beerandmusic Posted September 19, 2017 Share Posted September 19, 2017 Out of my 512GB music library, I think i have only about 20 songs that are "worthy" of BEER's TOP 100 I will add some a little at a time, but I need help finding TRULY amazing recordings. To qualify for the list, you must state actual recording, not just a song title....example 2012 remaster album x song y My criteria is as follows. A) #1 Priority goes to quality of recording (well mic'd and well recognized as "superb" recording) B) Should have lots of dynamics (highs and lows) with lots of detail, e.g. very musical C) I will entertain no more than a dozen each of rock and pop, and if only truly superb, and should not be left off anyone's list, wanting to focus mostly on jazz. D) I also want a good share of classical, something i haven't previously gotten into, but wish to expand to, and I want the "must haves" E) Will also consider a few unique in their own way recordings F) Remember #1 Priority I will start the list with just 3 of my favorites, and will add up to 20-30 myself and hope the other 70 will eventually come from the userbase. BEER's TOP 100 (in no particular order) ARTIST ALBUM SONG Recording 1. Chet Baker Chet Alone Together 2002 SACD Remaster 2. JAPRS UNK Orfeu Negro UNK DSD 3. Eva Cassidy The Best of Autumn Leaves Although not a superb recording, no list would be complete w/o homage to Eva. 4. Eagles Hell Freezes over Hotel California 24 bit K2 HD Master Link to comment
Charente Posted September 19, 2017 Share Posted September 19, 2017 Live or studio ? Main System: NAS or QOBUZ > BlueSound Node 2i > Schiit Gungnir MultiBit > PYST XLR > Schiit Mjolnir 2 or Gilmore Lite MK2 Office System: iMac > Audirvana > Schiit EITR + Audiophonics LPS25 > Metrum FLINT NOS DAC (DAC TWO chips) > Schiit Magni 3+ > Aeon Flow Open Loudspeaker System: NAIM Muso Gen 2 Link to comment
beerandmusic Posted September 19, 2017 Author Share Posted September 19, 2017 1 hour ago, Charente said: Live or studio ? any that is readily available. I tend to prefer studio (mainly because i don't like the hosting and applause between songs), but I am sure I will make a few exceptions for the list...e.g. I will likely include a song from Diana Krall Live in Paris. Link to comment
beerandmusic Posted September 19, 2017 Author Share Posted September 19, 2017 Please share one, if you can provide all 4 fields. Also, adding more criteria: No Rap, Heavy Metal, hard rock (pink floyd, doors, many are cool, just no head-banger), disco, soul. I generally prefer female voices, but some male voices I enjoy.... a good Muddy Waters and Hendrix recording suggestion would be appreciated. Adding Artist Song Album Recording Bliss Wish you were here Quiet Letters Original Link to comment
Charente Posted September 19, 2017 Share Posted September 19, 2017 I believe, since you focus on jazz, Chick Corea should be included, so, a difficult choice ... but for a live, eclectic performance, well recorded IMO, this goes a long way... Artist: Chick Corea Trio Track: Spain Album: Trilogy Recording: Live Year: 2013 EDIT: You could choose other tracks on this album, e.g. Blue Monk is also good. Main System: NAS or QOBUZ > BlueSound Node 2i > Schiit Gungnir MultiBit > PYST XLR > Schiit Mjolnir 2 or Gilmore Lite MK2 Office System: iMac > Audirvana > Schiit EITR + Audiophonics LPS25 > Metrum FLINT NOS DAC (DAC TWO chips) > Schiit Magni 3+ > Aeon Flow Open Loudspeaker System: NAIM Muso Gen 2 Link to comment
wwaldmanfan Posted September 19, 2017 Share Posted September 19, 2017 This https://youtu.be/4gEc5Pq50xo "Revalator" Gillian Welch Live At St. Lukes, London 2004 BBC Four DVD 24/48 LPCM rip Link to comment
beerandmusic Posted September 19, 2017 Author Share Posted September 19, 2017 4 minutes ago, wwaldmanfan said: This https://youtu.be/4gEc5Pq50xo "Revalator" Gillian Welch Live At St. Lukes, London 2004 BBC Sessions DVD 24/48 LPCM Thanks for the suggestion. I love the acoustics. I am pretty picky on vocals, and not sure I am in love with her voice, but when they harmonize, it works....the acoustic guitars definitely make it a contender though. Link to comment
beerandmusic Posted September 19, 2017 Author Share Posted September 19, 2017 1 hour ago, Charente said: I believe, since you focus on jazz, Chick Corea should be included, so, a difficult choice ... but for a live, eclectic performance, well recorded IMO, this goes a long way... Artist: Chick Corea Trio Track: Spain Album: Trilogy Recording: Live Year: 2013 EDIT: You could choose other tracks on this album, e.g. Blue Monk is also good. Not a big fan of Chick....great ability, but most of his stuff is progressive which i don't tend to care for....keep trying though. Link to comment
