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Rhino Does It Again!

Jason W. Bellenger | Byron Center, Michigan, USA | 05/26/2004

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I probably would have not bothered to buy this 2-CD compilation set if it hadn't been released by Rhino. Once again, Rhino puts out quality material! While there may be a few tracks that seem to be on every 80's compilation there are enough tracks here that don't make the usual cut. There are some tracks here that I don't quite remember but am happy to have in my collection, considering they were hits and may not get as much exposure as the typical 80's songs. The main reason I gave this collection 5 stars is because of the superb digitally remastering once again by Rhino! It never fails! Every song on here (perhaps with the exception of the live "Mony Mony" track) sounds crisp, bright, and clear! Unfortunately, Rhino didn't bother to make note of their brilliant remastering by placing a "Remastered In Rhinophonic Authentic Sound" logo on the sleeve (as seen on many previous Rhino releases). As a buyer, I like to see this logo! The logo may be missing, but the sound quality is all there! Many of the 80's compilations today are just the original recordings transferred to CD from any random source. Rhino takes the extra step of finding the best original master tapes and using the best available technology to restore these recordings. And that's the difference with this collection! While I may have many of these recordings on other 80's compilations or albums, none sound as crisp as on this Billboard hits 2-disc set! Also I must note that some of these songs are in single edit/version form. Some individuals may complain about edited versions but I can't really complain since I like to hear the original single/edit versions as well. Perhaps a volume 2 issue, Rhino?"

THIS CD IS AWESOME

BENJAMIN SANTINO FILIPPI | BRECKSVILLE OHIO USA | 05/10/2005

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I LIKE THE 80'S AND I LIKE THESE 80'S CD'S ALL 30 80'S SONGS ALL TWO CD'S BUY THEM"