What CD are you listening to right now?

[bigburner]

Gurf Morlix - "Last Exit To Happyland" (2009)

Excellent.

Nigel.

[Hammie]

I usually just hit shuffle on my music server, but I have been listening to a lot of:



Nine Inch Nails: Ghosts I-IV

[bigburner]

Chris, let me know what you think about the Big Bad Voodoo Daddy album.

I've just noticed that they're playing at Byron Bay next Thursday so I might get to see them. The competition is Xavier Rudd. Hmmm.

Nigel.

[Burke Strickland]

Pink Martini: Hey Eugene

Intoxicating mixture of big band sound with salsa beat. On computer speakers,
it is great sonic wall paper; on the main system, it is compelling listening.
Either way, it is a lot of fun!

[r100gs]

Afro Celt Sound System "Volume 1: Sound Magic". Title of the album is self explanatory. :T

[JonMarsh]

Mixed Pleasures

Playing now, frequently, are two relatively new and diverse CD's, both special in their own way...


Kyung Wha Chung has several new releases on Decca late last year that are excellent performances and recordings; being partial to the Saint-Saens Violin concertos, this was at the top of my list from her:




In a much different vein, Stanley Clarke's new album "Toys of Men" is his strongest fusion album in years, and a must have-






for the fusion side of Stanley, "Toys of Men" and "The Bass-ic Collection" are the two to have, if you can only have two; "School Days" on the Bass-ic collection is the only CD version to more or less match the dynamics of the LP; every other version I have heard on CD was markedly deficient. Extra points if you can locate the Japanese Import version- I did, but it took a while. :W

[Chris D]

Kyung Wha Chung has several new releases on Decca late last year that are excellent performances and recordings; being partial to the Saint-Saens Violin concertos, this was at the top of my list from her:

I didn't know that Wang Chung played the violin! :rofl:

[JonP]

Saw these guys with Jethro Tull back in the VERY early 70's, its not easy to find their CDs.

This one is rather impeccably recorded for progressive rock of that era, very lucid midrange, no boost or exaggeration in the treble; occasional low bass; overall, recorded more like classical or Jazz than rock. Oh, and I rather like the music, too! imagine rock chamber music with medieval vocal style

~Jon

Another JM sighting... let me also say welcome back, and congrats on your work sitiuation (sorta) allowing you some extra "human" time...

BTW, this is a hell of a thread... must bookmark and come back for futher data mining... :T

I'm a GG fan as well (saw them open for Frampton and Yes, in '75, yikes..) and got the remastered Live album from I believe that tour, last year.

Wanted to ask if that is one of the 35th anniversary remasters, that Derek Shulman (lead vocalist, turned into a label owner/producer after band) had started to put out, or an earlier one?

He's dedicated to redoing the whole catalog, started with the Live album and is probably 4-5 into it by now... For those looking, DRT entertainment is the company/label that he runs (think they have those Mogwai guys, BTW) and a good place to find the disks.

Trying to properly place your sonic assessment...

[JonMarsh]

Yes, the 35th Anniversary releases are the ones to get, but many, especially the popular ones like Free Hand, are out of print from the label. I had to search a bit to find one of those in the 35th anniversary releases; I have another of Free Hand that was a combo release with another album, remastered in the late 90's.

Yeah, this is a great thread to data mine!

[JonMarsh]

I didn't know that Wang Chung played the violin! :rofl:

You're such a scoundrel, Chris! :W

[David Meek]

I've just noticed that they're playing at Byron Bay next Thursday so I might get to see them.

BBVD is so much more fun to see in person than to just listen to! First time I saw them, they were playing in San Francisco at one of Oracle's (the database company) yearly conferences' parties and people were swingin' in the aisles, back in the open areas by the drink tables, all over. Yowzah!

