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August 8, 2006
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I agree with Tom - skip the first track and enjoy the rest. There are a couple of other tracks that sound "vintage" but the modern recordings range from more than adequate for SACD to top drawer.
One standout is Allison Krauss singing the hymn "Down to the River to Pray."
While I was a bit ... more |
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August 3, 2006
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The right word for this album is "lovable."
The selection of songs is classic. The personalities are enduring. The music just flows like a old friend sharing a nice glass of wine.
Sonically, a touch of tape hiss and otherwise not up to the most modern DSD-direct recording, but overall much better ... more |
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August 3, 2006
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I don't give out 5 stars very often, but this one deserves it both for content and sonics. While Krause has that star quality, the men in Union Station more than hold their own and at least equal her contributions.
Some of Krause's songs are suprisingly forthright about sexuality I thought - not in ... more |
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July 31, 2006
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Very entertaining and pleasant but I have two negatives:
First, there is some low frequency noise, probably from the wind on the microphone, that comes across very loudly on my earphones (AKG K701s). Haven't heard it yet on speakers but perhaps a low frequency filter might be in order. I'm knocking ... more |
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July 19, 2006
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I've seven or so of the Dylan SACD reissues. This one is fun and a bit lighthearted, in toto, than most of the others. Still great Dylan. Wish the backup band were stronger although that might have been an artistic decision.
As to sound, it is pretty good, at least in stereo SACD and CD. I don't ... more |
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