Thursday, 22 January 2015

Frank Sinatra - 10CD Set (2005) {Membran Music}


Frank Sinatra - 10CD Set (2005) {Membran Music}
EAC rip (secure mode) | FLAC (tracks)+CUE+LOG -> 2.20 Gb | MP3 @320 -> 1.30 Gb
Full Artwork @ 300 dpi (png) -> 174 Mb | 5% repair rar
© 2005 Membran Music | 222915 321
Jazz / Vocal Jazz / Vocal Pop / Standards / Traditional Pop


This is a 10 disc set of Frank Sinatra's work. All 10 of the CDs come in cardboard paper sleeves and they are in a small box set measuring about 5 inches across, 5 inches tall, and 1.25 inches thick. The set contains over 200 songs and would be a great addition to anyone's collection. This would make a wonderful gift for any Sinatra fan or collector. Having received this boxed set as a gift two years ago, and having never seen it advertised for sale anywhere, I had no idea what to expect. First of all, there are no liner notes, so one must have at least a general sense of the chronology of Sinatra's career to really appreciate the treasure trove of music (over 200 songs) contained herein. There are many of his RCA and Columbia pressings, digitally remastered to superb sonic clarity.


There are many live "radio airchecks" from his various early radio shows which are also of premier quality (no static, no audio variances, etc.) and which include introductions by Sinatra and ad lib banter with the studio audience - priceless stuff! I would have to imagine that most of these grooves were cut from the early to mid-40's. Those lusty pipes of Sinatra's youth are on full display here - his range, tone, texture, vibrato, bravura and breathing - all pristine and seemingly without limits during these early sessions! My friend mentioned that he'd paid less than $20 for this boxed set, so I'm not sure about the price point in today's market, but if the price is right for you, don't hesitate in adding this marvelous set to your collection!

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