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Jennifer Warnes 20th Anniversary Fam Blue Raincoat

Has anyone gotten their hands on the digitally remastered copy of Jennifer Warnes Famous Blue Raincoat yet? I know it was released Aug 7th. If so, how does it compare to the original cd or vinyl LP? I've heard rumours (I thought I read it on audiogon..but not sure) that there are plans to release this 20th Anniversary edition on vinyl as well. Can anyone confirm this?

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I'll probably check out the new re-master because I'm a fan. However, I'd be surprised if it sounds better than my Private Music gold cd or my German Zounds "Best of" compilation cd.
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Has anyone heard the Anniversary re-master yet? If so, what's the diagnosis?
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Mick,
This seems to be the case with a lot of remasters I've heard. The sound is "cleaned up" and some of the warmth or body is removed and gives the impression of brightness. Very unfortunate situation. I think I'll pass on this one and continue to listen to my gold Private Music CD. Such a great album, you'd think someone would want to "improve" the sound.
That bright edginess is like fingernails on a blackboard to me.
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