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Weekend Wax : Debut Albums

This weekend, we bring you five incredible debut albums from five incredible artists. Enjoy!

1️⃣ Bjork : Debut
One Little Indian 1993
Sales: 2,050,601

2️⃣ Ramones : Ramones
Sire 1976
Sales: 560,000

3️⃣ Leonard Cohen : Songs of Leonard Cohen
Columbia 1968
Sales: 520,000

4️⃣ Black Sabbath : Black Sabbath
Vertigo 1970
Sales: 1,205,000

5️⃣ The Jesus and Mary Chain : Psychocandy
Blanco Y Negro 1985
Sales: 100,000

Weekend Wax : Remasters

While some collectors favor original pressings from an artist's home country, remasters can offer a surprisingly superior listening experience.

Advancements in technology allow for meticulous restoration and enhancement, resulting in remasters that sometimes surpass the originals.

Here are three examples where the remastering process has demonstrably improved the sound quality.

1️⃣ INXS : Kick
Analogue Productions 2024

2️⃣ Talking Heads : Stop Making Sense
Sire 2023

3️⃣ Marvin Gaye : What's Going On
Tamla 2023

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Weekend Wax : DAVID BOWIE

The name alone conjures images of lightning bolts, flamboyant costumes, and music that defied definition. But Bowie's influence goes far beyond the extravagant. He was a chameleon, a shapeshifter who redefined what a rock star could be.

His impact on popular music is nothing short of seismic. From the glitter-drenched glam of Ziggy Stardust to the electronic experimentation of his Berlin Trilogy, Bowie shattered genre barriers, inspiring generations of musicians to embrace artistic evolution and challenge the status quo.

This wasn't just about catchy tunes (though there were plenty of those!). Bowie infused his music with intellectual curiosity, exploring themes of alienation, identity, and the future. He wasn't afraid to be different, to push boundaries of sound and image, and in doing so, he paved the way for countless artists to express themselves with the same boldness.

So, buckle up and prepare to delve into the fascinating world of David Bowie. We'll explore five of his iconic studio albums that define this musical innovator who, for decades, has been a source of inspiration for anyone who dares to dream big and create something truly unique.

1️⃣ HUNKY DORY
RCA Victor 1971
Sales: 326,838

2️⃣ ALADDIN SANE
RCA Victor 1973
Sales: 917,384

3️⃣ LOW
RCA Victor 1977
Sales: 165,000

4️⃣ LET'S DANCE
EMI America 1983
Sales: 10,700,000

5️⃣ BLACKSTAR
Columbia / ISO / Sony 2016
Sales: 1,900,000

Weekend Wax : Collections

This week, we're featuring three iconic collections that capture the best of their artists. While some may not consider "greatest hits" albums essential listening, these selections offer a perfect entry point and showcase the enduring appeal of these musicians.

Dive into the music that made these artists legends!

1️⃣ Led Zeppelin : Mothership
Atlantic / SwanSong 2007

2️⃣ Joe Jackson : Collected
Universal Music : 2010

3️⃣ David Bowie : ChangesOneBowie
RCA Victor 1976

This beautiful PU7 Titanium in black with M.M.A.D.S. and our new pivot plate is off to Loud & Clear Glasgow and will soon be sitting on one lucky person's LP12.

Here’s a sneak peek of our new pivot base plate. Streamlined and cut back with sleeker lines.
Right now it’s available in black only, silver coming at the end of the year.

Weekend Wax : PRINCE

This week, we celebrate the musical genius of Prince Rogers Nelson.

Prince's impact on music equals legends like Bach, Mozart, and Bowie. He wasn't just riding the wave; throughout the 1980s he shaped the very sound of pop music for decades to come.

Here's a powerful quote that embodies his artistic spirit:
"Art is about building a new foundation, not just laying something on top of what's already there." - Prince Rogers Nelson

A true legend, Prince's legacy will forever echo in the world of music, so let's forgo the usual album introductions and dive straight into 5 of his albums that showcase his ability to reinvent himself and the future of pop music!

1️⃣ Purple Rain
Warner Bros 1984
Sold Copies: 25,000,000

2️⃣ Sign o' The Times
Paisley Park 1987
Sold Copies: 4,225,000

3️⃣ Parade
Paisley Park 1986
Sold Copies: 4,210,000

4️⃣ Controversy
Warner Bros 1981
Sold Copies: 2,680,000

5️⃣ Come
Warner Bros 1994
Sold Copies: 1,300,000

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It's Weekend Wax time and we've selected some cracking movie soundtracks for the weekend.

1️⃣ Baby Driver : Various Artists
Columbia 2017
Jam-packed full of classics, the album is as much fun as the film.

2️⃣ Braveheart : James Horner
London Records 1995
A profoundly emotional classical soundtrack that keeps you interested all the way through. A very worthwhile listen!

3️⃣ Donnie Darko : Various Artists
Sanctuary 2004
Full of tracks you would pull out of your singles shelf. A must!

It's Friday. Get the glitter ball out for this little selection of post-disco classics!

1️⃣ The one you have heard...
Michael Jackson : Thriller
Epic 1982
This album needs no introduction. It's a classic by any measure and there's not a bad track on it. Just keep clear of the MoFi pressing - it's painfully bright.

2️⃣ The one you haven't heard (for ages)...
Grace Jones : Nightclubbing
Island Records 1981
Grace Jones never got the credit she deserved for her influence on the 80s and 90s music scene. Although over half of this album consists of cover versions, it's a tour de force of originality. Superb!

3️⃣ The one that will never be forgotten...
Daft Punk : Random Access Memories
Columbia 2013
Without a doubt, one of the best albums of the naughties. Random Access Memories is not only a modern classic full of impeccable tunes, but it is extremely well recorded and gives your system proper testing.

