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From the book included in the bumper box set:
“A band arrangement had been prepared earlier [than the a cappella vocal on the box] where Sandy had obviously envisioned editing the lyrics into a shorter version, but no vocal was recorded on those sessions…”
So in other words these deluxe editions will feature tracks not included on the 17 disc box set of just about everything Sandy ever breathed on that was supposed to be the last word for Sandy fans and that came out a few scant months ago? Brilliant. I don't feel in the least bit manipulated.  Jules |
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« Reply #21 on: April 30, 2011, 03:11:58 PM » |
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From the book included in the bumper box set:
“A band arrangement had been prepared earlier [than the a cappella vocal on the box] where Sandy had obviously envisioned editing the lyrics into a shorter version, but no vocal was recorded on those sessions…”
So in other words these deluxe editions will feature tracks not included on the 17 disc box set of just about everything Sandy ever breathed on that was supposed to be the last word for Sandy fans and that came out a few scant months ago? Brilliant. I don't feel in the least bit manipulated. Jules    |
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« Reply #22 on: April 30, 2011, 05:10:39 PM » |
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From the book included in the bumper box set:
“A band arrangement had been prepared earlier [than the a cappella vocal on the box] where Sandy had obviously envisioned editing the lyrics into a shorter version, but no vocal was recorded on those sessions…”
So in other words these deluxe editions will feature tracks not included on the 17 disc box set of just about everything Sandy ever breathed on that was supposed to be the last word for Sandy fans and that came out a few scant months ago? Brilliant. I don't feel in the least bit manipulated. Jules When record companies do this I am not surprised that individuals go off to some unauthorised download site. And then the companies wonder why! |
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« Reply #23 on: April 30, 2011, 07:36:39 PM » |
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When record companies do this I am not surprised that individuals go off to some unauthorised download site. And then the companies wonder why!
Amen to that. I know the music industry is having its last-gasp attempt to make as much money from CDs as possible, but this crazy escalation of deluxe editions and box sets is getting seriously out of hand. Even the most fervent fan is going to quit trying to keep up before long. And then it really will be all over. Jules |
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« Reply #24 on: May 01, 2011, 11:32:14 AM » |
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Well, I know they're milking us, but in this case I'll suffer it -I opted out on the box because of the packaging issues, and I only have old LP and ancient, first CD edition of NSG. This has got to sound better, right?
Depends on how well they have done the "remastering". It might just mean compressed so it sounds louder/better(?) in the car. I know what you mean. Actually, I've always felt NSG to be a bit of a flawed masterpiece - low production values, dodgy takes of some tracks - 'Down in the Flood' etc. Should it be cleaned up for clarity? Or would that detract from its charm? |
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« Reply #25 on: May 01, 2011, 11:37:28 AM » |
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I know what you mean. Actually, I've always felt NSG to be a bit of a flawed masterpiece - low production values, dodgy takes of some tracks - 'Down in the Flood' etc. Should it be cleaned up for clarity? Or would that detract from its charm?
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« Reply #26 on: May 01, 2011, 03:01:14 PM » |
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A big 'no' to this one. The 2005 remaster is to these ears, definitive. I've paid for the LP in the 80s, for the early 90s CD, and for the remaster, that's enough. To release it once more 6 years later: not with dosh from my wallet.
The same with that ridiculous Universal 2CD rerelease of the splendidly remastered, definitive 2002 Liege & Lief. The original late 80s CD was a shoddy affair and the 2002 remaster finally put things right; there was a definite need for that one. How much righter can you put it. I used to be a completist, and am still as far as original material is concerned, but for myself I've drawn the line when it smells exploitation all over.
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« Reply #28 on: May 24, 2011, 06:22:27 PM » |
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« Reply #29 on: June 09, 2011, 07:02:35 PM » |
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The deluxe editions are a reasonable price to try and hook a potential new fan into an addict. Start off with an eleven quid double album and then work up to the £1500 box set
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« Reply #30 on: June 10, 2011, 08:54:55 AM » |
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Just so I'm clear - is there anything on the Grassman deluxe edition that has not been previously released on any of the box sets?
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« Reply #31 on: June 10, 2011, 10:15:22 AM » |
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Just so I'm clear - is there anything on the Grassman deluxe edition that has not been previously released on any of the box sets?
Jules
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« Reply #32 on: June 10, 2011, 10:58:06 AM » |
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Just so I'm clear - is there anything on the Grassman deluxe edition that has not been previously released on any of the box sets?
Jules
Yes. The instrumental track for 'Lord Bateman' (without vocal). Thanks. I can live without that one, I think. Jules |
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« Reply #33 on: June 10, 2011, 12:25:21 PM » |
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Just so I'm clear - is there anything on the Grassman deluxe edition that has not been previously released on any of the box sets?
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Yes. The instrumental track for 'Lord Bateman' (without vocal). what about the track which is the sound of someone scraping the bottom of a barrell? |
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« Reply #34 on: June 10, 2011, 01:16:44 PM » |
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Just so I'm clear - is there anything on the Grassman deluxe edition that has not been previously released on any of the box sets?
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Yes. The instrumental track for 'Lord Bateman' (without vocal). what about the track which is the sound of someone scraping the bottom of a barrell? I've got loads of albums with that track on! |
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« Reply #35 on: June 10, 2011, 03:55:29 PM » |
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Just so I'm clear - is there anything on the Grassman deluxe edition that has not been previously released on any of the box sets?
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Yes. The instrumental track for 'Lord Bateman' (without vocal). what about the track which is the sound of someone scraping the bottom of a barrell? I've got loads of albums with that track on! LOL! Thanks for that - after the last couple of days I had I needed a laugh - that did the trick! |
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« Reply #36 on: June 10, 2011, 04:00:04 PM » |
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what about the track which is the sound of someone scraping the bottom of a barrell?
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« Reply #37 on: June 10, 2011, 05:10:33 PM » |
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« Reply #38 on: June 16, 2011, 10:14:42 PM » |
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Took delivery today. I can't believe I've never owned a copy of this lovely record in any form, although feeling slightly smug having resisted any previous CD issues. Its a wonderful thing, with a nice booklet and some fab photo's. Really chuffed !  Now listening to disc two... |
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« Reply #39 on: June 16, 2011, 11:57:36 PM » |
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"Mother's Lament" from Disraeli Gears? Love it! Me too! Regular in the setlist! |
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