https://top40musiconcd.com/forum/ Copyright (c) 2006-2013 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Fri, 08 May 2026 14:11:12 +0000 Sun, 16 Dec 2012 12:24:23 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.07 360 https://top40musiconcd.com/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=822 https://top40musiconcd.com/forum//images/Top-40-Music-on-CD-Forum-Logo.png https://top40musiconcd.com/forum/ https://top40musiconcd.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=822&PID=36128&title=the-sweetest-thing-ive-ever-known#36128 Author: KentT
Subject: 822
Posted: 16 December 2012 at 12:24pm

For those looking for original mix LP versions of "Juice" on vinyl, look for F4 or earlier deadwax. My copies, early and revised both cut by Wally Traugott at Capitol Studios. ]]> Sun, 16 Dec 2012 12:24:23 +0000 https://top40musiconcd.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=822&PID=36128&title=the-sweetest-thing-ive-ever-known#36128 https://top40musiconcd.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=822&PID=36037&title=the-sweetest-thing-ive-ever-known#36037 Author: Todd Ireland
Subject: 822
Posted: 29 November 2012 at 10:31pm

Dale in Edmontn wrote: Todd Ireland wrote: Have you received your copy of the Juice Newton 2-CD import set yet, Dale? If so, can you please report your opinion of the sound quality? Todd, when I get it, I'll send you the track. I am a fail at determining what sounds good! Often, all of these different "re-masters" sound the same to me!

Given the rarity of the original LP version of "The Sweetest Thing (I've Ever Known)" on CD, I'll probably still purchase the 2-disc import set regardless. But you're certainly welcome to send me a copy of the track for evaluation purposes after you get your CD, Dale. Just send me a private message and I'll provide my e-mail address.

Edited by Todd Ireland]]> Thu, 29 Nov 2012 22:31:58 +0000 https://top40musiconcd.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=822&PID=36037&title=the-sweetest-thing-ive-ever-known#36037 https://top40musiconcd.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=822&PID=36032&title=the-sweetest-thing-ive-ever-known#36032 Author: Dale in Edmontn
Subject: 822
Posted: 29 November 2012 at 4:51pm

EdisonLite wrote: Dale, there's an early version of "The Sweetest Thing" that's been released on many Juice Newton CDs - it was the first version she recorded - in the late '70s (possibly under the moniker "Juice Newton & Silver Spur"). I've never heard of THREE versions of this song, but is that what you're saying? Are you saying this alternate version is different from the early version on a number of CDs?

The first version was on Juice and Silver Spur's first album from 1975. She re-recorded it with a much larger, slicker arrangement on her Juice album from 1981. The version on that was a little more "country" sounding than what later became the single version. Are you confused yet? LOL! ]]> Thu, 29 Nov 2012 16:51:03 +0000 https://top40musiconcd.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=822&PID=36032&title=the-sweetest-thing-ive-ever-known#36032 https://top40musiconcd.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=822&PID=36031&title=the-sweetest-thing-ive-ever-known#36031 Author: Dale in Edmontn
Subject: 822
Posted: 29 November 2012 at 4:47pm

Todd Ireland wrote: Have you received your copy of the Juice Newton 2-CD import set yet, Dale? If so, can you please report your opinion of the sound quality?

Todd, when I get it, I'll send you the track. I am a fail at determining what sounds good! Often, all of these different "re-masters" sound the same to me! ]]> Thu, 29 Nov 2012 16:47:22 +0000 https://top40musiconcd.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=822&PID=36031&title=the-sweetest-thing-ive-ever-known#36031 https://top40musiconcd.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=822&PID=36030&title=the-sweetest-thing-ive-ever-known#36030 Author: EdisonLite
Subject: 822
Posted: 29 November 2012 at 10:45am

Dale, there's an early version of "The Sweetest Thing" that's been released on many Juice Newton CDs - it was the first version she recorded - in the late '70s (possibly under the moniker "Juice Newton & Silver Spur"). I've never heard of THREE versions of this song, but is that what you're saying? Are you saying this alternate version is different from the early version on a number of CDs?]]> Thu, 29 Nov 2012 10:45:53 +0000 https://top40musiconcd.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=822&PID=36030&title=the-sweetest-thing-ive-ever-known#36030 https://top40musiconcd.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=822&PID=36027&title=the-sweetest-thing-ive-ever-known#36027 Author: Todd Ireland
Subject: 822
Posted: 28 November 2012 at 9:40pm

Thanks for passing along this information, Dale! I have to say though that whenever I see an Amazon reviewer rave about the sound quality on a modern day CD release, I can't help but wonder if these CDs were simply mastered with the typically LOUD and highly compressed audio levels that lead some listeners into thinking they're hearing "outstanding" sound. (I realize this kind of mastering might sound good to some, but not to those of us who prefer a more fully intact dynamic range.)

