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Posted By : wustenratte | Date : 31 Jul 2010 01:04:29 | Comments : 4

The Blasters: Live Going Home (2004)
DVD5 ISO + FLAC | NTSC Slides Region 0 | 48/24 5.1 DTS + 48/24 2-ch LPCM + 48/24 2-ch FLAC | Scans
12 X 200 MB + 1 X 62,8 MB | 5 X 200 MB + 142,8 MB | 1 X 17,1 MB | RS | 3% recovery
Genre: Rock & Roll, Roots Rock, Blues Rock | Label: Shout!Factory/DTS Entertainment

In 2002, the original lineup of the Blasters -- vocalist and guitarist Phil Alvin, guitarist Dave Alvin, drummer Bill Bateman, and bassist John Bazz -- reunited to play a few shows to celebrate the release of a retrospective compilation of their recordings for Slash Records. In the grand tradition of giving the public what they want, a year after the original set of five shows had come and gone the reunited Blasters were still playing gigs for their loyal fans, and when Dave Alvin decided to pull the plug on the reunion in August of 2003, he did so in style with a special gig featuring a handful of special guests -- Chicago blues harp master Billy Boy Arnold, rockabilly legend Sonny Burgess, and members of two classic L.A. doo wop groups, the Calvanes and the Medallions.
Posted By : wustenratte | Date : 26 Jul 2010 09:48:44 | Comments : 33

Pink Floyd: Wish You Were Here (35th Anniversary 2010 Surround Sound Hub Remaster)
DVD-A ISO + DTS CD | 16:9 NTSC Slides Region 0 | 96/24 4.0 MLP + 4.0 DTS
13 x 200 MB + 1 X 117,3 MB| 3 X 200 MB + 1 X 92,3 | RS | 3% recovery
Genre: Progressive Rock | Unofficial Fan Release (bootleg) | Source: Q8 | Source Label: Harvest/EMI

Pink Floyd followed the commercial breakthrough of Dark Side of the Moon with Wish You Were Here, a loose concept album about and dedicated to their founding member Syd Barrett. The record unfolds gradually, as the jazzy textures of "Shine on You Crazy Diamond" reveal its melodic motif, and in its leisurely pace, the album shows itself to be a warmer record than its predecessor. Musically, it's arguably even more impressive, showcasing the group's interplay and David Gilmour's solos in particular. And while it's short on actual songs, the long, winding soundscapes are constantly enthralling. AMG Review by Stephen Thomas Erlewine
Posted By : wustenratte | Date : 19 Jul 2010 16:23:46 | Comments : 8

Chubby Carrier And The Bayou Swamp Band: Who Stole The Hot Sauce? (1996)
EAC rip (Secure Mode) | FLAC + LOG + CUE | Complete Scans | 318,1 MB + 27,1 MB | RS + SM | 3% recovery
Label: Blind Pig BPCD 5032 | Genre: Zydeco, Cajun

This CD is phenomenal! The zydeco rhythms and melodies make you want to dance all night. This band's music allows you to forget about any troubles you may have and allows you to relax and have fun.
Posted By : wustenratte | Date : 13 Jul 2010 09:31:23 | Comments : 4

Cookin' with Queen Ida And Her Zydeco Band ft. Myrick "Freeze" Guillory (1989)
EAC rip (Secure Mode) | FLAC + LOG + CUE | Scans | 255,8 MB + 20,8 MB | RS | 3% recovery
Label: GNP Crescendo Records GNPD-2197 | Genre: Zydeco, Cajun

Amazon.com essential recording: If Clifton Chenier is the King of Zydeco, the Queen Ida is surely its Queen. Although she was born in Louisiana, Ida Guillory has been the reigning zydeco player on the west coast thanks to the fact that she moved to San Francisco as a teenager. Although she didn't seriously take up the accordion until middle age, Ida's star rose quickly, partly due to the fact that she is the only woman performer in what up until her appearance was a genre dominated by men. Recorded in 1989, this is her finest album, showing off her aggressive, fun-loving approach to what she lovingly refers to as "Chanky Chank" music. Blessed with a strong voice which she shows off in tunes like "C'est moi," Ida's bluesy brand of zydeco is unique. --Robert Baird @ amazon
Posted By : wustenratte | Date : 12 Jul 2010 05:59:21 | Comments : 3

Steel Pulse: Rastanthology (1996)
EAC rip (Secure) | FLAC + LOG + CUE | Scans | 546,1 MB + 37,8 MB | RS | 3% recovery
Label: Wise Man Doctrine WMDMCD3 | Genre: Reggae

1996 Compilation released on Steel Pulse's own label, covering the Island, Elektra & MCA Years (includes one non-album track)
Posted By : wustenratte | Date : 10 Jul 2010 08:03:43 | Comments : 3

Steel Pulse: Smash Hits (1993)
EAC rip (Secure) | FLACs + LOG + CUE | Complete Scans | 473,6 MB + 20,4 MB | RS | 3% recovery
Label: Elektra 9 61392-2 | Genre: Reggae

1993 Elektra Compilation, repackaged as Greatest Hits in 2007, containing tracks from the albums "True Democracy", " Earth Crisis" & "Babylon The Bandit"
Posted By : wustenratte | Date : 08 Jul 2010 16:15:32 | Comments : 6

Steel Pulse: Brown Eyed Girl CD Single (1996)
EAC rip (Secure) | FLAC + LOG + CUE | Scans | 170,9 MB + 12,1 MB | RS | 3% recovery
Label: Wise Man Doctrine/Ultrapop/Edel LC 6254 | Genre: Reggae/Pop
CD Single containing 5 remixes of "Brown Eyed Girl"
Posted By : wustenratte | Date : 08 Jul 2010 15:48:35 | Comments : 3

