Yuja Wang – The Vienna Recital – Review – (Test: Tidal MAX Flac, Tidal Dolby Atmos)

World-renowned pianist Yuja Wang continues to captivate audiences with her latest album “The Vienna Recital”. Recorded during a recital in Vienna in 2022, this album features an eclectic selection of works, from complete sonatas by Beethoven and Scriabin to individual pieces by Albéniz and etudes by Ligeti and Glass. Wang’s technical mastery and profound interpretationContinue reading “Yuja Wang – The Vienna Recital – Review – (Test: Tidal MAX Flac, Tidal Dolby Atmos)”

Pet Shop Boys – Nonetheless – Review – (Test: Clear vinyl record , Tidal MAX, Tidal Dolby Atmos, blu-ray stereo 24/96, blu-ray Dolby Atmos TrueHD lossless)

The Pet Shop Boys, the famous English synth-pop duo, have recently enriched their discography with the release of their fifteenth studio album, entitled “Nonetheless”. This opus, released on April 26, 2024, marks their longest interval between studio albums, succeeding 2020’s “Hotspot”. Produced by James Ford and recorded in his East London studio, “Nonetheless” was precededContinue reading “Pet Shop Boys – Nonetheless – Review – (Test: Clear vinyl record , Tidal MAX, Tidal Dolby Atmos, blu-ray stereo 24/96, blu-ray Dolby Atmos TrueHD lossless)”

Sia – Reasonable Woman – Review – (Test: Tidal MAX, Tidal Dolby Atmos)

Australian singer-songwriter Sia has enriched her discography with her tenth studio album, “Reasonable Woman”. Released on May 3, 2024, this album was preceded by singles such as “Gimme Love”, “Dance Alone” in collaboration with Kylie Minogue, and “Incredible” with Labrinth. The new album contains 15 songs. Does this album hold any pleasant surprises? For thisContinue reading “Sia – Reasonable Woman – Review – (Test: Tidal MAX, Tidal Dolby Atmos)”

Dua Lipa – Radical Optimism – Review – (Test: Tidal MAX 24 bits, Tidal Dolby Atmos)

Dua Lipa, the celebrated Anglo-Albanian singer, released her third studio album entitled “Radical Optimism” on May 3, 2024. The album marks her comeback after four years since the release of her acclaimed previous album, “Future Nostalgia”. With “Radical Optimism”, Dua Lipa explores new musical horizons, moving away from the disco sounds of “Future Nostalgia” toContinue reading “Dua Lipa – Radical Optimism – Review – (Test: Tidal MAX 24 bits, Tidal Dolby Atmos)”

Taylor Swift – The Tortured Poets Department – The Anthology – Review – (Test: Vinyl record, Tidal MAX, Tidal Dolby Atmos), A Surprise Double Album With 15 Extra Tracks

For her 11th album, Taylor Swift, the 34-year-old singer, arrives with her new album “The Tortured Poets Department,” and brings a surprise to her fans with a version “The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology” containing 15 extra tracks evening over 2 hours of music. It’s this surprise version that we’ll be reviewing. Which will beContinue reading “Taylor Swift – The Tortured Poets Department – The Anthology – Review – (Test: Vinyl record, Tidal MAX, Tidal Dolby Atmos), A Surprise Double Album With 15 Extra Tracks”

Mark Knopfler – One Deep River – Review – (Test: BOX Vinyl record, CD, Tidal MAX, Tidal Dolby Atmos, Blu-ray PCM 24-192 and Dolby Atmos TrueHD)

Mark Knopfler has released his tenth solo studio album “One Deep River” on April 12, 2024, this new album will contain 12 songs. The new album was recorded at his British Grove studios in London, a studio designed to bring together the best analog and digital technologies. The album is also available as a deluxeContinue reading “Mark Knopfler – One Deep River – Review – (Test: BOX Vinyl record, CD, Tidal MAX, Tidal Dolby Atmos, Blu-ray PCM 24-192 and Dolby Atmos TrueHD)”

The Pineapple Thief – It Leads To This – Review – (Test: Blu-ray stereo , 5.1, Dolby Atmos, Tidal MAX, Qobuz Hi-Res, Amazon UltraHD, CD), is the blu-ray the new “audiophile” media?

Since its formation in 1999, The Pineapple Thief has undergone a remarkable evolution, from a solo project by Bruce Soord to a complete band recognized in the world of progressive rock. After albums such as “Abducting the Unicorn” and “Magnolia”, The Pineapple Thief are back with their 15th album, “It Leads to This”, featuring 8Continue reading “The Pineapple Thief – It Leads To This – Review – (Test: Blu-ray stereo , 5.1, Dolby Atmos, Tidal MAX, Qobuz Hi-Res, Amazon UltraHD, CD), is the blu-ray the new “audiophile” media?”

Nathan Davis – The Hip Walk – Review – (Test: Vinyl AAA, Tape Horch House (Reel to reel) and Tidal Max Flac 24 92 ). Is the tape still the reference?

The Hip Walk was recorded in 1965 and is considered one of Nathan Davis’ best albums. Jimmy Woode (bass), Kenny Clarke (drums) and Francy Boland (piano) also played on this album. It’s been a while since I wanted to add a test of an album including a magnetic tape in comparison with vinyl and aContinue reading “Nathan Davis – The Hip Walk – Review – (Test: Vinyl AAA, Tape Horch House (Reel to reel) and Tidal Max Flac 24 92 ). Is the tape still the reference?”

Norah Jones – Visions – Album – Review – (Test: Tidal MAX Flac, Amazon Dolby Atmos, vinyl record, color vinyl record, Japanese SACD)

After her Christmas album “I Dream of Christmas”, released in 2021, Norah Jones returns with a new album, “Visions”, released on March 8. It features 12 tracks (with a bonus track for the Japanese SACD), including “Running”, which was already available for streaming. We can’t forget her debut album “Come Away With Me“, but willContinue reading “Norah Jones – Visions – Album – Review – (Test: Tidal MAX Flac, Amazon Dolby Atmos, vinyl record, color vinyl record, Japanese SACD)”

Lang Lang – Saint-Saëns – Review – (Test: Clear limited edition vinyl record, Tidal Music MAX Flac 24 bits 192 kHz and Tidal Dolby Atmos ).

Lang Lang presents a new album with a rich program of over 1h40, including two masterpieces by Camille Saint-Saëns: Le Carnaval des animaux and Piano Concerto No. 2. Complete with works by Fauré, Bonis, Ravel, Debussy, Delibes, Farrenc, Sohy, Tailleferre and Boulange. Lang Lang is the Leipzig Gewandhaus Orchestra conducted by Andris Nelsons and pianistContinue reading “Lang Lang – Saint-Saëns – Review – (Test: Clear limited edition vinyl record, Tidal Music MAX Flac 24 bits 192 kHz and Tidal Dolby Atmos ).”