SDE Blu-Ray no.23 new Crowded House album, Gravity Stairs (May 31st, 2024)

[GOS]

Now that we have this one in hand, what and when for #24??

 

[sjcorne]

The honeymoon period doesn't last long, does it?

 

[JulesRules]

Mine went through w/o problems this time (Germany).

Same here, and I ordered a few more items from SDE so I could save on shipping.

 

[DrMabuse]

Just received mine and haven’t listened yet. This already wins 2024 for worst packaging though.

 

[sjcorne]

Is it not the same packaging used for the Tom Petty 5.1 releases from years ago?

 

[GOS]

Is it not the same packaging used for the Tom Petty 5.1 releases from years ago?

Probably the slipcase is what everyone is griping about. It's a bit odd, I haven't tried to place it on yet.

 

[sjcorne]

Also, anyone notice track #2 is a completely different mix than what’s on Apple Music?

These Blu-Rays must have been pressed before “Life’s Imitation” became “Teenage Summer”.

 

[DrMabuse]

Biggest issue with the packaging is beyond the horrible cardboard “tight fit” - this release is part of the SDE “series” which up to now have all been the same. Props to Paul @ SDE for creating a “box” for it to try to maintain the aesthetics of the series but having collected all 23 there now is an outlier.

Listened to the Atmos mix last night and it and the album are terrific.

 

[marpow]

Ripping notes: If you are using MMH with MusicBrainz, track two is wrong, should be changed to Life's Imitation.

@PaulatSDE Regarding packaging on #23. Not good. Fully enclosed cardboard sleeve unnecessary and does not add to beauty/performance of the series.
Blu Ray unbelievably tight in jacket, not necessary. I just left mine in the center, not putting back in slot that is too tight.
Listening/watching my six choices, will take a few days, 2 videos in stereo, 2 stereo, album and instrumental, one 5.1 and one Atmos.

 

[privateuniverse]

Ripping notes: If you are using MMH with MusicBrainz, track two is wrong, should be changed to Life's Imitation.

I saw an interview with Neil where he said that at the last minute he decided to change the name of the song to "Teenage Summer". By that time though, packaging had been printed. Any future pressings will have the new title. "Teenage Summer" is also the title of the song on the streaming services.

I had the same problem getting the disc out of the package and am doing the same, leaving it in the center.

 

[marpow]

I saw an interview with Neil where he said that at the last minute he decided to change the name of the song to "Teenage Summer". By that time though, packaging had been printed. Any future pressings will have the new title. "Teenage Summer" is also the title of the song on the streaming services.

I had the same problem getting the disc out of the package and am doing the same, leaving it in the center.

Very interesting, not sure why one would do that, especially after release.
Lyrics have the words Teenage Summer 3 times and Life's Imitation 4 times, go figure, artist privilege.

 

[HenkG]

Very interesting, not sure why one would do that, especially after release.
Lyrics have the words Teenage Summer 3 times and Life's Imitation 4 times, go figure, artist privilege.

Not important either the music matters

 

[Perp]

I prefer what’s printed on my packaging. Life’s Imitation.

 

[marpow]

I prefer what’s printed on my packaging. Life’s Imitation.

Second that.

 

[Victor Bisio]

Not important either the music matters

...which I hear is not very good, either.

 

[himey]

...which I hear is not very good, either.

Lost in translation?

 

[Victor Bisio]

Lost in translation?

I hear that the songs are just mediocre at best.

 

[jarrod2750]

I tried to order this 2 weeks ago while in stock. The order went through and nothing ever shipped. I reached out multiple times for an update and there were problems with their email system. Fast forward I had to go through my credit card company for resolution. This was my last and final order. I like to support small business, but….

 

[Tres Discrete]

I tried to order this 2 weeks ago while in stock. The order went through and nothing ever shipped. I reached out multiple times for an update and there were problems with their email system. Fast forward I had to go through my credit card company for resolution. This was my last and final order. I like to support small business, but….

Wow - that’s too bad.
I have always had great luck with the SDE Shop, and Anne (Paul’s wife) has always been extremely responsive.
Not sure what happened here…

 

[jarrod2750]

Wow - that’s too bad.
I have always had great luck with the SDE Shop, and Anne (Paul’s wife) has always been extremely responsive.
Not sure what happened here…

I’m not sure either but it is the second time I’ve had communication issues with them where no responses for weeks. Oh well