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Jeff Buckley - Grace
posted a review of Jeff Buckley - Grace. about 1 year ago
A very impressive sounding repress. The transparent lilac vinyl is a very nice touch too. Well worth your pennies if you don't already own this album on vinyl.
Pet Shop Boys - Relentless
posted a review of Pet Shop Boys - Relentless. about 1 year ago
Wonderful to revisit this 1993 gem once again having not heard it in years and this limited vinyl pressing has superb sound quality for coloured vinyl. Great remastering and some of the arrangements are Chris Lowe at the top of his game. This... See full review
Depeche Mode - Memento Mori
posted a review of Depeche Mode - Memento Mori. about 1 year ago
I adore this album and always enjoy spinning it. It's a bit daft to expect Mode to touch you like they did when you were many years younger and more easily impressed and the general consensus amongst critics and fans is that Momento Mori is a fine... See full review
Blur - The Ballad Of Darren
posted a review of Blur - The Ballad Of Darren. about 1 year ago
Mine is slightly warped too but plays beautifully. This is such a good album.
ABC - The Lexicon Of Love
posted a review of ABC - The Lexicon Of Love. about 1 year ago
I thought that the Steve Wilson 2023 stereo mix was a fascinating listen - it highlighted some interesting elements that were 'lost' in the original mix and as others have said, it sounds in places like a band playing together. Of course you can't... See full review
posted a review that has since been deleted. about 1 year ago
Blur - The Ballad Of Darren
posted a review of Blur - The Ballad Of Darren. about 1 year ago
And that's a really good price considering it comes with a 7 inch and special edition CD with the bonus tracks. Highly recommended.
Blur - The Ballad Of Darren
posted a review of Blur - The Ballad Of Darren. about 1 year ago
I really rate The Magic Whip but do agree that this new album flows better from start to finish.
Blur - The Ballad Of Darren
posted a review of Blur - The Ballad Of Darren. about 1 year ago
I received the clear/black vinyl today and gave it two spins and really enjoyed it. My pressing sounds excellent, no surface noise, great sonics - a very enjoyable listen. 7 inch is of similar quality too. Like The Magic Whip - this is a terrific pressing. See full review
Leftfield - Leftism
posted a review of Leftfield - Leftism. about 1 year ago
A fave of mine from the late 90s that I hadn't revisited in over 20 years (CD long lost), but what a revelation this pressing is! Dynamic and it couldn't sound any better or more timeless. What a gem of an album, absolutely essential.
posted a review that has since been deleted. about 1 year ago
Prefab Sprout - Protest Songs
posted a review of Prefab Sprout - Protest Songs. about 1 year ago
Terrific album this and not a bad pressing for the price its going for here on Discogs. For a 'lost' album, I would rank this second only to Steve McQueen. Wonderful stuff.
Tears For Fears - The Tipping Point
posted a review of Tears For Fears - The Tipping Point. about 1 year ago
Agreed. A very enjoyable spin a year on and a very solid album. I hope they're working on a follow-up.
Pet Shop Boys - Smash (The Singles 1985–2020)
posted a review of Pet Shop Boys - Smash (The Singles 1985–2020). about 1 year ago
Decided to opt for this deluxe boxset rather than the vinyl collection as most (if not all?) PSB tracks were/are recorded digitally. To my ears, the CDs sound fine, as good as CDs can sound thoughI can't really tell the difference between the Further... See full review
ABC - The Lexicon Of Love
posted a review of ABC - The Lexicon Of Love. about 1 year ago
Blu-ray ordered plus the Abbey Road half speed vinyl. One of the best albums ever recorded.
Prefab Sprout - Steve McQueen
posted a review of Prefab Sprout - Steve McQueen. about 1 year ago
Agree and absolutely timeless. Always a warmly nostalgic vinyl spin and still holds the same power of melody. Genius.
posted a review that has since been deleted. about 1 year ago
posted a review that has since been deleted. about 1 year ago
Depeche Mode - Memento Mori
posted a review of Depeche Mode - Memento Mori. about 1 year ago
This album for me is *far* better than Playing The Angel which lacked variety. The tracks you mentioned as your dislikes are amongst my faves on this album, in fact, I would struggle to pick a weak track from Memento.
Tears For Fears - The Hurting
posted a review of Tears For Fears - The Hurting. about 1 year ago
Question: how can this stunning and influential debut have a discogs rating of only 4.13? I've never understood the low ratings that universally appreciated albums get on this platform. Anyway, roll on the Abbey Road Half Speed Remaster in a few weeks.
Depeche Mode - Memento Mori
posted a review of Depeche Mode - Memento Mori. about 1 year ago
I'd heard the CD suffers from digital clipping etc and was a disappointment sound wise to fans? I own the clear and red vinyl and both are superb pressings.
Depeche Mode - Memento Mori
posted a review of Depeche Mode - Memento Mori. about 1 year ago
Agreed. My transparent red pressing of this is one of the best modern day pressings I've heard in recent years. Pure quality and such a fine album.
posted a review that has since been deleted. about 1 year ago
Depeche Mode - Memento Mori
posted a review of Depeche Mode - Memento Mori. about 1 year ago
No album is universally loved but to go against popular opinion and the general consensus that Memento is easily the best Mode album since Ultra - possibly even better than that gem is always likely to evoke a strong reaction. There are those who... See full review
B.E.F.* - Music For Stowaways
submitted B.E.F.* - Music For Stowaways. about 1 year ago
B.E.F.* - Music For Stowaways
posted a review of B.E.F.* - Music For Stowaways. about 1 year ago
Glad I spotted this and managed to get an order in for the limited yellow vinyl. 500 copies pressed and they've sold out - can't wait to spin this.
