Tracy Chapman – Tracy Chapman [German Elektra 960 774-1] (1988) (24-Bit/96Khz) (Vinyl Rip)


Tracy Chapman – Tracy Chapman
Vinyl Rip | techLOG & CUE | WV @ 24Bit192kHz: 1,36 GB | Artwork | 5% Recovery Info
Label/Cat#: Elektra # 960 774-1 | Country/Year: Germany 1988
Genre: Folk, Rock | Style: Acoustic, Singer/Songwriter

Arriving with little fanfare in the spring of 1988, Tracy Chapman’s eponymous debut album became one of the key records of the Bush era, providing a touchstone for the entire PC movement while reviving the singer/songwriter tradition. And Tracy Chapman is firmly within the classic singer/songwriter tradition, sounding for all the world as if it was recorded in the early ’70s — that is, if all you paid attention to were the sonics, since Chapman’s songs are clearly a result of the Reagan revolution. Even the love songs and laments are underscored by a realized vision of trickle-down modern life — listen to the lyrical details of “Fast Car” for proof. Chapman’s impassioned liberal activism and emotional resonance enlivens her music, breathing life into her songs even when the production is a little bit too clean. Still, the juxtaposition of contemporary themes and classic production precisely is what makes the album distinctive — it brings the traditions into the present. At the time, it revitalized traditional folk ideals of social activism and the like, kick starting the PC revolution in the process, but if those were its only merits, Tracy Chapman would sound dated. The record continues to sound fresh because Chapman’s writing is so keenly observed and her strong, gutsy singing makes each song sound intimate and immediate.

Review by Stephen Thomas Erlewine

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Syd Barrett – An Introduction To Syd Barrett (2011 Record Store Day Release 2xLP) (24-Bit/96Khz) (Vinyl Rip)


Syd Barrett – An Introduction To Syd Barrett (2011 Record Store Day Release) [24-96 2xLP Vinyl]
Vinyl rip @ 24/96 | FLAC(tracks) -> 1.22 Gb | Full Scans -> 105 Mb | Label: Capitol / EMI | Record Store Day Release
Genre: Rock / Psychedelic / British Psychedelia | RAR 5% | Rec. CAT #50999-098503

Released on October 4, 2010, this is the first compilation of Pink Floyd tracks together with Syd Barrett solo material. It includes all the song lyrics for the first time on any Syd Barrett album, plus a brand-new package by Storm Thorgerson’s StormStudios, including new photography, graphics and illustrations.

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Quantum Jump – Quantum Jump (1976) (24-Bit/96Khz) (Vinyl Rip)


Quantum Jump – Quantum Jump (1976)
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Progressive-Rock | 1976 UK LP | Electric Record Co. TRIX 1

Anyone coming to this after hearing Rupert Hine’s 1973 solo album Unfinished Picture and expecting more of the same would have been in for something of a shock. Having recorded some of the most bewitching, if often downright perplexing, art rock of the period, Hine clearly decided he needed an urgent injection of funk. Yet though the first three tracks of Quantum Jump’s debut album throw all the right shapes — slapped bass, bongos, horn interjections, falsetto harmonies — Hine’s art rock sensibilities hadn’t been entirely jettisoned.
The first clue comes with the ominous synth chords of standout track “No American Starship,” which also provides the first indication that all involved had been listening more closely than most to the Mahavishnu Orchestra. (Guitarist Mark Warner was especially overqualified to hold down the axeman’s job with any regular rock band.) There is also a quirky English sense of humour at work on a song like the now politically dubious “The Lone Ranger” (“Maybe masked man he a poofter/Try it on with surly Tonto”), which came very close to giving the band a hit when it was issued as a single, before the BBC got wind of its gay sex content and slapped a ban on it. That the funk was little more than a toy with which Hine was briefly fascinated becomes abundantly clear during “Alto-Loma Road,” where the band finally gets to demonstrate its prog rock credentials via a fiendishly complex instrumental break. By the time you reach the four-part (oops, what a giveaway) “Something at the Bottom of the Sea,” the Afros and sequins have been well and truly dumped…. Christopher Evans, allmusic.

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Mahavishnu John McLaughlin ‎- My Goal’s Beyond (1971) (Original US) (24-Bit/96Khz) (Vinyl Rip)


Mahavishnu John McLaughlin ‎– My Goal’s Beyond (1971)
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Douglas – KZ 30766 (1971) (Original USA) | Jazz Rock

My Goal’s Beyond is the third solo album of John McLaughlin. The album was originally released on Douglas Records in the US. The music is strongly influenced by music of India, and was dedicated to McLaughlin’s spiritual leader, Indian guru Sri Chinmoy. Side one has two longer pieces for the whole band, including soprano saxophone, flute, violin and Indian percussion. Side two of the album features eight short compositions (three standards and five originals) played solely by McLaughlin on acoustic guitar. With the recording he wanted to emphasize his equal love for the acoustic instrument and the beauty of its sound. He wasn’t paid much but he’s “still pleased with it”. (Wiki)