Have you received your copy of the Juice Newton 2-CD import set yet, Dale? If so, can you please report your opinion of the sound quality?

Edited by Todd Ireland]]> Wed, 28 Nov 2012 21:40:09 +0000 https://top40musiconcd.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=822&PID=36027&title=the-sweetest-thing-ive-ever-known#36027 https://top40musiconcd.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=822&PID=35985&title=the-sweetest-thing-ive-ever-known#35985 Author: Dale in Edmontn
Subject: 822
Posted: 24 November 2012 at 11:54am

Hey everyone, I came across a cool release featuring three of Juice's early 80's albums on CD that apparently sound better than what has been released before.....

http://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B005CHZVM8/ref=oh_details_o0 1_s00_i00

The reviewer who bought it said:

"This two-CD compilation is the FINEST of the high-quality Juice Newton albums available. And it's at an alarmingly low price. Win-win! The set combines the early-1980s platinum albums "Juice" and "Quiet Lies" (on the first disc) and 1983's moderately successful "Dirty Looks" (the second disk). These tracks are beautifully re-mastered, deftly using 24-bit technology. I have heard every re-mastered edition of Juice Newton's music, and to my ears this set is the BEST so far. The sound quality is OUTSTANDING

Fans of the #1 hit "The Sweetest Thing (I've Ever Known)" will be happy to know the version included here is the super-rare 1981 country version, which was released only on very early pressings of the "Juice" album before being replaced with the slicker pop version that was the radio hit. Prior to this collection, this lovely version of the song (which features a slightly different vocal and a petal steel guitar instead of the oboe heard in the pop version) was available on CD only on an import called "Country Classics," which wasn't re-mastered, so this refreshed version is an extra-special treat."

I ordered a copy of this and it's on the way. If any of you have wanted the original version of The Sweetest Thing, just let me know!    ]]> Sat, 24 Nov 2012 11:54:59 +0000 https://top40musiconcd.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=822&PID=35985&title=the-sweetest-thing-ive-ever-known#35985 https://top40musiconcd.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=822&PID=34910&title=the-sweetest-thing-ive-ever-known#34910 Author: musicmanatl
Subject: 822
Posted: 12 August 2012 at 6:51am

This string is awesome. "Angel of the Morning" was my favorite song when it was out (my last semester in high school) and because everyone else was into hard rock, I kept quiet about it. Never thought I'd see a running commentary on how great Juice is/was. :-) There was just something about her voice that really resonated with me. I loved every one of her singles through her career. Richard Landis was a perfect producer for her - he brought out the best in her voice and surrounded her with very sympathetic productions. ]]> Sun, 12 Aug 2012 06:51:09 +0000 https://top40musiconcd.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=822&PID=34910&title=the-sweetest-thing-ive-ever-known#34910 https://top40musiconcd.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=822&PID=34908&title=the-sweetest-thing-ive-ever-known#34908 Author: KentT
Subject: 822
Posted: 12 August 2012 at 5:27am

Indeed, love Juice Newton's voice. She had some pipes. ]]> Sun, 12 Aug 2012 05:27:45 +0000 https://top40musiconcd.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=822&PID=34908&title=the-sweetest-thing-ive-ever-known#34908 https://top40musiconcd.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=822&PID=34905&title=the-sweetest-thing-ive-ever-known#34905 Author: Todd Ireland
Subject: 822
Posted: 11 August 2012 at 10:16pm

KentT wrote: The first pressings of the LP have the steel guitar solo and the original mix. When the track started getting pop airplay, this track was remixed by Capitol and second pressings of the LP onward and the single had the new, common mix. The original mix so far has not appeared on CD to the best of my knowledge. I have both a first pressing LP and a later pressing of the Juice LP.

Good info, Kent. So all 45 version appearances in the database then can also be said to be on some LP pressings as well.

And, man, what a powerful soaring voice Juice had!]]> Sat, 11 Aug 2012 22:16:01 +0000 https://top40musiconcd.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=822&PID=34905&title=the-sweetest-thing-ive-ever-known#34905