This was announced just last week and has been making a few waves.
Chad Kassem introduces the series:
I see a few interesting titles among those already chosen. The Genesis titles, especially the post-Peter Gabriel era albums, are on my short list, as are the first two Phil Collins albums (which for now are vinyl-only, due to licensing). Chad has hinted there may be more beyond the 75 titles chosen here--I hope the Genesis album Duke is a future consideration, as it is a 55-minute album and has never had a good vinyl release.
It's nice to see such a wide swath of the catalog represented. The Exciting Wilson Pickett is on the preorder list, as well as the INXS album Kick. A couple of Coltrane's records are tempting also, as well as Dr. John.
SACD or vinyl? A couple of my must-have titles will be on 45 RPM vinyl, where the rest I will probably stick to the SACD. Also, many of these titles were already reissued in high-res by Atlantic, so in many cases that will be good enough. Some of those older soul albums from Atlantic's early years still sound excellent.
The first two 45 RPM vinyl sets being released October 6th are Face Value and the self-titled John Prine.
Celebrating 75 Years of Atlantic Records:
The Analogue Productions (Atlantic Series)
In honor of the 75th Anniversary of Atlantic Records, we're thrilled to unveil the "75 for 75" series. This is not just a product but an experience — a curated collection of 75 premium titles from the historic Atlantic Records' vault. Each title is a testimony to the golden era of music, capturing the essence of some of the greatest artists ever known.
What makes the Analogue Productions (Atlantic Series) special?
Limited and Numbered: This subscription set ensures exclusivity, preserving the sanctity of this unique collection.
180-gram 45 RPM double LPs: Each title is meticulously curated and pressed, offering a premium listening experience.
Expert Remastering: The series is blessed with the craftsmanship of renowned mastering engineers, including legends like Bernie Grundman, Ryan K. Smith, Kevin Gray, Chris Bellman, and Matthew Lutthans at Blue Heaven Studios.
Top-Notch Pressing: Every record is pressed at Quality Record Pressings and RTI, ensuring unparalleled quality.
Artistic Packaging: The albums come in tip-on old style gatefold double pocket jackets with film lamination, marrying aesthetics with durability.
About the "75 for 75" Series: Starting later this year, Analogue Productions and Acoustic Sounds will release two Atlantic LP titles per month. This grand series will span over three years, summing up to 75 iconic records. While each double LP title will retail for $60, there will be a special edition comprising four LPs for $120. The series includes timeless artists like Genesis, Ray Charles, Stone Temple Pilots, Otis Redding, Foreigner, Crosby Stills & Nash, and many more.
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This is more than a series; it’s a journey through musical history. Analogue Productions and Acoustic Sounds are deeply honored to be a part of this monumental reissue series. We promise to deliver records of unmatched quality, staying true to the legacy of Atlantic Records. Dive in and relish the musical excellence of an era gone by!
Chad Kassem introduces the series:
Some details about this historic series:
- We will be using the best mastering engineers in the world, including Bernie Grundman, Ryan K. Smith, Kevin Gray, Chris Bellman and Matthew Lutthans. There will be various reasons why we may choose different mastering engineers for individual projects as we aim to make this the absolute highest quality series.
- While our plan is to do two titles per month, there are a lot of variables that go into these productions. For that reason, we ask for your patience as we realize that the series could extend beyond our initial projections.
- We will be using the original, analog master tapes for these reissues. But there are a few newer artist titles that were recorded to hi-res digital. For those titles, we will of course cut from the digital masters. And there may be a few older titles for which the absolute analog master tape is no longer available or is in poor condition. In those cases, we will use a tape copy if we determine that it is the absolute best available source. In all such cases, we will disclose the source used in the mastering.
- As we get into working on these 75 titles, there may be a couple of substitutions. For example, we may get to a record for which we can't find a suitable source. In that type of scenario, we would select a different top title.
- Each release will be packaged in the highest-quality tip-on gatefold jacket. Most will be provided by Stoughton Printing, but because of paper shortages and delays, we may need to find other high-quality printers to provide some jackets.
- While we are committed to releasing 75 of the greatest titles from this historic label, each individual project is subject to the approval of the artist's management. We are still hard at work on clearing some titles.
- Genesis: Nursery Cryme, Foxtrot, Selling England By The Pound, The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway, A Trick Of The Tail, Abacab, Genesis
- Phil Collins: Face Value, Hello, I Must Be Going!
- John Coltrane: Giant Steps, Coltrane Jazz, My Favorite Things, Bags & Trane (w/ Milt Jackson), Ole Coltrane, Coltrane Plays The Blues, Coltrane’s Sound
- Ray Charles: Ray Charles, The Great Ray Charles, What’d I Say, The Genius Of Ray Charles, The Genius After Hours
- Bad Company: Bad Company, Straight Shooter, Run With The Pack, Burnin’ Sky, Desolation Angels
- Charles Mingus: Pithecanthropus Erectus, The Clown, Blues & Roots, Oh Yeah!
- Yes: The Yes Album, Fragile, Close To The Edge, 90125
- Otis Redding: Otis Blue/Otis Redding Sings Soul, The Otis Redding Dictionary Of Soul, The Soul Album, The Dock Of The Bay
- Foreigner: Foreigner, Double Vision, Head Games, 4
- Crosby Stills & Nash: Crosby, Stills & Nash, Déjà Vu (w/Neil Young), CSN, Daylight Again
- Buffalo Springfield: Buffalo Springfield, Buffalo Springfield Again
- Dr. John: Gris Gris, In The Right Place, Dr. John’s Gumbo
- Stone Temple Pilots: Core, Purple
- Plus, More To Come…
I see a few interesting titles among those already chosen. The Genesis titles, especially the post-Peter Gabriel era albums, are on my short list, as are the first two Phil Collins albums (which for now are vinyl-only, due to licensing). Chad has hinted there may be more beyond the 75 titles chosen here--I hope the Genesis album Duke is a future consideration, as it is a 55-minute album and has never had a good vinyl release.
It's nice to see such a wide swath of the catalog represented. The Exciting Wilson Pickett is on the preorder list, as well as the INXS album Kick. A couple of Coltrane's records are tempting also, as well as Dr. John.
SACD or vinyl? A couple of my must-have titles will be on 45 RPM vinyl, where the rest I will probably stick to the SACD. Also, many of these titles were already reissued in high-res by Atlantic, so in many cases that will be good enough. Some of those older soul albums from Atlantic's early years still sound excellent.
The first two 45 RPM vinyl sets being released October 6th are Face Value and the self-titled John Prine.