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Led Zeppelin – Led Zeppelin IV (1971/1982) (SP Reissue) (24-Bit/96Khz) (Vinyl Rip)


Led Zeppelin – Led Zeppelin IV (1971)
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Atlantic ‎– 50008 (Spanish Reissue) (1982) | Rock

The untitled fourth studio album by the English rock band Led Zeppelin was released on 8 November 1971. Because no title is printed on the album, it is usually referred to as Led Zeppelin IV, following the naming sequence used by the band’s first three studio albums. The album has alternatively been referred to as Four Symbols, The Fourth Album (those two titles each having been used in the Atlantic catalogue), Untitled, Runes, The Hermit, and ZoSo, the latter of which is derived from the symbol used by Jimmy Page for the album sleeve. Page often appeared onstage with the ZoSo symbol embroidered on his clothes…

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Jethro Tull ‎- Aqualung (1971/1980) (SP Reissue) (24-Bit/96Khz) (Vinyl Rip)


Jethro Tull ‎– Aqualung (1971)
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Chrysalis – CHR 1044 (1980) (Spanish Reissue} | Rock

Aqualung is the fourth studio album by the rock band Jethro Tull. Released in 1971, Aqualung, despite the band’s disapproval, is regarded as a concept album featuring a central theme of “the distinction between religion and God”. The album’s “dour musings on faith and religion” have marked it as “one of the most cerebral albums ever to reach millions of rock listeners”. Aqualung’s success marked a turning point in the band’s career, with their going on to become a major radio and touring act. (Wiki)

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J.S.Bach – Ton Koopman – Orgelwerke – Toccaten & Fugen (1984) (Original Germany) (24-Bit/96Khz) (Vinyl Rip)


J.S.Bach – Ton Koopman – Orgelwerke – Toccaten & Fugen (1984)
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Archiv Produktion 410 999-1 {Original Germany} (1984) | Classical

Tracklist
1 Toccata Und Fuge D-Moll BWV 565 8:00
2 Toccata, Adagio Und Fuge C-Dur BWV 564 13:38
3 Toccata Und Fuge F-Dur BWV 540 12:48
4 Toccata Und Fuge »Dorisch« BWV 538 11:47

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J.J. Cale – Really (1972) (24-Bit/96Khz) (Vinyl Rip)


J.J. Cale – Really (1972)
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Rock, Blues, Country | 1983 UK reissue | Mercury PRICE 26

This album captures Cale in his most creative period, and reveals why his obscure sound is so often imitated by those in the know. Really flows like an album should, with its own distinctly mellow vibe.
This is music perfect for creaky old porches, rocking chairs, and hound dogs. The band shuffles along with a grooving country-blues edge that defines Cale’s unmistakable sound. His nimble guitar playing and mumbled singing style blend soulfully together on such songs as “I’ll Kiss the World Goodbye” and “Right Down Here.”
An understated guitarist of formidable talents, Cale steps out on Muddy Water‘s “Mo Jo” and his own tasteful “Changes.” The standout track is “Soulin’,” whose name really says it all. His song writing skills shine on “Lies,” a gritty lament about a no-good, two-timing woman. All in all, Really is a totally relaxed and loosely jamming session by one of the lesser known greats of the 70s. John Ballon, musthear.com

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J.J. Cale – Naturally (1972) (24-Bit/96Khz) (Vinyl Rip)


J.J. Cale – Naturally (1972)
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Rock, Blues, Country | 1972 UK LP | A&M AMLS 68105

Naturally is the debut album by J. J. Cale. First released in 1972, it includes his song “After Midnight” which was first recorded by Eric Clapton in 1970.
Cale, who was languishing in obscurity at the time, had no knowledge of Clapton’s recording of “After Midnight” until it became a radio hit in 1970. Cale’s friend and producer, Audie Ashworth, encouraged Cale to record a full album in order to capitalize on the success of his song. Naturally was recorded independently, “on spec”, the musicians being paid demo fees. Some songs, such as “Call Me the Breeze”, were recorded with primitive drum machine accompaniment and sound almost like demos.
The album showcased Cale’s distinctive, understated style, and it successfully established his solo recording career which continues to the present day. The album was originally released on Leon Russell’s “Shelter” label, spawning the 1972 hits “Crazy Mama” (Billboard Hot 100 #22- his only Top 40 hit) and “After Midnight” (#42) as well as turntable hits “Bringing it Back” (recorded by Kansas in their first album), “Call Me the Breeze” (later recorded by Lynyrd Skynyrd) and “Clyde” (later recorded by Dr. Hook and the Medicine Show, and a 1980 country hit for Waylon Jennings). Wikipedia

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Genesis – Trespass (1970) {SP Repress} (24-Bit/96Khz) (Vinyl Rip)


Genesis – Trespass (1970)
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Charisma – 63 69 905 (1975) (Spanish Repress}| Prog Rock

Trespass is the second studio album by Genesis and was recorded and released in 1970. Their last with guitarist Anthony Phillips, Trespass had a folk-flavoured progressive rock sound that was a marked departure from their earlier work. The compositions were generally much longer and more complex than those on Genesis’s first album, and the recordings have a muted, pastoral sound. The band was unhappy with John Mayhew’s drumming skills and replaced him with Phil Collins following Anthony Phillips’s departure. (Wiki)

