One of the three greatest Elton John records, along with Tumbleweed Connection and Madman Across The Water. Newly remastered from 24/96 source by the Classic Reissues label and mastered right here in Toronto.
Of course, I had an original UK pressing long ago, more recently, the best readily available reissue has been the European Universal pressing remastered very nicely and pressed at Pallas, as is this new version.
Don't be suckered into thinking that a high resolution digital source cannot give an outstanding result - just listen to Bernie Grundman's magnificent Doors vinyl for proof. Grundman's digitally sourced vinyl of Strange Days positively puts the earlier DCC vinyl, analog sourced, to shame, making it sound murky and dull. No breath of life in that platter. Now, more proof.
The Classic reissue, compared to the European Universal, is a whole different level. Breath of life in spades, a full, robust, dynamic sound that has deep transparency and air...and life...that the Universal just can't match.
The Universal is a fine remastering. The Classic Reissues is a positive reminder of how a great classic title can be given a new life, and is that not why we pursue this - to be able to hear a recording we know very well like it's the first time, once again?
That's the feeling I had listening to this. Like I was hearing it for the first time, again. That's what it's all about.
I know it's probably tough to get these outside Canada - it's not going to be a click on Amazon or a call to Elusive Disc this time. You'll have to make an effort, and you'll be rewarded for doing it. Hunt this down and get a copy, if you love this record, it will worth it.
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