Audiophile Discs Archives - Page 34 of 47

Queen – The Game (1980) [1995, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]

Queen - The Game (1980) [1995, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]

Queen – The Game (1980) [1995, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]
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Total Size: 783 MB (Hi-Res) + 230 MB (CD-Quality) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab | USA | Cat#: MFSL 1-211 | Genre: Classic Rock
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Queen had long been one of the biggest bands in the world by 1980’s The Game, but this album was the first time they made a glossy, unabashed pop album, one that was designed to sound exactly like its time. They might be posed in leather jackets on the cover, but they hardly sound tough or menacing — they rarely rock, at least not in the gonzo fashion that’s long been their trademark. Continue reading “Queen – The Game (1980) [1995, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]”

Daryl Hall & John Oates – Abandoned Luncheonette (1973) {1982, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip}

Daryl Hall & John Oates - Abandoned Luncheonette (1973) {1982, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip}

Daryl Hall & John Oates – Abandoned Luncheonette (1973) {1982, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip}
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Total Size: 858 MB (Hi-Res) + 252 MB (CD-Quality) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab | Pressed in Japan | Cat#: MFSL 1-069 | Genre: Pop Rock
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Abandoned Luncheonette, Hall & Oates’ second album, was the first indication of the duo’s talent for sleek, soul-inflected pop/rock. It featured the single “She’s Gone,” which would become a big hit in 1975 when it was re-released following the success of “Sara Smile.” Continue reading “Daryl Hall & John Oates – Abandoned Luncheonette (1973) {1982, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip}”

John Cougar Mellencamp – The Lonesome Jubilee (1987) {1995, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip}

John Cougar Mellencamp - The Lonesome Jubilee (1987) {1995, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip}

John Cougar Mellencamp – The Lonesome Jubilee (1987) {1995, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip}
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Total Size: 925 MB (Hi-Res) + 284 MB (CD-Quality) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab | US | Cat#: MFSL 1-222 | Genre: Folk Rock, Southern Rock
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John Mellencamp’s fascination with the American heartland came into full flower on Scarecrow, but with its follow-up, The Lonesome Jubilee, he began exploring American folk musics, adding fiddle, accordions, and acoustic guitars to his band, which allowed him to explore folk and country. Continue reading “John Cougar Mellencamp – The Lonesome Jubilee (1987) {1995, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip}”

Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band – Against The Wind (1980) [1983, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]

Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band - Against The Wind (1980) [1983, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]

Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band – Against The Wind (1980)
[1983, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]
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Total Size: 874 MB (Hi-Res) + 253 MB (CD-Quality) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab | Pressed in Japan | Cat#: MFSL 1-127 | Genre: Rock & Roll, Hard Rock
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Though there are still some traces of the confessionals that underpinned Beautiful Loser through Stranger in Town, Against the Wind finds Bob Seger turning toward craft. Perhaps he had to, since Against the Wind arrived after three blockbuster albums and never-ending tours. Even so, this record winds up not feeling as immediate or soulful as its predecessors, especially since it begins with a tossed-off rocker called “The Horizontal Bop,” possibly his most careless tune since “Noah.” It’s fun, but once it’s done, the record really starts to kick into high gear with “You’ll Accomp’ny Me,” a ballad the equal of anything on its two predecessors. Continue reading “Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band – Against The Wind (1980) [1983, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]”

Creedence Clearwater Revival – Cosmo’s Factory (1970) {1980, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip}

Creedence Clearwater Revival - Cosmo's Factory (1970) {1980, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip}

Creedence Clearwater Revival – Cosmo’s Factory (1970) {1980, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip}
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Total Size: 986 MB (Hi-Res) + 285 MB (CD-Quality) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab | Pressed in Japan | Cat#: MFSL 1-037 | Genre: Classic Rock
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Throughout 1969 and into 1970, CCR toured incessantly and recorded nearly as much. Appropriately, Cosmo’s Factory’s first single was the working band’s anthem “Travelin’ Band,” a funny, piledriving rocker with a blaring horn section — the first indication their sonic palette was broadening. Two more singles appeared prior to the album’s release, backed by John Fogerty originals that rivaled the A-side or paled just slightly. Continue reading “Creedence Clearwater Revival – Cosmo’s Factory (1970) {1980, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip}”

