Hidden Audiophile Classics


Just about every audiophile has a few "hidden" classics - you know those great sounding recordings that never seem to appear on any super disc or recommended recordings list published in the high end audio press. Well there's no need for them to remain a secret - so how about sharing some of them with your fellow 'philes out here. My first contribution to the this thread is Lyle Lovett's "Step Inside This House" a great sounding 2 CD set from back in 1998 which while well reviewed, never recieved any praises for it's truly excellent sound. A studio recording of Lovett and his "small" band covering other songwriters tunes, the recording sounds like it was done "live" in the studio. The playing is tight and the personel remains fairly constant throughout - which is always a good sign. What are some of your "hidden" gems??
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Sincerely, Conte Candoli, 10 inch Bethlehem BCP-1016 (Most dynamic trumpet I've heard on LP)
If you like easy listening and female vocals try an old (and maybe the only)Jennifer Warnes CD, "The Hunter". One my my favorites.
I am a part-time musician/singer (classical) and I go for the quality of the performance only. My audiophile interest comes from wanting those great performances to sound as good as possible.
A Shout Towards Noon by Leo Kottke. Mellow, rich and vibrant. Kottke's 12 string guitar sounds like it is in the room with you. Thanks again Ralphp_nj