Pick Up Review
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One More Time [SHM-CD] [Cardboard Sleeve (mini LP)]Aerosmith & YungbludA very fun and energetic EPI really enjoyed this record. Tyler's and Yungblud voices complement each other very well. Great guitar by Joe Perry. Immaculate packaging by CDJapan.
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Lovehunter +4 [SHM-CD]WhitesnakeGreat reissue of a classic albumGreat classic album that needs no introduction. Beautiful reissue done in Japan with bonus tracks and audiophile SHM format. Buy it!
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The Beatles [3 SHM-CD Deluxe Edition] [Limited Edition]The BeatlesMy favourite Beatles Album!My favourite Beatles Album, very versatile with great songs and great contribution by every member of the band. Excellent reissue done by Japanese. Buy it, I highly recommend it.
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Two Sides of Peter Banks [SHM-CD] [Cardboard Sleeve (mini LP)]Peter BanksA showpiece for some inspired playingA very interesting Peter Banks solo album album for the guitar oriented progheads, with Dutch guitar hero Jan Akkerman, what a thrill!
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Razamanaz [SHM-CD] [Cardboard Sleeve (mini LP)]NazarethA truly classic rock recordThis is a truly fine hard rock record and deserves to be up there with the other great rock of the time – or any time. It took all of the heaviness of the day but managed to put a different slant on it and this continued with many fine albums.
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Hotter Than Hell [SHM-CD] [Priced-Down Reissue]KISSSUPERB sound quality!Owned this album on vinyl for decades. Played on some serious turntables. This SHM-CD is the best sound quality I've heard. Deep bass,separation and clarity. Highly recommended.
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Love Gun [SHM-CD] [Priced-Down Reissue]KISSFabulous sound quality.Having owned this abum on vinyl for decades,i heard some details I'd never heard before and found I'd been singing a few lyrics incorrectly! This SHM-CD really is a great sounding album. Highly recommended.
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Chinatown [SHM-CD]Thin LizzyExcellent soundThis shm cd has much deeper bass than on vinyl. Very clear sound. An excellent and heavy Thin Lizzy Album. Well worth checking out.
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Apostrophe (') [5 SHM-CD + Blu-ray / 50th Anniversary Edition]Frank ZappaFrank Zappa's unfettered musical geniusThis refreshed Apostrophe (') - with the best-sounding version of the album yet in both stereo and surround - makes for another potent entry in the Zappa discography.
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I Spider [Cardboard Sleeve (mini LP)] [Blu-spec CD]The WebbGood stuff, classic British Jazz RockImagine, if you will, a delicious shaken and stirred cocktail of Van der Graaf Generator in glorious combination with Hatfield & the North and that's the kind of unique album that The Web have woven here. "I Spider" is an album full of constant surprises. Hear it for yourself.
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TrueJon Anderson & The Band GeeksJon really impresses hereDespite his years, Jon's voice still shines (a bit more frail than previously, but still bright and clear) and this set of songs are great and work beautifully throughout the album. Altogether, a wonderful, uplifting listen that is bound to put a smile on your face and warmth in your heart, especially if you are a fan of the glory days of Yes.
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King Crimson Japan Performance Supplement Series in SHM-CD: 2015 Japan Tour Box 2 - Tokyo Performances Part 2 (December 10, 16, 17, Bunkamura Orchard Hall, Tokyo) [SHM-CD] [Limited Release] [Cardboard Sleeve (mini LP)]King CrimsonExcellentKing Crimson is my favourite band for a long time. I have been to their concert as well so these boxes would be a great gift. Very good sound and I recommend a lot.
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Til We Meet Again [SHM-SACD] [Limited Release]Norah JonesA fine evening out with NJ and companyJones’ multiple talents, warmth, and versatility have made her one of the most successful artists of the past two decades. This is a summation of some of her best material delivered organically, unfiltered, and stripped down by her core elite bandmates. It’s an unquestionably winning combination that will keep Jones’ star beaming as bright as it ever has.
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Symphonic Live [Blu-ray + 2SHM-CD]YesExcellentYes is one of my favourites since the beginning. Very good album and sound is very good as well. I enjoy it a lot and I recommend.
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Live In Europe 2023 [SHM-CD] [Cardboard Sleeve (mini LP)]The Flower KingsOne of their really fine shows of 2023This is an essential for fans of symphonic prog and of The Flower Kings. A great song selection that includes recent and old classics.
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TwentyfourAl Di MeolaTechnically dazzling and lyricalThis album is a fine reminder of what a talented musician he is. Twentyfour is a compelling addition to Al Di Meola’s discography, reflecting his versatility and depth as a musician and composer. It offers something for everyone, from long-time fans to new listeners.
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King Crimson Japan Performance Supplement Series in SHM-CD: 2015 Japan Tour Box 2 - Tokyo Performances Part 2 (December 10, 16, 17, Bunkamura Orchard Hall, Tokyo) [SHM-CD] [Limited Release] [Cardboard Sleeve (mini LP)]King CrimsonAnother great box setAnother great live box set from a great band. King Crimson in fantastic live performance. Looking forward to the final and third box in this series.
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Queen [Deluxe Edition] [SHM-CD]QueenTheir defining albumListening to the remix is like hearing this album for the first time all over again. The clarity, the depth, and the power of the mix are breathtaking. Tracks like “Liar” and “Keep Yourself Alive” are monumental in scope, with the drums and guitars brought to the forefront in a way that truly honors the band’s original intent. Freddie Mercury sounds as timeless and emotive as ever. The remix enhances the brilliance of his performance. Queen’s debut album is more than just a rock record — it’s a glimpse into the raw, unfiltered genius of a band on the brink of greatness.
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A Night At The Opera [Blu-ray Audio]QUEENClassic rock album on blu ray audioClassic Queen on blu ray audio. Great sound for these timeless songs. When I saw this available I could not pass it up.
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Luck and Strange [Blu-spec CD2]David GilmourIt is a delight from start to finishDavid Gilmour presents more of that Guitar magic. Intoxicating melodious compositions with soaring guitar solos, beautiful introspection and optimism in the lyrics. David Gilmour's voice and talent are still shining brightly!
