Lionel Richie solo and with the Commodores on a great double SHM-CD

Lionel Richie solo and with the Commodores on a great double SHM-CD

Definitive Motown Collection ((Audio CD)

Customer Review

After Motown its headquarters (including the recording studio) from - also * climatically - had laid rough Detroit at the Canadian border into California Los Angeles, was carried out with the company a real "metamorphosis".
(* Filming that show the little 'Hitsville USA called Motown building on West Grand Boulevard in Detroit in 2648, while raging on the road one of the annually recurring snowstorms, have impression on me forever)

At first I was of the move was not convinced and agreed to music critics, wrote the mid-1970s: "It's just another record-company". I felt the same way, because suddenly for me lost "the soul" of Motown Sounds gone, the genius of the composers / producers Holland-Dozier-Holland, wonderful in conjunction with this incredible bass line (of James Jamerson and Bob Babbit), in interaction with the other Funk Brothers (Motown's legendary studio band), and especially in combination with the driving drums (Benny Benjamin and Richard "Pistol" Allen). Quote: "drummer Benny Benjamin's hard and emphatic beat, at incredibly teamwork with James Jamerson's bass - together They raised hell (and were the backbone and heartbeat of the Motown sound)" from Nelson George, "Where Did Our Love Go"

Now, in the sun-scorched desert state of California, the company Motown committed musicians from the LA musicians pool, called his new recording studio even "Hitsville USA (2)" but the sound was now completely different.

In addition to Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross and Smokey Robinson and Lionel Richie had taken part in the move from Detroit to Los Angeles and is already very well acclimatized in their new homeland. The former frontman of the Commodores etnwickelte in this new home, which is also influenced by the many Spanish-speaking residents, even gradually to Motown superstar. Had he already been proven that he is not only a very good singer, but also a gifted songwriter, he optimized his abilities now more and more towards perfection and Motown founder and president Berry Gordy supported him there.

For SHM double CD 'Lionel Richie / Commodores Gold - The Definitive Collection'
At first I was skeptical about whether the grouping of songs the Commodores (with Lionel Richie) could actually work with Richie's solo recordings, especially as the Commodores had already boast an impressive number of hits and albums. But my concerns quickly dissolved into thin air and made a real enthusiasm space.

Music:
Producer (incidentally a passionate Motown fan) Harry Weinger has fertggebracht the feat and the Lionel Richie song with which the early Commodores (they made no later Richie continued) welded into a coherent unit. Of course, he had to select, otherwise you would not have gotten along with 2 CDs, but that makes quite a positive effect because it might not quite so good Tiitel been omitted. The result is actually something like the "Definitive Motown Collection" by artist Lionel Richie solo and as lead singer of the Commodores and for fans so that a true stroke of luck.

Sound quality:
Having already the standard double-CD was this collection perfectly, I discovered in Amazon, that there is also a further sound-optimized SHM version and have it ordered. The listening experience was and is gorgeous and I'm happy about the acquisition. Everything is just right: the choice of songs, the 24-bit remastering by my Lieblingstoningenieur Suha Gur and as "icing" the sound optimization through the super transparent material of the SHM-CD (some explanation can be found, inter alia, in my review of the SHM CD 'Donna Summer Live & More')

Buy recommendation:
I affirm that I have bought this SHM double CD even at a reasonably humane price and am quite surprised that the Japanese distributor forwards them to the Amazon, now calling for a so astronomical amount that I would never pay the way. Those interested in this SHM version, maybe you should look for a bit and with a little luck he can then buy but still at a fair price. Emergency just order the standard version, which can be had very cheap, because who listens mainly MP3, the possibly disturbing minor limitations in sound quality is not so much how they unfortunately can spoil the fun at some mediocre sounding CD regular to me.

Related Reviews


The order was carried out smoothly and with the product I am satisfied. More orders are planned ...Wentronic USB Data Cable for Nokia 6500.8600 (CA-101) micro-USB (optional) Good handling, doing what should and with the app handy - previously dependable and without false alarmsGigaset element window (Window Sensor incl. Fastening solution, batteries, Quick Start Guide) White (Electronics) Lionel Richie charmed here with handmade and timeless music!Tuskegee (Audio CD) Bombs Best-Of album of Michelle, the best and with the look to the future!The Ultimate Best of (Deluxe Edition) (Audio CD) Empty a shaky, filled super fix, easy to handle and with the mini level indicator ideal for small householdsRussell Hobbs 21280-70 kettle Legacy, innovative handle for easy - comfortable pouring and carrying, 1.7 L, 2,400 W (household goods) The best controller for the PC and with the best D-PADOne Xbox Wireless Controller (accessory) Super sphygmomanometer at an unbeatable price and with the free app for Android and IOS balance possible.Medisana BU 550 connect upper arm blood pressure monitor (Personal Care) Energizer with large capacity and with the possibility to use the power of the sun ...LevinTM Solstar Giant + Solar Panel Charger 12000mAh Regenbestädiges, dustproof and shock-resistant Dual USB Ports Portable Charger External Battery Power Bank for iPhone 6Plus 6 5S 5C 5 4S 4, iPad Air, Other iPads, iPods (Apple adapter are not containing), Samsung Galaxy S5 S4 , S3, S2, Note 3, Note 2, other Android smart phones and tablets, and other devices Gopro Kamara (Army Green) (Electronics) One of the weakest Classic consequences and with the weakest performance speakerBlood Count (Audio CD) ... And with the star product is even better rated than the seller !!!FUXTEC petrol leaf blower leaf blower chopper blowers Test superclass grade of 1.4 (tool) Functional and with the correct figure certainly handsomeUltra Sport ladies running shorts Thermo Dynamic long, lined with quick-dry function (Textiles) With the latest update (111k4) great!Orbsmart® S82 Android 4.4 quad-core mini PC (16GB) / TV box / 4K (UHD) Media Player / Smart TV Box (Octa Core GPU, 2GB RAM, 16GB int. Memory, HDMI 1.4, LAN, WLAN n 2.4 / 5GHz, Bluetooth 4.0, XBMC & Miracast Support) (Electronics) Remastered and with the bonus tracks - It is possible!Original Album Classics (Audio CD) Very happy with the product and with the seller!Ecultor Sony Xperia M / M Dual protector (6 pieces) including cloth and squeegee -. Clear film as Premium Screen Protector (Electronics) Only for German people and with the International PassPlayStation Live Card EUR 20 (for German SEN accounts) (Accessories) A BD BETWEEN THE JAG NCIS AND WITH THE SUBJECT AS ORLYSection trident, Volume 1: Domino Day (Album) perfect, does the job, same price in stores, without moving and with the offered pdfNintendo - Wii Remote Plus - White (Accessory) Small, powerful, and with the minimum wave ...Babymoov - A014001 - Babyphone high care (Baby Care) Simple and with the most necessary permissionsMusic Volume EQ (App)