Neil Young – Old Ways (1985) {1996, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip}

Neil Young - Old Ways (1985) {1996, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip}

Neil Young – Old Ways (1985) {1996, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip}
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Total Size: 229 MB (Hi-Res) + 798 MB (CD-Quality) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab | US | Cat#: MFSL 1-252 | Genre: Country, Folk
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In 1984, Geffen Records sued Neil Young on the grounds that he had submitted uncharacteristic, uncommercial records to the label. By the time a settlement had been reached, Young had been on the road with a country band called the International Harvesters for over a year and recorded a revamped version of Old Ways, a 1982 recording originally rejected by Geffen that was cut in the style of Harvest and Comes a Time, but with a stronger country leaning. Continue reading “Neil Young – Old Ways (1985) {1996, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip}”

The Doors – The Doors (1967) [1981, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]

The Doors - The Doors (1967) [1981, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]

The Doors – The Doors (1967) [1981, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]
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Total Size: 997 MB (Hi-Res) + 277 MB (CD-Quality) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab | Pressed In Japan | Cat#: MFSL 1-051 | Genre: Psychedelic Rock
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Continue reading “The Doors – The Doors (1967) [1981, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]”

Alice Cooper – Welcome To My Nightmare (1975) {1982, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip}

Alice Cooper - Welcome To My Nightmare (1975) {1982, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip}

Alice Cooper – Welcome To My Nightmare (1975) {1982, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip}
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Total Size: 917 MB (Hi-Res) + 254 MB (CD-Quality) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab | Pressed In Japan | Cat#: MFSL 1-063 | Genre: Glam Rock
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With the 1974 disintegration of the original Alice Cooper group, Alice was free to launch a solo career. He wisely decided to re-enlist the services of Bob Ezrin for his solo debut, Welcome to My Nightmare, which was a concept album tied into the story line of the highly theatrical concert tour he launched soon after the album’s release. Continue reading “Alice Cooper – Welcome To My Nightmare (1975) {1982, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip}”

John Hiatt – Bring The Family (1987) [1994, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]

John Hiatt - Bring The Family (1987) [1994, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]

John Hiatt – Bring The Family (1987)
[1994, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]
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Total Size: 965 MB (Hi-Res) + 274 MB (CD-Quality) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab | US | Cat#: MFSL 1-210 | Genre: Blues Rock, Country Rock
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In 1987, John Hiatt, clean and sober and looking for an American record deal, was asked by an A&R man at a British label to name his dream band. After a little thought, Hiatt replied that if he had his druthers, he’d cut a record with Ry Cooder on guitar, Nick Lowe on bass, and Jim Keltner on drums. Continue reading “John Hiatt – Bring The Family (1987) [1994, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]”

Grateful Dead – From The Mars Hotel (1974) [1984, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]

Grateful Dead - From The Mars Hotel (1974) [1984, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]

Grateful Dead – From The Mars Hotel (1974) [1984, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]
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Total Size: 795 MB (Hi-Res) + 223 MB (CD-Quality) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab | Pressed in Japan | Cat#: MFSL 1-172 | Genre: Country Rock, Folk Rock
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The Grateful Dead made their reputation on the road with their live shows, and they always struggled to capture that magic in the studio. From the Mars Hotel, while not a classic, represents one of their better studio albums. Jerry Garcia sounds engaged throughout and takes the vocal reigns for most of the songs on the album — although he’s not the most gifted vocalist, he proves himself able and versatile. Continue reading “Grateful Dead – From The Mars Hotel (1974) [1984, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]”

Michael McDonald – If That’s What It Takes (1982) {1984, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip}

Michael McDonald - If That's What It Takes (1982) {1984, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip}

