More George Michael

• The first copy to ever hit the site, this wonderful UK pressing earned outstanding Double Plus (A++) grades on both sides and plays about as quietly as we can find them
• Dramatically more “natural” than most (the scare quotes are there for a reason; it’s clear that George has never been interested in that quality) – feel free to donate your dubby domestic pressings to the Goodwill, they’re a joke next to this Brit
• Michael’s second studio release, a far superior album to Faith in our opinion, shows the maturation of his skills in songwriting and production – it’s a personal favorite of mine to this day
• “These songs are great because they showcase GM’s voice in so many different lights. The production is stellar and the variety of music impressive. “

This original British Epic pressing has the kind of Tubey Magical Midrange that modern records rarely even BEGIN to reproduce. Folks, that sound is gone and it sure isn’t showing signs of coming back. If you love hearing INTO a recording, actually being able to “see” the performers, and feeling as if you are sitting in the studio with George Michael, this is the record for you. It’s what vintage all analog recordings are known for — this sound. (more…)