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JazzTimes Reviews The Bowie Variations
Colin Fleming gives an insightful review to Mike Garson’s latest RR release The Bowie Variations in the January/February 2012 edition of JazzTimes! From JazzTimes: “Having immersed yourself in an album that purports to be an extension on assorted musical themes by rock composer David Bowie, you might be surprised to find yourself not thinking about Bowie at all. Albums of this nature sometimes function as glorified tributes, adding a dollop of original artistry to go…
Coming Soon to LP…
“The recording is once again absolutely stunning, brilliant and plushy at the same time, unequaled by another label in this piece.” –Peter Aczel, THE AUDIO CRITIC “Overall,the sound is the best I’ve ever heard from Reference Recordings. That also means that overall there’s none better that you can currrently purchase. You don’t need any more details, just trust me and run out and buy it.” – Karl Lozier, www.enjoythemusic.com Selected by SoundStage!.com as one of…
Mastercuts Review
Musicangle.com has a thorough review of the Reference Mastercut Series release Stravinsky: The Firebird Suite/The Song of the Nightingale, and considering we are just a few days away from the third Mastercuts Series release, we think it’s a great time to share what people think of the first one! “Reference Recordings Returns to Vinyl With a Bang!”by Michael Fremer of musicangle.com “With the advent of high resolution digital downloads and USB DACs, Reference was able…
Announcing RR Radio!
Introducing – RR Radio! We are excited to announce a new avenue for you to listen to Reference Recordings Music — RR Radio via SoundCloud! Where to listen: RR Radio on FacebookRR Radio on the Blog (Look to your left)RR Radio on SoundCloud! RR Radio will feature one full track from each of our new releases, added after each album is released. RR Radio will also bring you a full track from a featured release…
Top Reference Recordings Moments of 2011
We’re really looking forward to a great 2012, but we can’t completely move on without wrapping up what has been a great 2011 for Reference Recordings! Top Moments of 2011: Britten’s Orchestra Wins the Grammy Award for the Best Surround Sound Album! Category 94Best Surround Sound AlbumFor vocal or instrumental albums. Albums only. BRITTEN’S ORCHESTRAMichael Stern & Kansas City SymphonyKeith O. Johnson, surround mix engineer; Keith O. Johnson, surround mastering engineerDavid Frost, surround producer[Reference Recordings]…
2011 New Release Recap
New Release Recap! As we head into an exciting 2012, let’s take a look at the new releases from 2011! BRAND NEW EYES with Blues Master Doug MacLeod FR-703 MacLeod has been a beacon of unquestionably honest roots-music since the 1970s. On Brand New Eyes, he presents 11 original songs. He is the rare artist who writes and sings songs that are based on his own life and experiences. A 2011 Blues Music Award nominee…
Holiday Sale Reminder and Giveaway!
Christmas is over, and all of your shopping for others is over. But what about you? It’s time to get yourself the gifts you really wanted — MUSIC! Well, we’ve got good news! You still have until NOON (Pacific) on January 2nd to get in on our Holiday Sale where you’ll save 20% off your ENTIRE order when you purchase two or more items! But that’s not the only extra gift we’re giving — to…
Holiday Sale Reminder
Holiday Sale Reminder! You STILL have time to get in on the best Reference Recordings sale of the year! Starting NOW until NOON (PST) on Monday, January 2, 2012 — Order Two or more items and receive a 20% discount on EVERYTHING in our catalog (except already discounted sets). As always…THE MORE YOU ORDER – THE MORE YOU SAVE!!! Visit ReferenceRecordings.com today! LP News!: Our Reference Mastercuts LPs (RM-1502 & RM-2502)…
RR LP News
In January we will be releasing another new Reference Recordings Mastercuts LP — Rachmaninioff! RACHMANINOFF Symphonic DancesÉtudes-Tableaux (orch. Respighi)Vocalise Eiji Oue, ConductorMinnesota Orchestra Grammy® Nominated 2003Category 90– Best Engineered Album – ClassicalKeith O. Johnson, engineer Selected by SoundStage!.com as one of the “Best Recordings of 2001” Chosen by THREE reviewers of The Absolute Sound magazine as one of the best releases of 2001.Sergei Rachmaninoff was one of the most beloved composers of the twentieth century.…
HiFi News Reviews The Bowie Variations
UK’s HiFi News published a review of Mike Garson’s The Bowie Variations in their December issue. “What will either delight or shock Bowie’s hardcore following is the way their hero’s material can sound as if it was composed by Erik Satie…there’s gorgeous sound, an exquisite recording and an intellectual challenge.” – HiFi News Get The Bowie Variations and more for 20% during our Holiday Sale when you buy two or more items! Visit ReferenceRecordings.com today…
HD Tracks features Reference Recordings!
In HDtracks‘ newest newsletter, we were excited to see quite the presence of our recordings! Many thanks to HDtracks! First was the feature of Joel Fan’s album West of the Sun now available as an 88kHz/24bit Audiophile Download! Visit HDtracks.com for more information! HDtracks is getting into the Holiday Spirit with a “Classic 100” list! HDTracks presents its Classic 100 list of high-resolution recordings, compiled from our amazing collection of albums featuring the most popular…
Mike Garson for Christmas!
Still looking for Christmas ideas? We’ve got one – Mike Garson! Not only is “Bowie Variations” a great idea for the Bowie fan in your life, you can also get the Sheet Music from Mike Garson for that pianist in your life! What’s better than sheet music and a recording from the arranger? Plus, if you order now, you could still get in on our Holiday Sale and get it the Bowie Variations in time…
Doug MacLeod and Brand New Eyes Nominated For Blues Music Awards
Yesterday The Blues Foundation announced their 2012 Blues Music Awards Nominees, and it was a great day for RR and Doug MacLeod! Fresh! From Reference Recordings release Brand New Eyes featuring Doug MacLeod was nominated for the Award for Acoustic Album of the Year, and Doug MacLeod himself was nominated for the Acoustic Artist of the Year award! Nominations in Two Categories! If you are a Blues Foundation Member (or want to be), you can…
RR Holiday Sale!
Holiday Sale! It’s time for the best Reference Recordings sale of the year! Starting NOW until NOON (PST) on Monday, January 2, 2012 — Order Two or more items and receive a 20% discount on EVERYTHING in our catalog (except already discounted sets). As always…THE MORE YOU ORDER – THE MORE YOU SAVE!!! Visit ReferenceRecordings.com today! LP News!: Our Reference Mastercuts LPs (RM-1502 & RM-2502) are back in stock! Order securely…