Oscar Peterson Trio At Baker’s Keyboard Lounge, The Complete Recording- Jazz sacrificed to the loudness war: the end of high-quality jazz editions? – Review (SHM-CD, vinyl record, vs streaming high resolution 24/192)

At Baker’s Keyboard Lounge is a live album by the Oscar Peterson Trio, released in 2026 by Verve Records. It brings together previously unreleased recordings made in August 1960 at Detroit’s legendary Baker’s Keyboard Lounge. The trio Oscar Peterson on piano, Ray Brown on bass, and Ed Thigpen on drums delivers performances of remarkable intensityContinue reading “Oscar Peterson Trio At Baker’s Keyboard Lounge, The Complete Recording- Jazz sacrificed to the loudness war: the end of high-quality jazz editions? – Review (SHM-CD, vinyl record, vs streaming high resolution 24/192)”

Randy Newman and Taylor Swift – Toy Story 5 (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) – Reviewed (stereo vs Dolby Atmos)

The Toy Story 5 soundtrack album is composed by Randy Newman and released by Walt Disney Records. It mainly features the instrumental score that accompanies the film’s key moments. The album also includes the original song “I Knew It, I Knew You“, performed by Taylor Swift. Written and produced by Taylor Swift and Jack Antonoff,Continue reading “Randy Newman and Taylor Swift – Toy Story 5 (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) – Reviewed (stereo vs Dolby Atmos)”

Pink Floyd – 8-Tracks – A benchmark to follow for future Pink Floyd vinyl releases? – Review (CD vs Vinyl record vs Streaming high resolution)

8-Track is a new compilation dedicated to Pink Floyd, focusing on their most iconic era.Curated with care by Steven Wilson, it offers a concise selection of the band s essential tracks.The album stands out for its smooth sequencing, designed to create a coherent listening experience. It notably includes the full version of Pigs on theContinue reading “Pink Floyd – 8-Tracks – A benchmark to follow for future Pink Floyd vinyl releases? – Review (CD vs Vinyl record vs Streaming high resolution)”

Paul McCartney – The Boys of Dungeon Lane – Reviewed (stereo vs Dolby Atmos), Included a new 3d immersive video rendering

The Boys of Dungeon Lane by Paul McCartney is an autobiographical work inspired by his childhood in Liverpool. Across fourteen tracks, he reflects on his memories, youthful friendships, and the passage of time. Musically, the album blends melodic pop, rock, intimate ballads, and psychedelic influences. Songs such as Days We Left Behind and Mountain TopContinue reading “Paul McCartney – The Boys of Dungeon Lane – Reviewed (stereo vs Dolby Atmos), Included a new 3d immersive video rendering”

Dominique Fils-Aimé My World Is The Sun – Ambassador of the Vienna HIGH END 2026 – and the interview with sound engineer Jacques Roy – Review (High Res 24 96 vs Dolby Atmos vs pureaudiostreaming in 7.1.4 vs Vinyl record…)

Dominique Fils-Aimé presents My World Is The Sun, her fifth studio album. This new recording continues her artistic journey, blending jazz, soul, and contemporary influences. The album explores themes related to identity, nature, and personal reflection. The arrangements favor a stripped-down approach, highlighting the voice and instrumental textures. Overall, the production is polished, attentive toContinue reading “Dominique Fils-Aimé My World Is The Sun – Ambassador of the Vienna HIGH END 2026 – and the interview with sound engineer Jacques Roy – Review (High Res 24 96 vs Dolby Atmos vs pureaudiostreaming in 7.1.4 vs Vinyl record…)”

Ludwig Goransson – Star Wars The Mandalorian and Grogu (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) – Reviewed (streaming stereo vs Dolby Atmos) Included 3d video rendering of immersive audio

The soundtrack of Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu, composed by Ludwig Goransson, blends the iconic orchestral sound of Star Wars with modern electronic textures and powerful percussion. Alternating between epic passages, action sequences, and more intimate moments, it delivers a more immersive and contemporary approach while preserving the musical identity established by John Williams.Continue reading “Ludwig Goransson – Star Wars The Mandalorian and Grogu (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) – Reviewed (streaming stereo vs Dolby Atmos) Included 3d video rendering of immersive audio”

Michael Jackson’s albums Off the Wall, Thriller, Bad, and Dangerous Now Available in Dolby Atmos – Review and 3D Video Visualization of Immersive Sound Spatialization

Now available in Dolby Atmos, the Dolby Atmos editions of the albums Off the Wall, Thriller, Bad, and Dangerous have been reviewed alongside the other versions of these albums. You can find them directly through the links below: Michael Jackson – Off The Wall – Has the remastering lost the original spirit of the album?-Continue reading “Michael Jackson’s albums Off the Wall, Thriller, Bad, and Dangerous Now Available in Dolby Atmos – Review and 3D Video Visualization of Immersive Sound Spatialization”

Billie Eilish – Hit Me Hard & Soft The Tour (Live) Available on Colored Vinyl and in 3D in Theaters – Review (Vinyl)

Billie Eilish is now considered one of the leading artists in contemporary pop, thanks to her distinctive blend of alternative pop, electronic influences, and intimate atmospheres. With Hit Me Hard and Soft The Tour (Live in 3D), she delivers an experience designed for both cinema and vinyl, built around her world tour. Co-directed by JamesContinue reading “Billie Eilish – Hit Me Hard & Soft The Tour (Live) Available on Colored Vinyl and in 3D in Theaters – Review (Vinyl)”

Pink Floyd – Live from the Los Angeles Sports Arena – The legendary Bootleg – First time in CD, vinyl record, the full review ( CD vs Vinyl record vs Blu-ray)

This live recording by Pink Floyd, Live From the Los Angeles Sports Arena, was released on vinyl on April 18 for Record Store Day. It is also available on CD and on the Wish You Were Here 50th anniversary Blu-ray. This release stands as a true recognition of the work of Mike Millard, who madeContinue reading “Pink Floyd – Live from the Los Angeles Sports Arena – The legendary Bootleg – First time in CD, vinyl record, the full review ( CD vs Vinyl record vs Blu-ray)”

Michael Jackson- Dangerous – Review updated with Dolby Atmos and Blu-spec CD2 (18 versions)

Find the full review including samples allowing comparison of these new versions, as well as all measurements, including the new 3D spatialization representation graph. This analysis puts the different editions of the album Dangerous into perspective by incorporating dynamic range (DR) and spatialization (SK/SP) measurements, as well as visualizations of soundstage occupancy. It also providesContinue reading “Michael Jackson- Dangerous – Review updated with Dolby Atmos and Blu-spec CD2 (18 versions)”