JUDAS PRIEST: ROCKA ROLLA New 50th Anniversary Reissue REVIEW | IS ROCKA ROLLA FIXED?
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- Опубликовано: 18 сен 2024
- JUDAS PRIEST: ROCKA ROLLA New 50th Anniversary Reissue REVIEW | IS ROCKA ROLLA FIXED?
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"The CD Guy" Johnny Z. reviews the new #judaspriest 50th anniversary reissue and remix of their debut album #rockarolla. Has this new remaster fixed Rocka Rolla? How does the production sound? Rocka Rolla was the debut of #metal legends Judas Priest, featuring the lineup of #robhalford, Glenn Tipton, KK Downing, Ian Hill and John Hinch. How does this new #remaster compare to the original?
What are your thoughts on the new remaster of Rocka Rolla by Judas Priest? Is Rocka Rolla finally fixed? Let me know below!
I cant wait to hear it. I was definitely hoping it would sound heavier.
I enjoyed it. I’ve seen mixed reviews for it (which surprised me), but I think it definitely sounds heavier.
I like the original, I love the new remaster and can't wait for the remaster of Sad Wings of Destiny. Priest!!!!
Glad you’re digging the remaster! Very interested to hear the new Sad Wings of Destiny mix.
I got it on vinyl for $1.99 in 1982 and played the $hit out of it so, I already have a place in my heart for the original but, I really enjoy the new remix. Tom Allom understands the band's sound, and now Rocka Rolla resonates as a genuine Priest album, albeit a seventies Priest album. I enjoy early Priest more than the albums from Painkiller on.
Priest’s first few albums are classics for sure… the only post painkiller album that comes closest is Angel Of Retribution (Invincible Shield) is close as well but not on that level). I’ve seen varied reviews on the sound, but I like what Tom Allom has done here personally.
Well I’m not being funny Johnny Z, but, I’m fine with the original mix. Very loud and warm with the guitars on the original. Not heard anything on this reissue, don’t own it at all, they’ve sold me!!
The guitars on the original are pretty distinct for sure... warm is the perfect way to describe it.
haven't heard this, but as I'm going through Sabaton's catalog I feel like those first few albums should probably get a remix or remastered version.
Yeah, those earlier albums haven't aged as well as their newer stuff from the last 15 years.
I love it!! Already a fan of that album, but this really made it better
Agreed!
I find the new remix too compressed. Run of the Mill sounds terrible. I also prefer the original mix of Ken's guitar on the left channel and Glenn's guitar on the right channel rather than both guitars equally on both channels.
I can hear what you're talking about. I guess I was most pleased with how much more lively the album sounded. Hope the new mix grows on you, tho... if not, at least you have the original!
@@TheCDGuyJZ I have an original pressing on vinyl. I'm hoping that the new version will sound better on vinyl than the digital version. I listened to the new digital version in FLAC format through an iFi hip dac and Sony MDR-7506 headphones.
@@LauraKnotek So cool that you have an original pressing! Hopefully you have a better listening experience with the new vinyl than on digital.
The original mastering sucks, but the 2015 vinyl remaster of Rocka Rolla (and Sad Wings, both on Repertoire; Japanese CD remasters on Victor, I believe) sounds fantastic and reveals that the album was actually recorded well. It was more or less live in the studio with vocal overdubs because they didn't have the budget for much else. Given that, the mix is pretty solid too. It just goes to show how important the mastering process is
It will be interesting to hear the new mix nonetheless. I am not sure that modern is necessarily better, but that is entirely subjective.
The original suffers from not having the budget for great production. I’ll have to see if I can find the Japanese remasters… those sound really cool. Definitely interested in hearing how a physical copy sounds on a good pair of speakers compared to the digital release.
Fixed? Nothing wrong with it?
I've got several versions of this.
1st press Japanese or UK Lps that are fantastic.
(They lack nothing)
I suppose I'm in the minority here, but I don't feel this "remaster" was warranted.
The early versions of Tyrant Epitaph & Ripper that Bain rejected are not included.
The original 14-minute long Caviar & Meths was not included.
The bump up in the rhythm guitar track, even bleeding over into the acapella vocals, is unpleasant & overwhelming- the drum kit (excruciating on bass & floor tom) includes what sounds like a bass boost.
I swear it sounds like it was added or (rerecorded by Scott Travis)
Contrary this mix does not "open this lp up" or allow it to breathe, it clutters it & there is noise, either musical instruments or what not carrying notes constantly where original mix allowed the lp & songs to "breathe" it now does not.
The good news: Band members are set to reap some rewards after all of these years & have a say in this part of their legacy.
A publishing company REACH obtained rights from GULL & are apparently all about working with band. (KK stated he is signed w/Reach Music)
The harmonica is present throughout "Cheater" thats very cool.
IMHO The remix/remastering attempts to rewrite history- giving this lp a "metal mix" this was not a metal lp! Rob & company repeatedly stated the lp suffered becausse of Rodger Bain production- but his production was sufficient on black sabbath & budgie albums?
The production was appropriate for the songs written.
My biggest fear now, is they will try to "Improve" Sad Wings Of Destiny.
God Forbid!
Very cool that you have a Japanese pressing of the debut! I’m not sure how they can possibly make Sad Wings better… it’s already perfect.
WHERE’S THE CD??????????????????!
Calm down… digital was released last Friday… CD and vinyl doesn’t come out for another 2 months
@@TheCDGuyJZ ARE YOU BUYING THE CD??
Most likely. I have Rocka Rolla on vinyl but not CD. I’m digging the new mix so I’ll probably end up buying it.
It's hiding behind all the silly question marks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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