Kim Wilde‘s latest album, Closer, was released on January 31, 2025. Presented as a sequel to her successful 1988 album Close, Closer captures the spirit and style of her earlier work while introducing a modern perspective, blending nostalgic elements with contemporary sounds. The album features ten new tracks, including the lead single Trail of Destruction.Continue reading “Kim Wilde – Closer – Review – (Tidal MAX, Tidal Dolby Atmos)”
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Simple Minds announces a “Ruby” edition of Once Upon a Time for its 40th anniversary – Review of the new edition
To mark its 40th anniversary, Simple Minds has announced the release of the “Ruby” edition of its Once Upon a Time album, available digitally on online platforms from Friday January 29. The great novelty of this “Ruby” edition is the inclusion of the flagship track “Don’t You (Forget About Me)”, remastered at the famous AbbeyContinue reading “Simple Minds announces a “Ruby” edition of Once Upon a Time for its 40th anniversary – Review of the new edition”
Haewon Moon with Tsuyoshi Yamamoto – Midnight Sun – Review – (Test: SACD, vinyl record, Tidal MAX), 3 media, 3 different listening experiences
Haewon Moon‘s “Midnight Sun” album, in collaboration with Tsuyoshi Yamamoto, is a vocal jazz album released in 2024. The album features Haewon Moon’s soft, melodious voice, accompanied by the talented pianist Tsuyoshi Yamamoto. The album, recorded at Studio Tanta by the renowned Shunroku Hitani on November 27 and 28, 2023, features a meticulously crafted sound.Continue reading “Haewon Moon with Tsuyoshi Yamamoto – Midnight Sun – Review – (Test: SACD, vinyl record, Tidal MAX), 3 media, 3 different listening experiences”
Simon & Garfunkel – Bookends – Review – (Test: vinyl records, Vinyl MOFI, CDs, SACD MOFI, Streaming Tidal MAX) – Better rendering in analog or digital?
“Bookends” is the fourth studio album by American duo Simon & Garfunkel, released in 1968. The album is often considered one of the duo’s finest works, and has won critical acclaim for its lyrical depth and innovative production. The album is divided into two distinct parts. The first side of the album is a conceptualContinue reading “Simon & Garfunkel – Bookends – Review – (Test: vinyl records, Vinyl MOFI, CDs, SACD MOFI, Streaming Tidal MAX) – Better rendering in analog or digital?”
The evolution of mastering in 40 years with Ultravox – Lamen – Review from 1984 to 2024 (Test: vinyls , CD, Tidal deluxe, Tidal Atmos, Bluray stereo; Bluray DTS HDMA 5.1 and ATMOS)
“Lament” is the seventh studio album by British band Ultravox, released in 1984. This album signifies a profound evolution towards a more electronic and pop sound, while still embracing the band’s characteristic new wave elements. Among its tracks are some of the band’s most iconic songs, such as “Dancing with Tears in My Eyes”, “OneContinue reading “The evolution of mastering in 40 years with Ultravox – Lamen – Review from 1984 to 2024 (Test: vinyls , CD, Tidal deluxe, Tidal Atmos, Bluray stereo; Bluray DTS HDMA 5.1 and ATMOS)”
Alicia Keys – Keys – Review (LP, Qobuz Hi-Res)
Keys is the eighth album by Alicia Keys, released in December 2021 on digital and in August 2022 on vinyl. Here is the review of this album with the digital and vinyl versions. The album is divided into 2 parts, the Original part corresponds to the more classic vision of Alicia Keys and the UnlockedContinue reading “Alicia Keys – Keys – Review (LP, Qobuz Hi-Res)”
Shania Twain – Come On Over – Review (Test: vinyl 3 clear LPs, CD, Amazon UltraHD 24-96 , Apple Music, Tidal Dolby Atmos, Diamond Edition, Special Edition, International Version, 25th anniversary)
The release of the special 25th anniversary editions of Shania Twain’s “Come On Over” (including triple clear vinyl discs) is an opportunity to take a look back at the best-selling album of all time by a female artist, with over 40 million copies sold. This album contains many hits such as “Man! I Feel LikeContinue reading “Shania Twain – Come On Over – Review (Test: vinyl 3 clear LPs, CD, Amazon UltraHD 24-96 , Apple Music, Tidal Dolby Atmos, Diamond Edition, Special Edition, International Version, 25th anniversary)”
Steven Wilson – The Harmony Codex – First singles Review – (Test: Amazon Music HD and Tidal Dolby Atmos) – Music composed for spatial sound
Steven Wilson’s “The Harmony Codex” is his seventh solo album, due for release on September 29, 2023. It’s an experimental and varied album, containing 10 tracks, 3of which are already available: “Economies of Scale” , “Impossible Tightrope” (10 minutes) and “Rock Bottom”. Steven Wilson is also known for his progressive rock projects such as PorcupineContinue reading “Steven Wilson – The Harmony Codex – First singles Review – (Test: Amazon Music HD and Tidal Dolby Atmos) – Music composed for spatial sound”
82 albums or singles, 504 editions reviewed …
The milestone of 500 tested versions has been passed since the creation of this blog, 504 to be precise, thank you all for your encouragement.These 504 versions are distributed in 78 albums and 4 singles.The types of supports have been enlarged with in addition to the supports CD, DVD, Bluray, SACD, vinyl, cassette, DAT, streaming,Continue reading “82 albums or singles, 504 editions reviewed …”
Daft Punk – Random Access Memories 10th anniversary – Review updated with spatial audio : Tidal Sony 360 RA, Apple Music Dolby Atmos
With its 9 new tracks and its 35 additional minutes, the 10th anniversary edition of Random Access Memory is very successful with an excellent vinyl version composed of 3 LP with booklet and poster.But, there is an additional surprise, the mixed versions in spatial audio presented in Dolby Atmos and Sony 360 Reality Audio (360RA)Continue reading “Daft Punk – Random Access Memories 10th anniversary – Review updated with spatial audio : Tidal Sony 360 RA, Apple Music Dolby Atmos”