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Eric Burdon & The Animals – Eric Burdon & The Animals (1976) (24-Bit/96Khz) (Vinyl Rip)


Eric Burdon & The Animals – Eric Burdon & The Animals (1976)
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Rock, Pop, Psychedelia | 1976 UK LP | Metro 2356 142

Burdon was lead singer of The Animals, formed during 1962 in Newcastle, England. The original band was the Alan Price Combo which formed in 1958. They became the Animals shortly after Burdon joined the band. They combined electric blues with rock and in the USA were one of the leading bands of the British Invasion.
By late 1966 the other original members, including keyboardist Alan Price, had left. Burdon and drummer Barry Jenkins reformed the group as Eric Burdon and The Animals. This more psychedelic incarnation featured future Family member John Weider and was sometimes called Eric Burdon and the New Animals. Keyboardist Zoot Money joined during 1968 until they split up in 1969. This group’s hits included the ballad “San Franciscan Nights”, the grunge–heavy metal-pioneering “When I Was Young”, “Monterey”, the anti-Vietnam anthem “Sky Pilot” and the progressive cover of “Ring of Fire”. Wikipedia.

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Donovan – Sunshine Superman (UK) (1967) (24-Bit/96Khz) (Vinyl Rip)


Donovan – Sunshine Superman (UK) (1967)
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Rock, Pop, Psychedelia, Folk | 1989 UK reissue | BGO BGOLP 68

The UK issue of this landmark album paired half of the US release with half of the Mellow Yellow album and featured totally different artwork. However it’s still a strong album dominated by tracks that mixed Donovan’s earlier folk style with acid rock psychedelia. The blend works perfectly on the title track but there are some other gems present here such as the haunting “Celeste”, the sitar laden “Three Kingfishers” and of course the dark “Season Of the Witch”. One of the essential 1967 releases, (although the US version was issued in 1966 making it one of the earliest psychedelic records!) Freak Emporium.
Due to the contractual dispute between Pye Records and Epic Records, Donovan’s releases were held back in the United Kingdom throughout 1966 and early 1967. During this time, Donovan released Sunshine Superman and Mellow Yellow in the United States. To catch up to the Epic Records schedule in America, Pye Records compiled a cross-section of both albums and titled it Sunshine Superman. It was released in the UK (Pye NPL 18181) in June 1967 and reached #25 in the British charts. Wikipedia.
Note: despite the wording on the label and rear sleeve, this record is mono.

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Donovan – Open Road (1970) (24-Bit/96Khz) (Vinyl Rip)


Donovan – Open Road (1970)
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Folk-Rock | 1970 UK LP | Dawn DNLS 3009

Although it was a disappointing seller and signalled the start of Donovan’s commercial decline, Open Road could have been a new beginning for the singer. Stripping down to a Celtic rock format that managed to be hard and direct, yet still folkish, Donovan turned out a series of excellent songs, notably the minor hit “Riki Tiki Tavi,” that seemed to show him moving toward a roots-oriented sound of considerable appeal. William Ruhlmann, allmusic.

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Donovan – Donovan In Concert (1968) (24-Bit/96Khz) (Vinyl Rip)


Donovan – Donovan In Concert (1968)
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Folk-Rock, Folk-Jazz | 1968 UK stereo LP | Pye NSPL 18237

‘Donovan In Concert’ features a 1967 concert recorded at the Anaheim Convention Center, just a few weeks after his Hollywood Bowl show. The band is a quintet with Harold McNair on flute and saxophone, Loren Newkirk on piano, Andy Tronosco on upright bass, Tony Carr on drums, and John Carr on bongos. Donovan plays acoustic guitar throughout. The hippy mysticism and flower power poet is everywhere here. This isn’t rock star excess at all, but an organic, drenched-in-sunshine concert full of gentleness with a premium on good vibes. Donovan was already an expert at getting audiences to eat out of his hand, and here that happens in spades. ‘Donovan In Concert’ is one of the great live albums of the ’60s. Thom Jurek, allmusic.

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Donovan – Donovan’s Greatest Hits (1969) (24-Bit/96Khz) (Vinyl Rip)


Donovan – Donovan’s Greatest Hits (1969)
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Rock, Pop, Psychedelia, Folk | 1976 UK repress | Pye NSPL 18283

In March 1969 (too soon to include “Atlantis”), Epic and Pye released Donovan’s Greatest Hits, which included four songs previously only available as singles – “Epistle To Dippy”, “There is a Mountain”, “Jennifer Juniper” and “Laléna”, as well as re-recorded versions of “Colours” and “Catch The Wind” (which had been unavailable to Epic because of Donovan’s contractual problems) and specially-mixed stereo versions of “Sunshine Superman” and “Season of the Witch”. It became the most successful album of his career; it reached #4 in the US, became a million-selling gold record, and stayed on the Billboard album chart for more than a year. Wikipedia.

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