[David Meek]

You're such a scoundrel, Chris! :W

Since he flys all over the world dispensing one-liners, would that make him a humor-cherub? :B

[wkhanna]

Rickie Lee Jones - Pirates



All of her stuff is so well recorded and engineered everyone should have at least one of her albums, whether you care for her music or not, just to hear how well music can be put onto a medium and still sound like music. It will also show just how good your system can sound.

[1oldguy]

Right now I have Billy Thorpe ...Children of the Sun album on.It's just so dynamic still.It came out in 1987.

[bigburner]

Right now I'm on Setzer's rendition of "Jump, Jive, and Wail." What an awesome song. Really one that puts a spring in your step.

I saw these guys perform at Byron Bay a few nights ago. They were fantastic - a 100% entertainment package.

Nigel.

[Russ L]

Pink Martini: Hey Eugene

Intoxicating mixture of big band sound with salsa beat. On computer speakers,
it is great sonic wall paper; on the main system, it is compelling listening.
Either way, it is a lot of fun!

Great recommend!

Here is a Gypsy Jazz recording I just got and I'm really enjoying.

Hot Club of San Francisco "Yerba Buena Bounce (2007)



Of course the SQ on Reference Recordings as always is unbeatable. :T

Edit: The album is available on a HRx DVD-R data discs from RR. This Hi Rez disc is in master quality 24 bit 176.4 kHz digital format for use on your music server.

[HDBLU]

Am Listing to

[Isaac]

Ace Of Base

ACE OF BASE: The Bridge

Not really an "audiophile" CD but, this is an album that brings me back to my high school days. This is another "ooh yeah! I remember that song" CD. Brace yourself I will be posting more non-audiophile-ish music.

[HDBLU]

All of her stuff is so well recorded and engineered everyone should have at least one of her albums, whether you care for her music or not, just to hear how well music can be put onto a medium and still sound like music. It will also show just how good your system can sound.

That a great album

[David Meek]

Right now I have Billy Thorpe ...Children of the Sun album on.It's just so dynamic still. It came out in 1987.

Great old album! I'll have to break it out once I get back to the island. Good one, 1oldguy. :T

[bigburner]

Ruthie Foster - "The Truth According to Ruthie Foster" (2009)

I saw Ruthie Foster perform at Byron Bay (I actually saw her twice) and she has one of the best voices I have ever heard. She's in the same league as Aretha Franklin. I kid you not. She also has a wonderful, engaging personality and a lovely big smile. The CD is pretty good too!

Nigel.

[1oldguy]

Great old album! I'll have to break it out once I get back to the island. Good one, 1oldguy. :T

I first heard Billy when I was out shopping for some second hand records.The cover looked interesting so after I heard it I was shocked (In a good way) :T

[Isaac]

Janet Jackson: The Velvet Rope

Janet Jackson: The Velvet Rope

Track #8 (Go Deep) sounds amazing.

[wettou]

Enjoy this wonderful music for two pianos from two of history's greatest composers. Mozart was without a doubt one of Grieg's first and foremost musical inspirations. What is special about Grieg's adaptation of the Mozart Fantasia in C minor is that he has not reworked it in the traditional manner. Grieg's unusual achievement lies in the fact that he has retained Mozart's text unchanged, adding an entirely new part which is to be performed together with the original. When both parts are played, they interweave and become something entirely new. The Mozart/Grieg Fantasia for two pianos in C minor is on this album surrounded by Mozart's famous Sonata in D for two pianos and Grieg's only original work for two pianos, the lesser known masterpiece Old Norwegian Melody with variations.

Hybrid SACD + music Blu-ray
5.1 SURROUND + STEREO produced in DXD (Digital eXtreme Definition)
The hybrid SACD looks like a normal CD and plays on all standard players and computers.

[Johnloudb]

Sounds Interesting!

Also, I'm seeing more of these dual disc packaging (Blueray + SACD). I hope this is a trend for the future. Maybe it's the gradual decline of the CD that is bringing this on?

[Chris D]

That would be fantastic. Would really like to see more BD music discs with lossless HBR audio.

[Isaac]

Mariah Carey - Emotions

Mariah Carey - Emotions

This is one of her best albums. Amazing voice.