Steel Pulse: Bootstraps/Back To My Roots CD5 Maxi Single (1994)
EAC rip (Secure) | FLAC + LOG + CUE | Scans | 189,5 MB + 13,8 MB | RS | 3% recovery
Label: MCA MCADM-54900 | Genre: Reggae
Remixes from the 1994 Album "Vex"

Posted By : wustenratte | Date : 08 Jul 2010 08:27:29 | Comments : 9

James "Blood" Ulmer: In And Out (2009)
EAC rip (Secure Mode) | FLAC + LOG + CUE | Scans | 332,4 MB + 31,2 MB | RS | 3% recovery
Label: In + Out Records IOR CD 77100-2 | Genre: Blues/Jazz/Avant-Garde/Free Funk

This new release by James "Blood" Ulmer is a continuation of the direction he's been on with his last several releases (and even back to his fine albums in the 80's),except his fine solo release,which took a left turn into deep blues/spiritual material. Along with Ulmer-guitar,flute and vocals,the trio heard here consists of Mark Peterson-electric and acoustic bass,and Aubrey Dayle-drums. All the songs were written by James Ulmer,and the album was recorded in Germany,in 2008. Why we're getting to hear these tracks only now is a mystery-but better late than never,especially for someone like Ulmer,who records sparingly.
Posted By : wustenratte | Date : 08 Jul 2010 06:56:24 | Comments : 5

James "Blood" Ulmer: Live At The Bayerischer Hof (1994)
DTS CD (UPMIX) cue + dts wav | Scans | 561,3 MB + 10 MB | RS | 3% recovery
Label: In + Out Records (IOR 77018-2)| Genre: Blues/Jazz/Avant-Garde/Free Funk

The 21st album from Ulmer, who was working here with new arrangements of material, a new lineup for the Blues Experience (with bassist Amin Ali returning and drummer Aubrey Dayle replacing Grant Calvin Weston) and a brand-new 24-bit digital recording system based around a Mac Quadra hard disc recording system. Engineer Winnie Leyh's live mix to two-track is outstanding, and the performances are very fine indeed. Ulmer's vocal style is engagingly rough and heartfelt, pure blues all the way; this provides an effective contrast to his convoluted guitar work (and the band's support). Ulmer's guitar work is outstanding, transcending the blues label and heading for the outer territories of jazz at quite a rate of knots. AMG Review by Steven McDonald
Posted By : wustenratte | Date : 08 Jul 2010 06:43:26 | Comments : 3

Steel Pulse: Vex (1994)
EAC rip (Secure) | FLAC + LOG + CUE | Scans | 413,5 MB + 14,9 MB | RS | 3% recovery
Label: MCA MCD11114 | Genre: Reggae

If you like Steel Pulse, you will love VEX. The cuts are a combination of "roots" and a more modern sound. That is, the songs often incorperate elements of rap and dancehall genres with their signature "roots" sound. Truly a rewarding music from one of the best bands in the world!
Posted By : wustenratte | Date : 07 Jul 2010 20:20:00 | Comments : 3

Steel Pulse: Victims (1991)
EAC rip (Secure) | FLAC + LOG + CUE | Scans | 418,3 MB + 10,5 MB | RS | 3% recovery
Label: MCAD-10172 | Genre: Reggae

Underrated 2nd MCA Studio Album. Including such highlights as "Free the Land," the humorous yet pointed "Taxi Driver" the hard-hitting "Gang Warfare" and "Stay With The Rhythm". Includes 4 bonus tracks
Posted By : wustenratte | Date : 29 Jun 2010 08:21:38 | Comments : 2

Steel Pulse: State of Emergency (1988)
EAC rip (Secure) | FLAC + LOG + CUE | Scans | 313,2 MB + 16,4 MB | RS | 3% recovery
Label: MCA 255 620-2 (MCAD-42192) | Genre: Reggae

The synth-happy production on State of Emergency overwhelms the songs at times, but there are some standouts, such as the guitar leads in "Steal a Kiss," and the melody and rhythms of "Said You Was Angel." ~ Victor W. Valdivia
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Posted By : wustenratte | Date : 25 Jun 2010 07:10:19 | Comments : 4

Various Artists: Reggae Sunsplash '81 (A Tribute To Bob Marley) (1982)
EAC rip (Secure) | FLAC + LOG + CUE | Complete Scans | 395,8 MB + 12,8 MB | RS | 3% recovery
Label: Elektra 9 60035-2 | Genre: Reggae

For those who love vintage reggae, it just doesn't get much better. This cd also provides some nice Jamaican flavor and shows how recordings of live performances can have so much more soul than studio versions. An outstanding farewell to the master.
Posted By : wustenratte | Date : 24 Jun 2010 15:52:40 | Comments : 11

The 52nd Street Blues Project: Blues & Grass (2004)
96/24 FLAC (2 & 4ch) + 96/24 2ch LPCM DVD + 44/24 4ch DTS CD | Scans
964,1 MB + 1,98 GB + 1,51 GB + 446,5 MB + 14,4 MB| RS | 3% recovery
Label: Chesky Records SACD286 | Genre: Blues

James Blood Ulmer has been on a something of a roll since the late '90s, after reuniting with longtime cohort Charlie Burnham and delving into the blues. The two Vernon Reid-produced blues albums were among the best of his career, with Ulmer adding his harmolodic shadings to classics from the blues canon. The 52nd Street Blues Project is a stripped-down offshoot of those albums, but they operate as a band instead of simply supporting Ulmer. Along with Ulmer and Burnham are Blood's rhythm section -- Aubrey Dayle (drums) and Mark Peterson (bass) -- and vocalist Queen Esther, all veterans of Blood's blues albums.