A tribute to veteran Japanese composer, pianist, singer, and producer Ryuichi Sakamoto is out tonight. To The Moon And Back features Thundercat’s already released take on “Thousand Knives,” the title track from Sakamoto’s 1978 solo debut. Likewise, earlier in November Electric Youth shared a remodel of “Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence,” which was Sakamoto’s theme to the 1983 film starring David Bowie. A number of prominent artists also share their own renditions of some of Ryuichi Sakamoto’s music. Contributors include Devonté Hynes, Fennesz, David Sylvian, Cornelius, and the Cinematic Orchestra.
The new transfer of Dave Brubeck’s “Time Out” to high-rate DSD by High Definition Tape Transfers is remarkably more transparent than other versions I have - including an SACD version as well as the high res versions in streaming services. You’d think that tape is worn out to a pulp, but that’s not the case.
The new remastering of this historic, landmark recording of Wagner’s Ring cycle sounds terrific in 24/192 on Qobuz. Astonishing SQ considering the masters are now some 65 years old! Decca has even created a special website for the release - https://www.soltiring.com/
I’ve recently been introduced to Porcupine Tree and am absolutely loving them; a perfect sweet-spot mix of Rush, Marillion & Pink Floyd. Have just made my first Qobuz download purchase as this is a great intro. to the group.
Many thanks Graham. This is great and I’ll check out their other albums. It very like a less-heavy Nightwish, which you may already have heard. On their Best Of album there are 2 interesting covers: Walking In The Air and Over The Hills And Far Away
