Sleep Circle is a newly recorded, abridged version of Max Richter’s Sleep. Inspired by his concert performances—where he offered a 90-minute version instead of the original eight hours—the album highlights some of the most striking passages, creating a 90-minute journey into the hypnagogic state between wakefulness and sleep. Richter explains that pieces like Dream 11,Continue reading “Max Richter – Sleep Circle – Music for Dreaming – Review (Stereo; Dolby Atmos, vinyl record)”
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Sabrina Carpenter – Man’s Best Friend – Review (Streaming Tidal MAX and Dolby Atmos)
Man’s Best Friend is Sabrina Carpenter’s sixth studio album. This album is a pop record that explores themes of love and heartbreak with a tone that is at times light and ironic. Supported by singles such as Manchild and Tears, it achieved commercial success while generating mixed critical reactions: some praised its accessibility and humor,Continue reading “Sabrina Carpenter – Man’s Best Friend – Review (Streaming Tidal MAX and Dolby Atmos)”
Joe Hisaishi – Joe Hisaishi Conduct – Out now in digital, physical release in 2026 – review (Streaming Tidal MAX and Dolby Atmos)
Japanese composer and conductor Joe Hisaishi releases his new album Joe Hisaishi Conducts, recorded during a concert at Tokyo’s Suntory Hall on July 31, 2024. The program features his suite The End of the World — inspired by New York after 9/11 and later expanded into five movements — as well as Steve Reich’s TheContinue reading “Joe Hisaishi – Joe Hisaishi Conduct – Out now in digital, physical release in 2026 – review (Streaming Tidal MAX and Dolby Atmos)”
Bob Reynolds Group – Live In Munich – Review – Comparison between – CD, Blu-ray and streaming in various formats (stereo Hi-Res, DTS-HDMA 7.1 AURO3D and Dolby Atmos)
Live in Munich is a jazz album recorded live by the Bob Reynolds Group during a concert in Munich. Saxophonist Bob Reynolds presents a repertoire blending contemporary jazz and fusion, with a strong emphasis on interaction between the musicians and improvisation. Produced by the independent label IAN Records, known for its focus on sound qualityContinue reading “Bob Reynolds Group – Live In Munich – Review – Comparison between – CD, Blu-ray and streaming in various formats (stereo Hi-Res, DTS-HDMA 7.1 AURO3D and Dolby Atmos)”
Kraftwerk – Autobahn – Review – The 50th anniversary edition becomes a reference in Dolby Atmos (Test: blu-ray with tracks in stereo PCM, DTS HDMA 5.1, Dolby Atmos and Tidal Dolby Atmos)
Summer is often the perfect time to get away, to go on multiple trips, to cover miles by car. This atmosphere of the open road and wide spaces immediately brings to mind the album “Autobahn”. “Autobahn” is the fourth studio album by German band Kraftwerk, released in 1974. This album marks a break with theirContinue reading “Kraftwerk – Autobahn – Review – The 50th anniversary edition becomes a reference in Dolby Atmos (Test: blu-ray with tracks in stereo PCM, DTS HDMA 5.1, Dolby Atmos and Tidal Dolby Atmos)”
Roger Waters – This Is Not A Drill – Live From Prague – review (Streaming Tidal Max, Tidal Dolby Atmos)
Roger Waters, co-founder of Pink Floyd, releases This Is Not A Drill – Live From Prague, recorded live in concert on May 25, 2023, at the O2 Arena. The show is part of his farewell tour, which began in 2022. The setlist includes Pink Floyd classics (Comfortably Numb, Us and Them, Wish You Were Here)Continue reading “Roger Waters – This Is Not A Drill – Live From Prague – review (Streaming Tidal Max, Tidal Dolby Atmos)”
Lorde – Virgin, available in clear CD , but this is not for all the CD player? Review (CD recycled Clear Disc, Streaming Tidal Max and Dolby Atmos)
A clear CD immediately caught my attention when it was announced—especially due to reports of playback issues. I decided to purchase it and run a few tests, which I present below. Lorde, the New Zealand artist who rose to fame with Pure Heroine, returns with Virgin, a bold and introspective fourth album. She explores deeplyContinue reading “Lorde – Virgin, available in clear CD , but this is not for all the CD player? Review (CD recycled Clear Disc, Streaming Tidal Max and Dolby Atmos)”
Brothers in Arms in 2025, 40 th anniversary : Which Format Delivers the Best Sound? CD, LP, Streaming, Blu-ray, SACD, Stereo to Atmos
“Brothers in Arms” is the fifth studio album by Dire Straits and remains the band’s greatest commercial success, with over 30 million copies sold worldwide, including around 2 million in France. Released in May 1985, the album received a Grammy Award in 1986 for Best Engineered Album, Non-Classical, recognizing its outstanding sound quality. Pioneering forContinue reading “Brothers in Arms in 2025, 40 th anniversary : Which Format Delivers the Best Sound? CD, LP, Streaming, Blu-ray, SACD, Stereo to Atmos”
Anna Lapwood – Firedove | Audiophile Journey: The Organ in Stereo & Dolby Atmos, Between Cathedral and Cinema (The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Inception…)
With Firedove, Anna Lapwood takes the organ off the beaten path, blending sacred repertoire with cinematic inspiration.
This audiophile review explores an ambitious mix at the crossroads of tradition and epic storytelling.
Whether in high-resolution stereo or Dolby Atmos, the album delivers striking spatial depth.
Echoes of The Hunchback of Notre Dame and textures reminiscent of Inception can be heard throughout.
Lapwood’s powerful yet sensitive performance reimagines the classical organ for a new era.
Hi-res streaming or Dolby Atmos: this is a listening experience that demands full attention.
Miley Cyrus – Something Beautifull – Crushed by the Loudness War – Saved in Extremis by Dolby Atmos – Review – Vinyl record, Tidal max 24 bits 96 kHz and Dolby Atmos
After years of artistic and personal growth, Miley Cyrus takes a bold new step with Something Beautiful, her ninth studio album, released on May 30, 2025. This release is also accompanied by a film. Unfortunately, the album hasn’t escaped the infamous loudness war, which also affects the vinyl edition as collateral damage. However, the Dolby Atmos version redeems it — as you’ll hear through the different samples.