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Loreena McKennitt's new CDs - better than the old versions?

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5/25/05 at 2:19am
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Hi,

For the Loreena Mckennitt fans out there: has anyone had a chance to compare her recently released newly remastered cds to the old versions? Is there a definite improvement?

Also, any word on possible releases in sacd or dvd-audio?

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5/25/05 at 6:26am
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If ever someone's music deserved a hi-res MCH mix, it's hers. I too am curious about the remasters.

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5/25/05 at 10:32pm
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I just checked faq on her website quinlanroad.com and they say that because of the way the earlier albums were recorded, they're not suitable for multi-channel mix. However they will strongly consider it for any new album that they release.

Meanwhile, I decided to pick up all six remastered albums at allegro-music.com.
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10/15/07 at 4:26pm
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Re: Loreena McKennitt's new CDs - better than the old versions?

Anyone ever seen Loreena live in concert? Is it worth $50?

I'd love to see her, but I'm waffling based on the ticket price. I can buy her new concert DVD for half that and play it as many times as I want.

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10/16/07 at 6:45pm
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Re: Loreena McKennitt's new CDs - better than the old versions?

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Anyone ever seen Loreena live in concert? Is it worth $50?

I'd love to see her, but I'm waffling based on the ticket price. I can buy her new concert DVD for half that and play it as many times as I want.


I just saw her last month. She is phenomenal live. Don't hesitate, just go. I would gladly pay $150.00 to see her again.

As for the remastered albums, they are a big improvement. I gave away my originals.
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10/17/07 at 12:16pm
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Re: Loreena McKennitt's new CDs - better than the old versions?

Most of my friends consider me a real cheap-skate, but I would not hesitate to pay $50 to see Loreena McKennitt. You just can't relplace the experience of seeing an artist you like, live.

I, too, have the recent concert DVD. If I were to see Loreena McKenitt in concert, I would view the DVD as a supplement to the concert experience.

Back to the original thread, since I already owned most of the remastered CDs, I opted not to double dip. I would be curious to know if there is any significant quality difference.

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