Extended Versions (Live) - Tesla

Advantages: All the classics from their early years are featured
Disadvantages: Only covers 1979-1988, the 3 omitted singles could have been included instead of the two dodgy extended 12" mixes which take up almost 15 minutes between them

...be not only be more prominent but also completely real, and very crisp-sounding. That immaculate snare drum thwack would almost overshadow their next album, The Pacific Age. The 12" version of We Love You (the album's second single, though not a hit) stands as the apex/nadir of this approach. Needless to say, it has dated quite horribly. Forever Live & Die, on the other hand, is such a gorgeous song - Souvenir, part three to all intents and purposes - that it survives wholly intact. The escalating harmonies on its "I never know, I never know, I never know why..." chorus still sound wonderful. If all the elements of OMD's sound, from every point in their career, were fed into a computer, the end result would doubtless sound a lot like Forever Live & Die. It has all their hallmarks, pumped up with mid-80s studio production values. A customary brand... Read review

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Advantages: A well rounded recording including live tracks
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...This special edition of Dire Straits tracks provides a good all round representation of their best music. It will be a favourite for any DS fan, including me. Previously I had owned a cassette with a Sultans of Swing recording, but found the CD version a little different in sound quality. This may be due the digital recording. However, it remains a classic. The beauty of this CD package is the 2nd CD that consists of live recordings. These reveal the talent of DS when playing well known tracks to a live audience. Capturing the essence of the recorded music, but extending the length of play and adapting to the audience. A sheer delight to listen to.... Read review

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Advantages: Muse at their best, almost all their great hits, 'Best live band' Captured perfectly
Disadvantages: The need to buy the cd to recieve the dvd.

...Capturing the Wembley atmosphere essence perfectly this dvd is a fantastic follow up to their previous award winning hullaballoo. Countless cameras allow the viewer to feel as if they were at the concert, ontop of this we see Matt playing some of Muses' most famous songs, including extended versions additional solos and a great set up. The Cd is also amazing, for either a first muse album or to add to your collection of them all, it offers some of the best tracks seen throughout their career whic, if you dont want to go buying all their cds, makes it alot easier for you to enjoy their best work. Or for the avid fan it features never heard before extras and sonic exetrmities! Pure ear pleasure delivered on on perfectly flowing cd.... Read review

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