Ladies In Mercedes (2020) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]”

Massimo Faraò Quartet with Accademia Arrigoni’s Strings Orchestra – On A Clear Day (2021) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Massimo Faraò Quartet with Accademia Arrigoni's Strings Orchestra - On A Clear Day (2021) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Massimo Faraò Quartet with Accademia Arrigoni’s Strings Orchestra – On A Clear Day (2021) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]
SACD-ISO / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
DSF-Tracks / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 88.2kHz
Total Size: 2.11 GB (DSF) + 1.08 GB (FLAC) + 2.14 GB (ISO) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Venus Records | Japan | Cat#: VHGD-369 | Genre: Jazz

Massimo Farao’ (piano), Davide Palladin (guitar), Nicola Barbon (bass) and Roberto “Bobo” Facchinetti (drums) perform with Accademia Arrigoni’s Strings Orchestra. Continue reading “Massimo Faraò Quartet with Accademia Arrigoni’s Strings Orchestra – On A Clear Day (2021) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]”

Massimo Faraò – Nuovo Cinema Paradiso ~ tribute to Ennio Morricone (2021) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Massimo Faraò - Nuovo Cinema Paradiso ~ tribute to Ennio Morricone (2021) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Massimo Faraò – Nuovo Cinema Paradiso ~ tribute to Ennio Morricone (2021) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]
SACD-ISO / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
DSF-Tracks / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 88.2kHz
Total Size: 2.25 GB (DSF) + 1.05 GB (FLAC) + 2.29 GB (ISO) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Venus Records | Japan | Cat#: VHGD-365 | Genre: Jazz

Massimo Farao’, along with Davide Palladin (guitar), Nicola Barbon (bass), Bobo Facchinetti (drums) and Cesare Mecca (trumpet), pays tribute to The Maestro on this set of Morricone songs. Continue reading “Massimo Faraò – Nuovo Cinema Paradiso ~ tribute to Ennio Morricone (2021) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]”

Various Artists – Closer To The Music Vol.4 (2011) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Various Artists - Closer To The Music Vol.4 (2011) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Various Artists – Closer To The Music Vol.4 (2011) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]
SACD-ISO / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
DSF-Tracks / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 88.2kHz
Total Size: 2.97 GB (DSF) + 1.33 GB (FLAC) + 3.02 GB (ISO) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Stockfisch Records | Germany | Cat#: SFR 357.4011.2 | Genre: Jazz, Country, World

Enjoyable Listening, Audiophile Sound! A great introduction to Stockfisch artists! The 4th sampler released by Stockfisch Records contains a collection of 18 tracks. The album contains selections by Allan Taylor, McKinley Black, Paul Stephenson, Eugene Ruffolo, David Munyon and more! And again this 4th compilation offers both a selection from current releases and presentations of artists and albums from future Stockfisch releases. Continue reading “Various Artists – Closer To The Music Vol.4 (2011) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]”

Various Artists – Closer To The Music Vol.3 (2009) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Various Artists - Closer To The Music Vol.3 (2009) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Various Artists – Closer To The Music Vol.3 (2009) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]
SACD-ISO / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
DSF-Tracks / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 88.2kHz
Total Size: 3.06 GB (DSF) + 1.42 GB (FLAC) + 3.11 GB (ISO) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Stockfisch Records | Germany | Cat#: SFR 357.4009.2 | Genre: Jazz, Country, World

This is the third compilation from the critically acclaimed “Closer to the Music” sampler series. You will listen to recent recordings of known artists like Sara K., Allan Taylor, Eugene Ruffolo and David Munyon, but also to new Stockfisch-discoveries like Dennis Kolen (NL), Paul O’Brien (CDN), BEOGA (IRL), Carl & Parissa (AUS), Beo Brockhausen (D) and more. These recordings, as any listener will experience, exemplify once again the Stockfisch philosophy: closer to the music! Continue reading “Various Artists – Closer To The Music Vol.3 (2009) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]”

Various Artists – Closer To The Music Vol.2 (2006) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Various Artists - Closer To The Music Vol.2 (2006) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Various Artists – Closer To The Music Vol.2 (2006) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]
SACD-ISO / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
DSF-Tracks / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 88.2kHz
Total Size: 2.81 GB (DSF) + 1.27 GB (FLAC) + 2.85 GB (ISO) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Stockfisch Records | Germany | Cat#: SFR 357.4006.2 | Genre: Jazz, Country, World

Since the release of Stockfisch’s first SACD sampler, the audiophile label has recorded and published many new Stockfisch productions including well known artists of the singer/songwriter scene as well as so called “insider tips”. Listen to 15 new tracks, 70 minutes on this Hybrid-SACD! Just like Vol. 1, this second Stockfisch collection Closer To The Music Vol.2 offers on it’s 15 individual tracks a wide musical variety. Continue reading “Various Artists – Closer To The Music Vol.2 (2006) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]”

Viveza – Tango Tango (2009) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Viveza - Tango Tango (2009) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Viveza – Tango Tango (2009) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]
SACD-ISO / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
DSF-Tracks / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 88.2kHz
Total Size: 2.41 GB (DSF) + 1.08 GB (FLAC) + 988 MB (ISO) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Master Music Ltd | Germany | Cat#: MVSA 950212 | Genre: Classical, Tango

