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 "Upgoer champions the Floyd’s penchant for controlled chaos in the style of Saucerful Of Secrets."

 "Hedersleben stands out as one of the most successful attempts at rationalizing something that doesn’t always have a recognizable form."

Hedersleben's album Upgoer is a carefully crafted space rock record blending psychedelic elements from Pink Floyd and Hawkwind. It balances free-form improvisation with structured composition, avoiding full progressive or ambient extremes. The review highlights its position amid space and krautrock traditions and praises it as a successful modern psychedelic effort. Fans of experimental but melodic space rock will find it rewarding. Dive into Hedersleben's Upgoer for a cosmic psychedelic experience blending space rock legends and fresh modern sounds.

 This Tull box immediately stands out as one of the truly unmissable releases, being composed almost entirely of unreleased material.

 Almost all the tracks...make one jump in their seat and exclaim, but wouldn’t it have been better to include this one instead of that one?

The '20 Years Of Jethro Tull' box set is a landmark collection filled with rare unreleased tracks, live recordings, and demos. It highlights the band's prolific creativity during their golden era. The quality of leftover material rivals official albums, making it indispensable for fans and collectors. This anthology stands out as one of rock's best and most generous box sets. Discover the hidden treasures of Jethro Tull’s golden era and dive into their definitive 20 Years collection today!

 I have discovered a great figure in choral music, whom I read is considered a worthy precursor to the great Bach and a true German national glory.

 The boldness and depth of Schütz’s scores stand out clearly against the dramatic stasis of Lasso.

The reviewer praises Heinrich Schütz’s Cantiones Sacrae 1625 as a profound and bold work in early Baroque sacred choral music. Schütz is recognized as a worthy predecessor to Bach and a national German treasure. The comparison with Orlando di Lasso highlights Schütz's sophisticated counterpoint and use of major keys. The recording by Dresden Kreuzchor from 1963 is acclaimed for its faithful and vivid interpretation. Explore Heinrich Schütz’s Cantiones Sacrae 1625 and experience a cornerstone of early Baroque choral music.

 Mystery Girl is the beautiful gift that Roy just managed to leave us in time.

 Roy Orbison’s old-fashioned music is dressed in modern and convincing sounds, the voice is intact, and the dark charm is all there.

Mystery Girl marks Roy Orbison's powerful late-career comeback, blending his iconic voice with modern production by Jeff Lynne. The album captures both nostalgia and timeless music quality. Sadly released shortly before Orbison's death, it celebrates his enduring legacy shaped by personal tragedy and musical genius. Listen to Mystery Girl and experience Roy Orbison’s timeless voice and heartfelt comeback.

 Chic represents the worthy and serious side of disco music.

 If there is one band capable of reconciling you with disco music, it’s them.

This review praises Chic's greatest hits album as a sophisticated and timeless example of disco music. It highlights the band's musical craftsmanship, especially the innovative bass lines and rhythm guitar. Chic is credited with elevating disco beyond mere dance music into a refined art form. The review also emphasizes Nile Rodgers' and Bernard Edwards' lasting impact on music, noting their influence on later genres. Despite minor track omissions, the album is highly recommended for those wanting to reconnect with the true spirit of disco. Listen now to Chic’s greatest hits and experience the timeless groove of true disco mastery!

 Bella Band is still a record you must not miss if the genre appeals to you even slightly, because such music will probably no longer be made in Italy.

 A distinguished album, balancing between Mahavishnu and Billy Cobham but with good Mediterranean taste.

Bella Band's sole 1978 album on Cramps Records blends jazz-rock with avant-garde influences from notable Italian bands. The album features skilled musicianship and Mediterranean flair. While limited in commercial growth, it remains a distinguished and collectible record. It appeals to fans of fusion and progressive Italian music of the 1970s. Discover Bella Band's unique 1978 fusion sound—listen to this rare Italian jazz-rock gem today!

 ‘Live in Paris’ is one of the few records that when listened to, make you jump in your seat and verify the recording date multiple times.

 With that enchanted vibraphone, he could play Bach like the Modern Jazz Quartet would later do, yet his band isn’t in tuxedos, and the audience isn’t sitting quietly listening; they’re making noise like at concerts of Kim Fowley or Liberace.

Lionel Hampton's Live In Paris album from 1956 is a rare and energetic jazz recording capturing the vibrant spirit of the era. Recorded at the iconic Olympia in Paris, this album showcases Hampton's powerful vibraphone led band with a rock-and-roll-like energy. Though never widely reissued, it remains a gem for serious jazz enthusiasts. The performance highlights the lively crossover of jazz with emerging global music trends of the time. Listen to this rare 1956 jazz classic and experience Lionel Hampton’s unforgettable live energy!

 Ralf Hutter has decided to bring on stage arranged and modified versions of Kraftwerk’s songs, much closer to the live spirit of any 'normal' band.

 This '3-D' has the flavor of those live albums that offered new versions of an artist’s classics, and not the mere pedantic reproduction of studio albums.

Kraftwerk’s 3-D live album captures re-imagined versions of their historic catalog with fresh arrangements and remarkable sound quality. Unlike past shows focused heavily on visuals, this release highlights new musical interpretations and live energy. Although not a new studio album, it provides fans with an exciting alternative to previous live recordings. The comprehensive box set documents global performances from recent years, making it a valuable addition for enthusiasts. Explore Kraftwerk’s 3-D live album to experience their classics like never before — listen to new arrangements and rich live sound today!