I think, for the most part, the bonus tracks do more harm than good. I do not stay away, but find myself scratching my head when I hear these "tag-on" tracks. Amending masterful artwork or books is not something we accept so why do we modify music?
Reissue recordings with added tracks
I was curious what folks think about added tracks on reissue recordings.Most artists and/or producers go to great lengths to get the "flow" of the recording just right.Imagine,if you will,you've been listening to DSOTM and are really in the "zone".The closing notes are fading out then,BAM,you're hit with some outtake or other nonsense.IMHO,this would ruin the listening experience.I know why record companies do this and I know I don't have to buy the recordings,that's not the point of my post. I just want to hear other opinions on the artistic side of the equation.Let the debate begin!!!