Packaging(10/10)
High quality material with fantastically detailed artwork. All 4 lp covers come with slip covers, and also artistic backing supports to help keep the album covers in tact.
The hard case that houses the Lp's and Booklets is nice and solid.
Booklets(10/10)
Two high quality booklets come inside the case.
First is the Lyric booklet, pretty much the same as the original release.
The second is a new addition that contains a ton of new artwork featured on high quality glossy paper. There is a foreward and then a individual breakdown of every song on the record by Corgan. It's a interesting read. He sheds light on the background, recording of each song and in some cases shares insight on struggles within the band at the time.
Audio(9.5/10)
Aside from the distortion found in 'Zero', the whole release sounds great. Here are the highlight sounding songs for me:
Tonight, Tonight
JellyBelly
Here is No Why
Love
Cupid De Locke
Porcelina......
Bodies
Thirty-Three
1979
X.Y.U. - chaotic beauty
We Only Come at Night
And so you see, I have come to doubt All that I once held as true I stand alone without beliefs The only truth I know is you.
Packaging(10/10)
High quality material with fantastically detailed artwork. All 4 lp covers come with slip covers, and also artistic backing supports to help keep the album covers in tact.
The hard case that houses the Lp's and Booklets is nice and solid.
Booklets(10/10)
Two high quality booklets come inside the case.
First is the Lyric booklet, pretty much the same as the original release.
The second is a new addition that contains a ton of new artwork featured on high quality glossy paper. There is a foreward and then a individual breakdown of every song on the record by Corgan. It's a interesting read. He sheds light on the background, recording of each song and in some cases shares insight on struggles within the band at the time.
Audio(9.5/10)
Aside from the distortion found in 'Zero', the whole release sounds great. Here are the highlight sounding songs for me:
Tonight, Tonight
JellyBelly
Here is No Why
Love
Cupid De Locke
Porcelina......
Bodies
Thirty-Three
1979
X.Y.U. - chaotic beauty
We Only Come at Night
Alright, alright, alright!
Tom O. "I never had any friends later on like the ones I had when I was twelve. Jesus, does anyone?"
-The Writer
picked up mine tonight, what a beauty this thing is
spinning the first record now, sounds incredible, great deal
1998 ~ Barrie
2003 ~ Toronto
2005 ~ London, Toronto
2006 ~ Toronto
2008 ~ Hartford, Mansfied I,
2009 ~ Toronto, Chicago I, Chicago II
2010 ~ Cleveland, Buffalo
2011 ~ Toronto I, Toronto II, Ottawa, Hamilton
2013 - London, Pittsburgh, Buffalo
BIG thank you to Deserteddotse for giving us the early drop on this deal. My copy arrived today. Beautiful! Can't believe I got this for $35!
+1
thanks OP
1998 ~ Barrie
2003 ~ Toronto
2005 ~ London, Toronto
2006 ~ Toronto
2008 ~ Hartford, Mansfied I,
2009 ~ Toronto, Chicago I, Chicago II
2010 ~ Cleveland, Buffalo
2011 ~ Toronto I, Toronto II, Ottawa, Hamilton
2013 - London, Pittsburgh, Buffalo
Packaging(10/10)
High quality material with fantastically detailed artwork. All 4 lp covers come with slip covers, and also artistic backing supports to help keep the album covers in tact.
The hard case that houses the Lp's and Booklets is nice and solid.
Booklets(10/10)
Two high quality booklets come inside the case.
First is the Lyric booklet, pretty much the same as the original release.
The second is a new addition that contains a ton of new artwork featured on high quality glossy paper. There is a foreward and then a individual breakdown of every song on the record by Corgan. It's a interesting read. He sheds light on the background, recording of each song and in some cases shares insight on struggles within the band at the time.
Audio(9.5/10)
Aside from the distortion found in 'Zero', the whole release sounds great. Here are the highlight sounding songs for me:
Tonight, Tonight
JellyBelly
Here is No Why
Love
Cupid De Locke
Porcelina......
Bodies
Thirty-Three
1979
X.Y.U. - chaotic beauty
We Only Come at Night
Is there a number of how many of these box sets were made?
Ok, I bought this yesterday at a local record shop, I paid $78. I read on Amazon that the quality of this reissue has not been good. In fact, so many complaints that Amazon pulled the record. Unfortunately, my copy has some of the same issues reported on Amazon. On the first record, the song Zero sounds terrible, lots of crackle and skips. Also, the song To Forgive on side two skips frequently. On the second record the song Love skips all over the place. Now all the records look pristine, no marks or scratches. I just think these are bad pressings. Too bad, because I really wanted this album on vinyl. I'll return it tomorrow.
Anybody have some of these same issues???
Pine Knob Music Theatre - Jul 31, 1992 Crisler Arena - Mar 20, 1994
Summerfest - Jul 09, 1995*Savage Hall - Sep 22, 1996The Palace of Auburn Hills-Aug 23, 1998 Breslin Center- Aug 18, 1998,The Palace of Auburn Hills-Oct 07, 2000 DTE Energy Theatre-Jun5,2003,DTE Energy Music Theatre - Jun 26, 2003Sports Arena - Oct 02, 2004 Van Andel Arena - May 19, 2006Palace of Auburn Hills-May 22, 2006 Quicken Loans Arena-May 09, 2010
10-16-2014 Detroit
Opened my copy on Christmas. I think it's one of the best albums I own. The artwork is amazing, and I love the notes by billy on the recording process. Not one issue with any of my records. All sound perfect. Very very pleased with this box set.