We love the Ortofon Royal N SPU on our 12" PU7 Titanium. It sounds incredible!

The Royal N boasts Ortofon's top-of-the-line Replicant 100 stylus, extracting far more detail than the elliptical SPU models, but it retains the signature powerful bass and expansive soundstage that defines the SPU line.

Tell us what cartridge you are using, and drop us a picture if you have the time.

New Titanium Armtube Finish

For a more streamlined look, our titanium armtube now sports a light, shinier polish. This brighter finish complements the counterweight and anti-skate pulley, creating a visually cohesive aesthetic.

Find out more here: www.audio-origami.co.uk/pu7-titanium-tonearm

It's Friday. It's time to sit back and let the music play.

1️⃣ The one you have heard...
King Crimson : In The Court Of The Crimson King
Atlantic : 1969
A classic by any standard, and what a listen. Captivating from the minute the stylus hits the ingroove, this proto-prog album is the perfect way to start the weekend.

2️⃣ The one you haven't heard...
Slash : O**y Of The Damned
Seven.One Starwatch 2024
A star-studded collaboration of blues-rock. This album is a brilliant listen that will keep surprising you.

3️⃣ The one that's been forgotten...
Sparks : Plagiarism
Virgin 1997
Possibly the ultimate remix album, this redo of all their classic songs is an excellent first foot into Sparks.

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Weekend Wax : Peter Hook
This weekend, we celebrate the world's finest bass guitarist.

1️⃣ The one you have heard...
New Order : Substance
Factory 1978
Bass guitars can be lead guitars and this is proven on Substance with Hook driving every song forward with his Yamaha BB and sequenced synthesised bass. This album, which included new songs on the A side and remixes on the B side, set the foundation for the coming UK dance scene. This is an epic album and deserves a few hours of your time to fully appreciate it.

2️⃣ The one you haven't heard (for ages)...
New Order : Technique
Warner Bros 1989
By the time Technique was released, New Order were 10 years in, Factory was dead, and Madchester and the UK dance scene were in full throw. Technique never reviewed well. It was considered "old skool" and out of date, but listening to it 35 years on, you can tell it was about 15 years ahead of its time and noted by many bass players as one of their main influences. A fabulous album full of hidden treasures!

3️⃣ The one that's been forgotten...
Joy Division : Closer
Factory 1980
Overshadowed by the seminal Unknown Pleasures, Closer is still an outstanding album that gives you an insight into where the band is going and how they are about to take the energy of punk and change the music scene forever. Hook takes the lead on Closer, and his unique style of utlising higher bass notes leads the songs.

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Ex-Demo PU7 TITANIUM with M.M.A.D.S.

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£150 of this sale will be donated to Nordoff and Robbins - The UK's largest music therapy charity.

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WEEKEND WAX : Singer / Songwriters

1️⃣ The one you have heard...
David Bowie : Hunky Dory
RCA Victor 1971
Bowie's breakthrough album and still one of his best. Who doesn't love this album?

2️⃣ The one you haven't heard...
Ben Howard : The Burgh Island E.P.
Island Records 2012
A relatively unheard-of EP but full of strong, well-composed, emotional songs. If you've yet to hear this, you must!

3️⃣ The one that's been forgotten...
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds : Push The Sky Away
Bad Seed Ltd 2013
Cave's most "musical" album and one of his strongest bodies of work.

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Tired of turntable mats that alter your music? Most do by boosting or muting the bass. The Collaro Mat is different. It acts as a neutral platform, letting your records shine through with pure, uncoloured sound.

Made from high-quality, eco-friendly materials, the Collaro Mat provides a stable interface between your record and turntable. We tested countless mats while designing our Audio Origami Pro-Plinth for the Technics SP-10R, and the Collaro consistently came out on top. It's simply the best.

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Collaro Precision Cloth Turntable Mat Tired of turntable mats that alter your music? Most do, by boosting or muting the bass. The Collaro Mat is different. It acts as a neutral platform, letting your records shine through with pure, uncoloured sound. Made from high-quality, eco-friendly materials, the Collaro Mat provides a stable inter...

Thank Funk Friday... this week we have selected three funk classics to help you get in the weekend mood...

1️⃣ The one you have heard...
Curtis Mayfield : Roots
Curtom 1971
Mayfield's second studio album sees him fully embrace funk. This is a really well produced album and definitely one to start the weekend with.

2️⃣ The one you haven't heard...
A Certain Ratio : It All Comes Down To This
Mute 2024
ACR are back with a belter of a funk-rock album and it's pressed on bio-vinyl so listening to it saves the planet!

3️⃣ The one that's been forgotten...
Prince And The Revolution : Parade
Paisley Park 1986
Somehow relatively overlooked, this album deserves to be up there with Sign o' the Times. Uber funky with the most amazing live track on playout.

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It's Friday... here's your Weekend Wax...

1️⃣ The one you have heard...
Yamamoto Tsuyoshi Trio : Midnight Sugar
Three Blind Mice 1974
A classic jazz album that changed the Japanese jazz scene forever. Super clean, piano-led jazz that is so familiar and easy to listen to.

2️⃣ The one you haven't heard...
The Chemical Brothers : No Geography
Virgin 2019
The Chemical Brothers return to form with this fine big beat album. Perfect for kicking off the weekend!

3️⃣ The one that's been forgotten...
Lou Reed : Berlin
RCA Victor 1973
Opera, Lou style! Hailed as his worst album, we feel that over the years it has matured and become one of his very best.

Johnnie cutting perfect titanium arm tubes and showing the saw who’s boss!

Linn’s reference system sounding great!