Michael McDonald – If That’s What It Takes (1982) {1984, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip}
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Total Size: 842 MB (Hi-Res) + 229 MB (CD-Quality) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab | Pressed in Japan | Cat#: MFSL 1-149 | Genre: Pop, Soul
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As the lead singer of the Doobie Brothers from 1975-1980, Michael McDonald’s soulful voice and skilled writing gave the group classics like “Minute by Minute,” “Real Love,” and the perfect “What a Fool Believes.” After the group’s 1980 album One Step Closer displayed a tension that was almost audible, it was no surprise that a split was in the works. Continue reading “Michael McDonald – If That’s What It Takes (1982) {1984, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip}”

YES – Fragile (1971) [2019, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]

YES - Fragile (1971) [2019, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]

YES – Fragile (1971) [2019, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]
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Total Size: 2.29 GB (Hi-Res) + 993 MB (CD-Quality) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: MFSL | UltraDisc One-Step | USA | Cat#: UD1S 2-012 | Genre: Progressive Rock

Strictly limited to 7,500 numbered copies and pressed on MoFi SuperVinyl at RTI, Mobile Fidelity’s ultra-hi-fi UltraDisc One-Step 180g 45RPM 2LP collector’s edition presents Fragile with exacting sonics and unsurpassed visuals. Prized for decades for its brilliant textures, harmonics, dynamics, colors, and openness, the 1971 album now comes across with surreal transparency, multi-dimensional scope, and seemingly unlimited responsiveness. Continue reading “YES – Fragile (1971) [2019, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]”

Barry Manilow – Barry Manilow I (1973) {1982, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip}

Barry Manilow - Barry Manilow I (1973) {1982, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip}

Barry Manilow – Barry Manilow I (1973) {1982, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip}
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Total Size: 799 MB (Hi-Res) + 232 MB (CD-Quality) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab | Pressed in Japan | Cat#: MFSL 1-097 | Genre: Adult Contemporary
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Barry Manilow’s debut album proves to be a far different animal than its glitzier successors; it’s fairly raw and unpolished, though his dramatic vocal style is already well established here. The material roams from impassioned balladeering (“I Am Your Child,” “One of These Days”) to chunky country (“Sweetwater Jones”), driving rock (“Oh My Lady”), and ’40s-style swing (“Cloudburst”) — and that’s just side one. “Could It Be Magic,” of course, is what pulled Manilow above the pack; it’s a textbook summary of the dramatic orchestration and swooning vocals that have long marked his style. Continue reading “Barry Manilow – Barry Manilow I (1973) {1982, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip}”

Bee Gees – Trafalgar (1971) [1996, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]

Bee Gees - Trafalgar (1971) [1996, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]

Bee Gees – Trafalgar (1971) [1996, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]
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Total Size: 1 GB (Hi-Res) + 290 MB (CD-Quality)
Label: Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab | US | Cat#: MFSL 1-263 | Genre: Pop Rock
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The Bee Gees had entered the early ’70s with a roaring success in the guise of “Lonely Days” and its accompanying album, which established their sound as a softer pop variant on the Moody Blues’ brand of progressive rock. Trafalgar, which followed, carried the process further on what was their longest single LP release, clocking in at 47 minutes. The music all sounded meaningful, much of it displaying the same kind of faux-grandeur that the Moody Blues affected on their music of this era, the core group (playing pretty hard) acompanied by either Mellotron-generated orchestra or the real thing, with the group’s soaring harmonies and Robin Gibb’s quavaring lead vocals all over the place. Continue reading “Bee Gees – Trafalgar (1971) [1996, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]”

Santana – Santana (1969) [2007, MFSL Remastered]

Santana - Santana (1969) [2007, MFSL Remastered]

Before the arrival of Carlos Santana’s eponymous band, the San Francisco rock scene drew the inspiration for its jam-oriented music mainly from blues, rock, and Eastern modalities. Santana added Latin music to the mix, forever changing the course of rock & roll history. On their groundbreaking debut album, the group mix Latin percussion with driving rock grooves. Continue reading “Santana – Santana (1969) [2007, MFSL Remastered]”