Ok, I bought this yesterday at a local record shop, I paid $78. I read on Amazon that the quality of this reissue has not been good. In fact, so many complaints that Amazon pulled the record. Unfortunately, my copy has some of the same issues reported on Amazon. On the first record, the song Zero sounds terrible, lots of crackle and skips. Also, the song To Forgive on side two skips frequently. On the second record the song Love skips all over the place. Now all the records look pristine, no marks or scratches. I just think these are bad pressings. Too bad, because I really wanted this album on vinyl. I'll return it tomorrow.
Anybody have some of these same issues???
The only issue I have with my copy is the Zero distortion.
And so you see, I have come to doubt All that I once held as true I stand alone without beliefs The only truth I know is you.
This boxset is incredible - all the extras are amazing. They took special care to polish up the demos/extras. They stand up well sonically to the rest of the boxset.
:fp:
I can't stand that guy.
I am also horrified to see that Mellon Collie is now $66 on Amazon.ca. :evil: That is OUTRAGEOUS! I don't understand how they feel justified in making this album so expensive. I see no reason for it at all.
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With all its sham, drudgery, and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world. Be careful. Strive to be happy. ~ Desiderata
I actually give props to billy..yea he can be a deushbag but he does it his way and dont give a fuck..Still puts out decent music...Mellon Collie better double than The Wall...Chicagos very own..
Comments
Packaging(10/10)
High quality material with fantastically detailed artwork. All 4 lp covers come with slip covers, and also artistic backing supports to help keep the album covers in tact.
The hard case that houses the Lp's and Booklets is nice and solid.
Booklets(10/10)
Two high quality booklets come inside the case.
First is the Lyric booklet, pretty much the same as the original release.
The second is a new addition that contains a ton of new artwork featured on high quality glossy paper. There is a foreward and then a individual breakdown of every song on the record by Corgan. It's a interesting read. He sheds light on the background, recording of each song and in some cases shares insight on struggles within the band at the time.
Audio(9.5/10)
Aside from the distortion found in 'Zero', the whole release sounds great. Here are the highlight sounding songs for me:
Tonight, Tonight
JellyBelly
Here is No Why
Love
Cupid De Locke
Porcelina......
Bodies
Thirty-Three
1979
X.Y.U. - chaotic beauty
We Only Come at Night
All that I once held as true
I stand alone without beliefs
The only truth I know is you.
Mine too... Great news!
Tom O.
"I never had any friends later on like the ones I had when I was twelve. Jesus, does anyone?"
-The Writer
All that I once held as true
I stand alone without beliefs
The only truth I know is you.
Had to pay additional 25$ customs fee but what the h3ll, it was a sweet deal anyway...
Three days from Canada to Sweden. Not bad!
DHL Express...
All that I once held as true
I stand alone without beliefs
The only truth I know is you.
Thanx...
All that I once held as true
I stand alone without beliefs
The only truth I know is you.
spinning the first record now, sounds incredible, great deal
2003 ~ Toronto
2005 ~ London, Toronto
2006 ~ Toronto
2008 ~ Hartford, Mansfied I,
2009 ~ Toronto, Chicago I, Chicago II
2010 ~ Cleveland, Buffalo
2011 ~ Toronto I, Toronto II, Ottawa, Hamilton
2013 - London, Pittsburgh, Buffalo
+1
thanks OP
2003 ~ Toronto
2005 ~ London, Toronto
2006 ~ Toronto
2008 ~ Hartford, Mansfied I,
2009 ~ Toronto, Chicago I, Chicago II
2010 ~ Cleveland, Buffalo
2011 ~ Toronto I, Toronto II, Ottawa, Hamilton
2013 - London, Pittsburgh, Buffalo
:thumbup:
Is there a number of how many of these box sets were made?
-Seattle,Wash-Key Arena-9/22/9 -Pemberton,B.C-7/17/16
-Vancouver,B.C-GM Place -9/25/9 -Seattle,Wash-Safeco Field-8/8/18
-Vancouver,B.C-Pacific Coliseum-9/25/11 -Seattle,Wash-Safeco Field-8/10/18
-Misoula,MT-Adams Field House-9/30/12 -Vancouver,BC-Rogers Arena-5/4/24
Anybody have some of these same issues???
Summerfest - Jul 09, 1995*Savage Hall - Sep 22, 1996The Palace of Auburn Hills-Aug 23, 1998 Breslin Center- Aug 18, 1998,The Palace of Auburn Hills-Oct 07, 2000 DTE Energy Theatre-Jun5,2003,DTE Energy Music Theatre - Jun 26, 2003Sports Arena - Oct 02, 2004 Van Andel Arena - May 19, 2006Palace of Auburn Hills-May 22, 2006 Quicken Loans Arena-May 09, 2010
10-16-2014 Detroit
All that I once held as true
I stand alone without beliefs
The only truth I know is you.
Hahaha... Awesome...
Still a bargain though
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ESMCx0KN ... r_embedded
I can't stand that guy.
I am also horrified to see that Mellon Collie is now $66 on Amazon.ca. :evil: That is OUTRAGEOUS! I don't understand how they feel justified in making this album so expensive. I see no reason for it at all.
that's horseshit. i could get two barenaked ladies albums plus a tragically hip cd for that kind of cash!