[1oldguy]

Journey Trial By Fire

This was Journeys last album with Original Singer Steve Perry.Which is the best Singer they ever had bar none.This album is incredible.

[ShadowZA]

Emmylou Harris - "Anthology" (2001)

Have always loved Emmylou's voice. This album (44 songs) comprises a lot of her early singles, some B-sides as well as a few numbers which were never released before on CD. This amazing collection replaces some old cassettes which I had scrapped some years back.

[r100gs]

:T Another great album from Russ and the gang. The Rippingtons "Modern Art".

[r100gs]

;x( Two great guitarist get together with some great results. Paul Brown + Marc Antoine " Foreign Exchange"

[ShadowZA]

:T Another great album from Russ and the gang. The Rippingtons "Modern Art".

I've ordered this a few weeks back and am eagerly awaiting. :T

[ShadowZA]

Gregg Karukas - "GK" (2009)

Some great smooth jazz piano also featuring a fantastic bunch of jazz guests such as Rick Braun, Paul Brown, Luis Conte, Russ Freeman, Jessy J., Pat Kelley, Michael O' Neil, Michael Paulo and Ricardo Silveira. I easpecially love the track "Floating in Bahia".

[r100gs]

Gregg Karukas - "GK" (2009)

Some great smooth jazz piano also featuring a fantastic bunch of jazz guests such as Rick Braun, Paul Brown, Luis Conte, Russ Freeman, Jessy J., Pat Kelley, Michael O' Neil, Michael Paulo and Ricardo Silveira. I easpecially love the track "Floating in Bahia".

I'm going have to check that one out! :T

[Isaac]

Diddy - Press Play

Diddy - Press Play

The music video for "Tell Me" with Christina Aguilera shows a pretty powerful stereo system.

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Enjoy.

[David Meek]

Hans Zimmer - The Last Samurai

Put it on a while back for my "world tour" and decided to give it another spin. It's night, the house is quiet, the glass of Baileys I'm nursing is fine and the music is perfect.

[wkhanna]

Happy B-Day, Jay!

It was Jay's, (aka r100gs) & the author of this thread, birthday yesterday.

Lots of good music has been shared and discovered by a lot people because of this thread. It's fun and interesting to see what others are listening to. I know I have acquired many albums I would never have known about if it were not for this thread.

Thanks Jay, and Happy Belated B-Day!

[Johnloudb]

arty: :boobies: ;b>

Party Time ... Excellent!

Happy B-Day Jay!!!

[r100gs]

Wow, thanks for the birthday wishes guys! Big 49 now and feeling it. I'm glad this thread has continued on. There have been many that have contributed to this thread and I thank them for making it what it is. We all have these fancy stereo systems and love talking about them, but when it comes down to it, it's just the music. Let's keep it rolling. :T

[David Meek]

Happy Birthday Jay. 49's not so bad. After all, you're vertical and taking nourishment and that beats the alternative! Here's hoping you have another 49 to celebrate. :T

[bigburner]

Happy Birthday Jay!

Two weeks after my 49th birthday I was diagnosed with prostate cancer. That was six years ago so that's well behind me now. I'm healthy, full of energy, and have about three grey hairs. My love of music helps to keep me young.

Thank you for starting this thread. I really enjoy it. As you say "We all have these fancy stereo systems and love talking about them, but when it comes down to it, it's just the music". I couldn't agree more.

Best wishes,
Nigel.

[eljr]

So Far--------------Crosby, Stills , Nash and Young

[r100gs]

This is the fourth album by this guy and I've found they are all worth owning. Nils "Up Close and Personal"

[bigburner]

Have you ever got home from a party feeling a little underdone and wanting the dose of music that was missing from the party? That was my state on Saturday night and I solved the problem with the three new CDs below. It's winter here so we had a big open fire burning too...

Nigel.

[Isaac]

Christina Aguilera - Back to Basics

Christina Aguilera - Back to Basics