Viveza is a chamber ensemble that really knows its stuff. Its members never seem to have problems with intonation or with timing, and they all feel the music together, so that the listener is treated to some pretty high standards of music-making. Tango Tango is its release devoted to the group’s favorite dance. “Devoted” is the right word, because the ensemble really does love this music. It has a respect for the music that means everyone pays attention to the coloring and emotion of each piece Continue reading “Viveza – Tango Tango (2009) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]”

Scott Hamilton, Andrea Pozza – I Could Write A Book (2013) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Scott Hamilton, Andrea Pozza - I Could Write A Book (2013) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Scott Hamilton, Andrea Pozza – I Could Write A Book (2013) [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: 2.36 GB (DSF) + 1.00 GB (FLAC) + 946 MB (ISO) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Fonè | Italy | Cat#: SACD135 | Genre: Jazz

Titled I Could Write A Book, Scott Hamilton and Andreqa Pozza recorded in an ancient residential palace in the heart of Tuscany, a family property turned into a hotel which has become over the last years a meeting place for artists and musicians. The meeting in this case was between Scott Hamilton, Andrea Pozza, Giulio Cesare and Alfred Kramer on the occasion of a concert of the two musicians held in the music room of the historic venue. Continue reading “Scott Hamilton, Andrea Pozza – I Could Write A Book (2013) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]”

Brooke Miller – Familiar (2012) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Brooke Miller - Familiar (2012) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Brooke Miller – Familiar (2012) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]
SACD-ISO / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
DSF-Tracks / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 88.2kHz
Total Size: 1.93 GB (DSF) + 864 MB (FLAC) + 1.97 GB (ISO) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Stockfisch Records | Germany | Cat#: SFR 357.8076.1 | Genre: Folk, World, Country

This exhilarating Canadian singer/songwriter grew up in the maritime province of Prince Edward Island off Canada’s East coast. Already at the age of twelve Brooke Miller made her un-timid mark singing in a punk band. And, with her looks, one is not hard put to imagine that the attractive artist could have made a successful career in acting or modeling. Continue reading “Brooke Miller – Familiar (2012) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]”

Allan Taylor – All Is One (2013) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Allan Taylor - All Is One (2013) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Allan Taylor – All Is One (2013) [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: 2.18 GB (DSF) + 1.02 GB (FLAC) + 2.22 GB (ISO) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Stockfisch Records | Germany | Cat#: SFR 357.4078.2 | Genre: Folk, Country, World

For 40 years Allan Taylor, born in Brighton in 1945, has been considered as the consummate performer, a writer of literary gracefulness whose troubadour chronicles encapsulate the realism of otherwise unsung heroes, otherwise uncharted lives. On previous albums Allan Taylor sang songs about the road, about all the different countries and all the hotel rooms… “All Is One” goes deeper – into time and ultimately to the recognition that All Is One. Continue reading “Allan Taylor – All Is One (2013) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]”

Luigi Bonafede Unusual Quintet – Lanten (2022) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Luigi Bonafede Unusual Quintet - Lanten (2022) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Luigi Bonafede Unusual Quintet – Lanten (2022) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]
SACD-ISO / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
DSF-Tracks / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 88.2kHz
Total Size: 2.44 GB (DSF) + 1.13 GB (FLAC) + 2.48 GB (ISO) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Venus Records | Japan | Cat#: VHGD-378 | Genre: Jazz

Lugi Bonafade, the genius Italian jazz pianist, created a new and artistic style of modern art jazz with a rare quintet composition including female vocals and cello in his piano trio. Continue reading “Luigi Bonafede Unusual Quintet – Lanten (2022) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]”

Massimo Faraò Afro Cuban Jazz Quintet – The Shadow Of Your Smile (2022) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Massimo Faraò Afro Cuban Jazz Quintet - The Shadow Of Your Smile (2022) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Massimo Faraò Afro Cuban Jazz Quintet – The Shadow Of Your Smile (2022) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]
SACD-ISO / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
DSF-Tracks / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 88.2kHz
Total Size: 2.46 GB (DSF) + 1.15 GB (FLAC) + 2.50 GB (ISO) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Venus Records | Japan | Cat#: VHGD-377 | Genre: Jazz

Afro-Cuban jazz and soul sounds — passion explodes in a quintet featuring Cuban Conga’s Ernestico and Byron Landham, Nicola Barbon, and guitarist Davide Palladin as regular members! Continue reading “Massimo Faraò Afro Cuban Jazz Quintet – The Shadow Of Your Smile (2022) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]”

Massimo Faraò And The Jazz Magicians Orchestra – Magic Swing: Tribute To The Music Of Count Basie (2022) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Massimo Faraò And The Jazz Magicians Orchestra - Magic Swing: Tribute To The Music Of Count Basie (2022) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Massimo Faraò And The Jazz Magicians Orchestra – Magic Swing: Tribute To The Music Of Count Basie (2022) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]
SACD-ISO / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
DSF-Tracks / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 88.2kHz
Total Size: 1.51 GB (DSF) + 746 MB (FLAC) + 1.53. GB (ISO) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Venus Records | Japan | Cat#: VHGD-376 | Genre: Jazz

A tribute to the Count Basie Orchestra, the pinnacle of swing jazz big band! The sound of the 18-piece Count Basie Orchestra is recreated by overdubbing the brass sections of the jazz musicians performing here. Just magic! Continue reading “Massimo Faraò And The Jazz Magicians Orchestra – Magic Swing: Tribute To The Music Of Count Basie (2022) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]”