Birth of the Blue is a special release from Analogue Productions, highlighting four tracks recorded in 1958 by Miles Davis’ legendary sextet during the same sessions as Kind of Blue (full review with 33 versions). These tracks, long overshadowed as compilation bonuses, now receive a dedicated audiophile edition. The album reflects the transition toward modalContinue reading “Miles Davis – Birth of the Blue – Review – (comparison : Analog Production vinyl record and hybrid SACD vs Digital Amazon UltraHD 24 bits 192 kHz)”
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Lady Gaga presents her 7th album MAYHEM – Review – ( high-resolution stereo vs Dolby Atmos)
At the start of 2025, Lady Gaga is back in full force with Mayhem, her seventh studio album, awaited for five years after Chromatica. Highlights include “Die With A Smile”, a duet with Bruno Mars, and “Disease”, a dark electro-pop track co-produced by Andrew Watt and Cirkut. The latter revives the sounds of his earlyContinue reading “Lady Gaga presents her 7th album MAYHEM – Review – ( high-resolution stereo vs Dolby Atmos)”
Experience ‘Songs From The Big Chair’ Like Never Before: Tears For Fears Unveil 40th Anniversary Edition in Dolby Atmos!
“Songs from the Big Chair” is the second studio album by British band Tears for Fears, released on February 25, 1985. This album represents a milestone in the band’s career, helping them to achieve international fame.Tears for Fears, founded in 1981 by Roland Orzabal and Curt Smith, was a notable band on the ’80s musicContinue reading “Experience ‘Songs From The Big Chair’ Like Never Before: Tears For Fears Unveil 40th Anniversary Edition in Dolby Atmos!”
Simple Minds – New Gold Dream (81–82–83–84) – Review – Which is better between CD, SACD, Blu-ray and streaming, new remix or original mix, in various formats (stereo, 5.1 and Dolby Atmos)
New Gold Dream (81-82-83-84) cemented Simple Minds’ position as one of the most influential bands of the 1980s, and its legacy lives on today, inspiring the re-release of the album with a new Dolby Atmos, 5.1 and stereo mix on blu-ray disc.
And there are some surprises in the results for this review, you will find 9 versions tested: CD, SACD, Blu-ray and streaming, with stereo, 5.1 and Dolby Atmos mix.
Kim Wilde – Closer – Review – (Tidal MAX, Tidal Dolby Atmos)
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)”
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)”
Dire Straits – Brothers In Arms (Vinyl japanese, remastered, Mofi, Abbey Road Studio, CD, SACD, Streaming, Tidal , blu-ray Dolby Atmos, 40th anniversary)
Brothers In Arms is the 5th album of Dire Straits. It is the biggest success of the group with 30 million albums sold worldwide (about 2 million in France). It was released in May 1985 and received a Grammy Award in 1986 for Best Engineered Album, Non-Classical. Brothers in Arms is one of the firstContinue reading “Dire Straits – Brothers In Arms (Vinyl japanese, remastered, Mofi, Abbey Road Studio, CD, SACD, Streaming, Tidal , blu-ray Dolby Atmos, 40th anniversary)”