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The Salzburg Recital (Live) Evgeny Kissin 2022 https://album.link/i/1630346272 Example: Kissen doing Kissen things - and that is a good thing. Interesting how he can make Gershwin sound like a Russian composer. But most of the performance is really good and a nice simple clean DG recording.

If Not For You (Deluxe Edition / Remastered 2022) Olivia Newton-John 1971 https://album.link/i/1641384228 Example: Before she was physical. Early and a bit rough Olivia. I can appreciate some of the gems in there but a typical covers album for a young talent.

Lovely set.

Nancy & Lee Nancy Sinatra, Lee Hazlewood 1968 https://album.link/i/1616561102 Example: -- Almost a perfect Album opener. Most of the album is like that, but not as slow. Some good and bad engineering in there as well. I was entertained for 42 minutes.

oops - did we end up with two threads... ? Admin help needed.

Something I want to do. And I think it would apply to other cast iron as well.

^^ in my queue. Worthy?

This guy went and picked up this guy and had lunch with two other local degenerates {not pictured for obvious reasons} Good to catch-up for a bit.

I have been following and listening to some new tracks from JID over that last few months. So, I had some idea going into this Tiny Desk. But I was impressed with the mix of hiphop and jazz elements. Creating something a bit new, that I am liking. Edit: but don't get me wrong, it is rough.

They are pretty easy to become fans of. Me: LongGone Joshua Redman, Brad Mehldau, Christian McBride, Brian Blade 2022 https://album.link/i/1632077032 Example - live: Better recording on the album - but a bit more fun live. Redman - yes, Mehldau - yes, McBride - yes, Blade - yes. Powerhouse of a group, I hate that we only get them every two years or so. But worthy wait for goodness. I am glad that they all do solo and other projects to keep my ears happy.

Finally catching up to this in my queue. Screen Violence CHVRCHES 2021 Example: Agreed - solid album

RIP Queen Elizabeth - you did reign with distinction and class.

Rather than watch the apple event I spent an hour and a half listening to prog. You decide what is a better use of time. Innocence & Danger The Neal Morse Band 2021 https://album.link/i/1570081572 I have followed Neal for many years. I really liked Spock's Beard back in the day and he also started his own project. But he also had a higher calling, and the music suffered in content and quality. I am happy with this 2021 album, there are some great jams, some great themes, and a 31 minute track (above). I won't call this a return to roots, or classic Neal, because I think all music should look forward and evolve. But I like this album.

^^ this thx https://album.link/i/1470493720 I had no idea what it could be - and it was better than any thoughts I could have had. Classical and traditional playing with vocal elements now and then, very live feel and being well recorded.

I will add it to my Libby app (library) when it becomes available. The question is - do I want to have him read it to me?

Composed in Color Isaiah J. Thompson 2021 https://album.link/i/1590017099 Example: Good Piano Jazz.

I have learned to appreciate the technique in the last few years. Now, it is about finding singers that can sing and scream, but the real trick for me is enunciation. If I can understand the screamed words without following along with printed lyrics (taking me out of the listening), then I can stay in the groove and get the message at the same time. And you are correct, 'good' screaming uses false folds and do not harm vocal cords.

Wallflowers Jinjer 2021 https://album.link/i/1569867454 Example: I really appreciate her enunciation while screaming with the contrast to her strong singing voice. Keeps me very engaged.

Good sound, and these kids play tight for not looking at each other at all. I wanted a longer set.

Been a while since I listened to this... so. Be Here Now (Deluxe Remastered Edition) Oasis 1997 https://album.link/i/1523139329 Example: 25 years - dang. I don't know how much I will go back to this, but I liked listening to it again. It has the white noise with a beat and loud singing vibe that I can get into. Kind of a Beatles Helter Skelter vibe, but for a whole album. And then for something completely different. Hoa (Original Soundtrack) Johannes Johansson 2022 https://album.link/i/1626128595 Example: Just lovely. Everything that you would expect from an piano based Anime Soundtrack. But it just happens to be for a game not a movie.

Motion Sick Pip Millett 2021 https://album.link/i/1570669902 Example: An R&B EP from a new UK singer. Overall I liked it, the groves are good and the voice is there. I will keep an eye on them.

80 Soundtrack goodness To Live And Die In L.A. (An Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) Wang Chung 1985 https://album.link/i/1531407430 Example:

Edwin everyday. The Year After European Jazz Trio 2019 https://album.link/i/1516037458 Example: Just well recorded Saturday afternoon Jazz. Fit the bill.

It is visible to the internets ( I check by logging out and seeing what I see). Well good news on the test results and good luck with the continued research Knucks. Now rest....