beerandmusic Posted September 19, 2017 Author Share Posted September 19, 2017 ^^^ Thinking of acoustic guitar, i know i need to include this one (one of first songs i heard in dsd, from free website demo'ing dsd). David Elias Rodeo on Ridge I don't know if it was available on album...I downloaded on freedsd site. Link to comment
beerandmusic Posted September 19, 2017 Author Share Posted September 19, 2017 And just to mix it up, so you know I am not all about jazz... Jimi Hendrix All along the watchtower Are you experienced The best of 1997 sphinxsix 1 Link to comment
sedest Posted September 19, 2017 Share Posted September 19, 2017 53 minutes ago, beerandmusic said: ^^^ Thinking of acoustic guitar, i know i need to include this one (one of first songs i heard in dsd, from free website demo'ing dsd). David Elias Rodeo on Ridge I don't know if it was available on album...I downloaded on freedsd site. https://www.discogs.com/David-Elias-Crossing/release/7953949 Link to comment
Melvin Posted September 19, 2017 Share Posted September 19, 2017 "Majesty" on the album "Grit" by Madrugada (2002). Sivert Høyem's voice is achingly beautiful on this song. Not great dynamic range overall (8-9 I believe) but nicely produced. Link to comment
Melvin Posted September 19, 2017 Share Posted September 19, 2017 "Idle Moments" on the album of the same name by Grant Green (1963). Nearly 15 minutes of superb jazz guitar accompanied by a couple of other greats. I have this in DSD and the quality is superb. Link to comment
beerandmusic Posted September 19, 2017 Author Share Posted September 19, 2017 33 minutes ago, sedest said: https://www.discogs.com/David-Elias-Crossing/release/7953949 Ok, thanks..i will ensure to capture that info Link to comment
beerandmusic Posted September 19, 2017 Author Share Posted September 19, 2017 3 minutes ago, Melvin said: "Idle Moments" on the album of the same name by Grant Green (1963). Nearly 15 minutes of superb jazz guitar accompanied by a couple of other greats. thanks! this is my taste... Link to comment
beerandmusic Posted September 19, 2017 Author Share Posted September 19, 2017 24 minutes ago, Melvin said: "Majesty" on the album "Grit" by Madrugada (2002). Sivert Høyem's voice is achingly beautiful on this song. Not great dynamic range overall (8-9 I believe) but nicely produced. I will keep it in mind for contention....vocals similar to cohen, who i also like. Link to comment
beerandmusic Posted September 19, 2017 Author Share Posted September 19, 2017 Leonard Cohen Suzanne Songs of Leonard Cohen 2007 remaster Link to comment
kumakuma Posted September 20, 2017 Share Posted September 20, 2017 Cowboy Junkies Blue Moon Revisited The Trinity Session SACD rip Entire album is recommended Sometimes it's like someone took a knife, baby Edgy and dull and cut a six inch valley Through the middle of my skull Link to comment
kumakuma Posted September 20, 2017 Share Posted September 20, 2017 Neil Young Needle And The Damage Done Solstice380 1 Sometimes it's like someone took a knife, baby Edgy and dull and cut a six inch valley Through the middle of my skull Link to comment
kumakuma Posted September 20, 2017 Share Posted September 20, 2017 Johnny Cash Hurt American IV: The Man Comes Around Needle drop Sometimes it's like someone took a knife, baby Edgy and dull and cut a six inch valley Through the middle of my skull Link to comment
beerandmusic Posted September 20, 2017 Author Share Posted September 20, 2017 1 minute ago, kumakuma said: Johnny Cash Hurt American IV: The Man Comes Around Needle drop ABSOLUTELY MAKE MY LIST!! I remember first time i saw it....fell in love with it....what a classic to end his career! Link to comment
beerandmusic Posted September 20, 2017 Author Share Posted September 20, 2017 6 minutes ago, kumakuma said: Neil Young Needle And The Damage Done Neil also will absolutely make the list...he has so many good songs, will tough decide on one or two...on a small 100 list, don't want more than 2 of any artist. Link to comment
kumakuma Posted September 20, 2017 Share Posted September 20, 2017 Wayfaring Stranger The New Appalachians From The Mountaintop Chesky Binaural+ download Sometimes it's like someone took a knife, baby Edgy and dull and cut a six inch valley Through the middle of my skull Link to comment
kumakuma Posted September 20, 2017 Share Posted September 20, 2017 Melissa Menago Little Crimes Little Crimes Chesky Binaural+ download Sometimes it's like someone took a knife, baby Edgy and dull and cut a six inch valley Through the middle of my skull Link to comment
kumakuma Posted September 20, 2017 Share Posted September 20, 2017 Jimmy Scott Unchained Melody Live in Japan CD Sometimes it's like someone took a knife, baby Edgy and dull and cut a six inch valley Through the middle of my skull Link to comment
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