HDCD: What do you like?

You might discover that you have more HDCD's than you think, many CD's are marketed without the HDCD logo even though they incorporate the technology. While investigating this technolgoy is a very worth while endeavor, I would caution you from putting too much emphisis on this aspect alone.

All of the Roxy Music and Bryan Ferry solo albums were remastered in HDCD and sound fantastic, better than the vinyl. Try "For Your Pleasure".

Joni Mitchell's catalog up through "Mingus" sounds fantastic in HDCD. For demo purposes (not to mention musical delight), try "Don Juan's Reckless Daughter" which features stunning Jaco Pastorius bass sonics.

John Hammond's "Wicked Grin" is a rocking, bluesy collection of Tom Waits songs, produced by Waits. It's HDCD and sounds fantastic.

Natalie Merchant's "Tigerlilly" is an excellent HDCD recording and the performance to match. Clapton's "Reptile" is one of the best HDCD recordings that I have heard. Delbert McClinton's last few recordings have been HDCD as well, I have "One of the Fortunate Few" is the one that I have, it is excellent.

Another recent release is Spock's Beard's "Snow". I didn't realize it was HDCD until noting the superior depth and presence and checking out the back of the jewel case.

The prog rock concept-double CD release may not appeal to everyone, but Gabriel-era Genesis and Beard faithful will enjoy.

Tool's "Lateralus"