Christine McVie Songbird Info

[aleuzzi]

Originally Posted by BigAl84

Is it me or does it seem like the bass/bottom end on a lot of these songs are really lacking compared to the originals?

It’s not you. They are mixed down or have been muddied by the new arrangements.

[jbrownsjr]

Originally Posted by aleuzzi

It’s not you. They are mixed down or have been muddied by the new arrangements.

I want to cry. I really tried to be happy and love this.

It's me that's failed!!! Not Christine!!

[aleuzzi]

Originally Posted by jbrownsjr

I want to cry. I really tried to be happy and love this.

It's me that's failed!!! Not Christine!!

In our hearts, we KNEW this record would not feature new vocals, but somehow the production and song selection seems to have outstripped even my worst fears. This is a head-scratching swansong. It won’t be a disappointment for anyone who wants to get a taste for Christine’s solo work, but those people are few in number, so most of the buyers of this compilation already have the original two solo records. I’m happy for the two “new” songs.

But I was listening to the original 1984 record yesterday. Mick’s drumming on “Ask Anybody” is exceptional, one of the finest features of that song. On “The Challenge,” the original keyboards and echoes may be rooted in 80s production, but they suited the song. Don’t get me started on the changes to “Friend,” “Northern Star,” and “Giving It Back”— all of which were highlights from the original 2004 record.

[WalkAThinLine.]

At the very least, some effort was put into revamping these songs. Going into this compilation, I only anticipated some light remastering, but instead we got brand new mixes. Even for those who prefer the originals (I would put myself in that category), there is little harm in having alternate mixes of Christine McVie songs readily available.

[aleuzzi]

Originally Posted by WalkAThinLine.

At the very least, some effort was put into revamping these songs. Going into this compilation, I only anticipated some light remastering, but instead we got brand new mixes. Even for those who prefer the originals (I would put myself in that category), there is little harm in having an alternate mixes of Christine McVie songs readily available.

You’re kinder and more generous than I. And you’re right. But man do I hate some of these remixes.

[jbrownsjr]

Originally Posted by aleuzzi

You’re kinder and more generous than I. And you’re right. But man do I hate some of these remixes.

I'm not hangin around.

God I'm obsessed with that song, though!!

[aleuzzi]

Originally Posted by jbrownsjr

I'm not hangin around.

God I'm obsessed with that song, though!!

I listen to it about three times a day. Why am I obsessed with it so much? It’s catchy, yes, but it ain’t YMLF or SYLM. But still it’s irresistible.