Review by Ling
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Departures / Freedom [Limited Release]globeMy first Globe experience
This is the song that introduced Globe into my life. The melody the Beats, the voices. In live every aspect of this tune - it doesn’t pretend to be perfect, just emotive.
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Feel Like Dance / Sweet Pain [Limited Release]globeGreat for the collection
Clean and perfect for nostalgia. The music takes me back to the 90s when this pop music was common. I still love it!
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Hikaru Utada Science Fiction Tour 2024 [2Blu-ray + 2CD / Limited Edition]Hikaru UtadaPerfect visual companion
The production is crisp and a great way to see this concert. I tried to get tickets but wasn’t able to and this was a Great way to Celebrate Hikaru’s Science Fiction campaign.
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Fuyu Kukan (White Color Vinyl)Tomoko AranClassic!
The music is delicious! Gets me in the mood and motivates me. A perfect record - no noise and pure perfection!
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Pompoko (The Raccoon War / Heisei Tanuki Gassen Pom Poko) SoundtrackAnimation Soundtrack (Music by Hasso Gakudan)Such a fun soundtrack!
Very fun record and sounded fantastic! If you loved the playful nature of the movie it will take you back! Recommended for any Ghibli fan!
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Whisper Of The Heart (Mimi wo Sumaseba) Original SoundtrackAnimation Soundtrack (Music by Yuji Nomi)Very moving soundtrack
I had forgotten how this sounded. I watched this movie years ago and the music immediately made me reminisce!
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Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence Original Soundtrack [Limited Release]Original Soundtrack (Music by Ryuichi Sakamoto)Transported back in time!
This is just epic! I highly recommend purchasing this if you can and whilst it’s available! This is a nostalgic trip back in time to emotive synths and vocals. The timeless theme song will never go out of style.
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Out of Noise - R [Limited Release]Ryuichi SakamotoPure ambience
This is a really clean pressing of a classic. I really enjoy Ryuichi Sakamoto’s ambient works - very creative and emotive with the use of clever samples. If you love enjoying a moment, this is your perfect soundtrack!
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Rainbow 25th Anniversary (Rainbow Color Vinyl) [Limited Release]Mariah CareyNostalgia and perfect timing for Pride
Great packaging and design and the music sings! There are a few crackles and pops in this picture disc release. But if you overlook these, the sound is beautiful , rich and dynamic. Recommend if you also want the Japanese repackaging.
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Ayumi Hamasaki 25th Anniversary LIVE TOUR [4Blu-ray Disc+ Sticker & Tumbler, First Press Limited Edition] [TeamAyu / mu-mo SHOP Limited]Hamasaki AyumiGreat memories
I was so happy when it was announced this would be released. I went to one of the shows and was curious what the other two acts were like. It’s surpassed my expectation and a wonderful way to celebrate Ayu’s achievements.
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namie amuro Final Tour 2018 -Finally- (2 Concerts + Nagoya Dome Live) [Limited Edition]Namie AmuroSo glad
This release is so premium. It includes two concerts and is shot very well. Namie's signature performance style is maintained and she sparkles in her own way. It truely is a great way to send off the original queen of hip - pop.
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Science Fiction [Limited Edition]Hikaru UtadaGreat collection!
I was super excited to receive this and see the beautiful deluxe packaging. I did attempt to enter into the lottery to purchase he premium concert ticket, but alas ... no luck. I will spend my hours listening to this release. The refreshed versions of the songs are a nice update, without taking away too much of the originals' essence. For those die hard followers of Hikaru - highly recommended!
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Neon Genesis Evangelion: Cruel Angel Theses / FLY ME TO THE MOONAnimation SoundtrackNostalgic release
With all the releases of late, this one includes the elusive Fly me to the moon by Clair. The packaging is simple, but the music speaks volumes. This is highly recommended for those die-hard Evangelion fans.
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audio-technica/ Record Cleaner / AT6012aSimple to use
The product does exactly what it says on the packaging. It's simple to use and I've yet to ascertain if it scratches the disc or not. So far so good.
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Async [Limited Release]Ryuichi SakamotoGreat repress!
Music is awesome! I was so happy that Commmons would repress this and ship it overseas. Whilst I was not impressed with the poppies of the '12' release, I had to give this a shot. I was happy that it was not as 'poppy' and maintained the ambient quality of the intended sound. The packaging is beautiful and whilst I haven't heard the original pressing (as it was cut and pressed by another person/plant) this is a good pressing to have in your collection.
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Utau [Limited Release]Taeko Onuki & Ryuichi SakamotoSublime audio
I was originally hesitant to order this as some of the recent vinyl pressings from Commmons has been noisy and scuffed. I was impressed by the sound quality. It is quiet and hardly any pops or cracks - sounds as it should! Although some of the discs were scuffed, there was no impact to the audio quality. For those who want to collect Sakamoto's older releases, this is a solid repress.
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Courage [Blu-spec CD2] [Japan Bonus Track]Celine DionWorth it for the Japan-only bonus track
The music is a welcome return to form for our queen! The packaging is deluxe and thicker than usual jewel cases. The audio is clean and includes Japan-only bonus track. Although the bonus track is now available on streaming services, there is just something about having the original physical version that is not heavily compressed. Celine's vocal soars!
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"The Boy and The Heron (How Do You Live?) (Anime)" Original SoundtrackAnimation Soundtrack (Music by Joe Hisaishi)Quiet and beautiful
I was impressed by the sound quality of this release. I was concerned about the quality right out of the packaging as I noticed scuffing and a piece of drilled out vinyl sitting on the playing surface on disc 2! I was concerned it scratched the disc creating pops, but thankfully it didn't! Hopefully no others have experienced this quality check fail. I'd recommend this release, the music from Joe Hisaishi is beautiful and transports you to a wonderful place.
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Shirley Wong [Limited Release]Faye WongNice throwback
This is such a nice throwback to her first Cinepoly release. Yes, some of the songs are out of date but there is a charm captured in this release where Faye was really trying to make a mark in the business, supported by her producer. The packaging is good and includes upscaled images, but they did the best they could with 30+ year old material.
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Everything [Limited Release]Faye WongGreat release and includes poster!
Although the music here is dated, the pressing is done well and the packaging is amazing! I didn't expect that they would also include the original poster! The images were not poorly upscaled and the resolutions for the poster was spot on. I'm speechless.