Indie LP shops continue grow in our little island this year. In my last count, there are now some 40 brick and mortar shops selling LP. Singapore probably has more LP shops per square kilometer than anywhere else in the world. Selling vinyl (used or new) is no easy business. The competition is keen, good stuff is in shorter supply (higher prices too) and customers have become more picky and savvy. It is encouraging to read the latest figures of vinyl outselling this and that and/or more and more youngsters embracing LP. Anyhow, knowing this business of passion well ourselves, it is not for those who wants a quick buck.
![]() Out goes young screaming fans, wild whistles but replaced by restraint, matured loyal supporters that grew old with him. High marks for packaging and inserts. |
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![]() ORG has not put a foot wrong (for me) thus far and this continues to impress, flying the premium quality reissue flag up high. |
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![]() One caveat is that although my copy was flat and pristine, several other copies bought after mine wasn’t. So, take note. |
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![]() The interjectory instrumental music by Antonio Pinto between songs is also a major highlight of this OST. It certainly invoked many different emotions of the film. Very highly recommended. |
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![]() Anybody who wants to know what ‘house sound’ literally means can just compare this to many other Carnegie Hall recordings. Just listen to the applause and laughter of the audience. Another good specimen of Carnegie Hall live concerts. |
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![]() Given the polished sound, I see no reason why this wouldn’t happened eventually. |
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![]() I was curious to find out as my original (Virgin label) has some unremovable stains. My purchase was mostly influenced by the much publicized improved sonic (note: it’s 2016) and remastered by the same engineer. No downside? Seriously, none. |
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![]() Besides the ever increasing re-issue titles, we are seeing more and more first-time on vinyl release. This is one of them: 潘越云 – 旧爱新欢 (滚石). The recording was first done in the US 20 years ago. |
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![]() Sound wise, this first-time on vinyl is a good one (no digital signatures) but I can’t say the same of the fairly badly warped vinyl (both LPs). Do add $5 to flatten it. |
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![]() This straight-forward, return to roots, in the moment blues covers are highly enjoyable and has all the good essence of blues music played live (studio). Rightly so, this is one of the biggest new music of the year although I would only award 3 Stars for sonic. |
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![]() Hins (張敬軒) is a singer/songwriter from Guangzhou who also has an acting career in HK. This title was introduced to us by a customer who persistently uses it to audition his speakers. Hins has a great voice and this is one top notch production. Worthy demonstration material. |
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