New Order - Blue Monday
posted a review of New Order - Blue Monday. about 1 year ago
Thought I would grab this to celebrate the 40th anniversary and wow! What a fantastic repress. This tune still sounds vibrant and timeless today as it did back in 1983. Hats off to the chaps at Abbey Road for this remaster. An excellent reproduction... See full review
Depeche Mode - Memento Mori
posted a review of Depeche Mode - Memento Mori. about 1 year ago
I thought the price was a bit steep until I received the translucent edition. The packaging is lush and beautifully done (especially the bands logo). The pressing is also absolutely faultless - terrific sound quality for a really fine collection of tunes.
posted a review that has since been deleted. about 1 year ago
Depeche Mode - Memento Mori
posted a review of Depeche Mode - Memento Mori. about 1 year ago
I suspect that this will be hard to come by in a few months and quite pricy.
Depeche Mode - Memento Mori
posted a review of Depeche Mode - Memento Mori. about 1 year ago
Completely disagree and Mode don't need 'mega hits' at this stage of their career. Have you questioned why your opinion is so out of synch with all the reviews for this album? Do you think critics in across the media are forcing themselves to praise it?
Depeche Mode - Memento Mori
posted a review of Depeche Mode - Memento Mori. about 1 year ago
Totally agree with the sentiments above. It really bores me to death (and I'm sure the band), when 'fans' harp on about Alan Wilder (and I was one of those dismayed originally by Ultra but ended up loving it). The production and arrangements on the... See full review
Depeche Mode - Memento Mori
posted a review of Depeche Mode - Memento Mori. about 1 year ago
Not entirely sure that you could drop 'Ghosts Again' considering how popular it has become but do agree that the album could lose one or two tracks but that said, this is still easily Mode's best album since Ultra without a doubt. Superb stuff.
posted a review that has since been deleted. about 1 year ago
Yazoo - Nobody's Diary / Situation
posted a review of Yazoo - Nobody's Diary / Situation. about 1 year ago
I've just been given a mInt copy - G / 0208. A common 12 inch it seems but what an absolute gem of a tune.
The The - Dusk
posted a review of The The - Dusk. about 1 year ago
Why no 30th anniversary vinyl repress for this gem? Is there a rights issue involving this album?
Depeche Mode - Classics. Rarities. Revelations.
posted a review of Depeche Mode - Classics. Rarities. Revelations.. about 1 year ago
Apart from the baffling inclusion of the dreadful Underworld mmix of Barrel Of A Gun which is probably 9 minutes too long, this is actually a decent compilation from Mojo ahead of the eagerly awaited new album. The inclusion of the excellent Highline... See full review
AIR French Band* - Moon Safari
posted a review of AIR French Band* - Moon Safari. about 1 year ago
Lush, heavy jacket, remastered etc and sounds really, really good.
AIR French Band* - Moon Safari
posted a review of AIR French Band* - Moon Safari. about 1 year ago
Such a beautifully packaged repress and a striking looking and vibrant sounding pressing. When your sending 30-50 pounds on new vinyl these days, this is exactly the quality and attention to detail that we should be getting with every purchase. I will... See full review
The Smile (5) - A Light For Attracting Attention
posted a review of The Smile (5) - A Light For Attracting Attention. about 1 year ago
I've got a really good sounding yellow pressing so there are some great sounding onesout there. I would send yours back and get another copy as this is an album that shines on vinyl.
Interpol - Turn On The Bright Lights
posted a review of Interpol - Turn On The Bright Lights. about 1 year ago
Pure quality. The music is legendary but wonderful to hear this gem of a debut sounding so good on this lush VMP remaster. Gorgeous packaging and the reflective Interpol logo is a really nice touch. One day, all reissues will be as good as this - 9/10
posted a review that has since been deleted. over 2 years ago
posted a review that has since been deleted. over 2 years ago
posted a review that has since been deleted. over 2 years ago
Arctic Monkeys - The Car
posted a review of Arctic Monkeys - The Car. over 2 years ago
I managed to get the grey pressing and have to say that it sounds fab, a terrific sounding record. Quality of sleeve is pretty good too
Arctic Monkeys - The Car
posted a review of Arctic Monkeys - The Car. over 2 years ago
Musically, I think The Car is superb, lush and extraordinary in the way it is mixed with subtle yet complex string arrangements. Few people like it when their fave band decide to move on sonically from the limitations of 'indie-rock'and perhaps the... See full review
Arctic Monkeys - The Car
posted a review of Arctic Monkeys - The Car. over 2 years ago
Much better than many of the Amazon reviews would have you believe and the first release by this band that I've actually purchased after hearing a few tracks online. A great soundscape and beautifully produced, this album is a real grower. Perfect... See full review
Japan - Exorcising Ghosts
posted a review of Japan - Exorcising Ghosts. over 2 years ago
'Quiet Life' and 'Ghosts' sound immense on this pressing and that's just a couple of the highlights, a very enjoyable and superbly packaged release. The art print is a very nice touch too. Timeless music.
La Roux - La Roux
posted a review of La Roux - La Roux. over 2 years ago
Hi Oldschool I got this recently from Amazon UK - could be a label error at the pressing planet maybe(?) Impossible to tell what side I'm playing until it starts but a terrific pressing anyway.