Jacynthia titled "Here's to Ben". A tribute to Ben Webster. While not the greatest singer, this album is the best recording I have ever heard. The vinyl is the best I have ever seen. The record is heavy and it is flat. The silent passages are totally silent without a hint of surface noise. The dynamics are incredible. The back up band is very good. The bonus 45 rpm is even more awesome. I did not know vinyl could be that good. She has another album that I must get a tribute to Johnny Mercer.
Audiogon "RECORDINGS TO DIE FOR" list
I've been listening to some of my favorite recordings this weekend and was wondering what others on Audiogon felt were there favorites. We have all seen the Stereophile "Records to Die For", The Absolute Sounds recommended list, Music Directs' list, The Golden Ear, etc. now I'm hoping to assemble the Audiogon "Recordings To Die For". Please list your five favorite recordings, the ones you listen to over and over or play for friends. I would assume the sonic quality is excellent in that this is an audiophile site. The performance and enjoy ability should also be excellent. Please leave your top five, even if they are already chosen so we can discover the very top for the Audiogon listeners. ALSO PLEASE REFRAIN FROM CRITICIZING OTHERS OPINIONS AND JUST LEAVE YOUR FAVORITES!
August 2002: I have compiled a summary and a full printer-friendly list of all of the recommendations below.
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August 2002: I have compiled a summary and a full printer-friendly list of all of the recommendations below.
click here to view summary