Month: January 2021

Unpacking files Pleas Read!

Hey everyone,

Hope you are doing well this weekend. Some of you are having trouble unpacking files lately. The reason for this may be because this year I updated to the latest version of WinRar for Windows which I use to archive all of the files for download on BTG. In order to fix the problem, you may need to update your software to a newer version to be compatible with mine. I use a Windows operating system so I am not sure what is available for MAC users RaRLab, WinZip and Unarchiver come to mind, however, a quick Google search of how to open RAR files on a MAC should provide the answer. If you are using Windows you can also use a free program called 7 Zip which I have heard works well to unpack many file-formats including RAR files.

Also when using the MEGA link to download my 24bit files just enter the password when asked to “Enter Decryption Password” the file and you will be able to download from there. Anytime you download a file make sure you let the download finish completely or the file will not work. Information such as Password and much more are located in the FAQ section here on BTG I would advise you to give it a read if you have not already.

Lastly, let’s try to be kind to one another I look at Burning The Ground as my home I would expect people to show respect in my home so I expect it here as well. Disinformation and nastiness will not be tolerated.

I hope you enjoy the rest of your weekend.

Take care and stay safe.

-Paul

Grace Jones – Living My Life (Portugal 12″)

BURNING THE GROUND EXCLUSIVE 1983

NEW 2021 Transfer!
Meticulously Remastered!

Originally posted September 25, 2014

“Living My Life” is a Grace Jones song released as a single in 1983.

The track was originally recorded for the album of the same name, but for unknown reasons, it did not make the final cut. It received a scarce 1983 release as a UK white-label single and was officially released only in Portugal.

A remixed version was released as the B-side to the UK reissue single of “Love Is the Drug” in 1986. The original long and dub versions are yet to be reissued on CD.

SIDE A:
Living My Life (Long Version) 7:43
Mixed By – John Owen Williams*
Mixed By [Assistance] – Andy Lyden, Stephen Street

SIDE B:
Living My Life (Dub Version) 4:16
Mixed By – Stephen Street

VINYL GRADE:
Vinyl: Near Mint
Sleeve: Near Mint

RELEASE INFORMATION:
Label: Island Records ‎– 12 IS 118, Dacapo ‎– 12 IS 118
Format: Vinyl, 12″, 45 RPM
Country: Portugal
Released: 1983
Genre: Electronic
Style: Synth-pop, Dub

CREDITS:
Producer – Alex Sadkin, Chris Blackwell

NOTES:
“Dub Version” is exclusive to this 12″

Find the 12″ at DISCOGS

VINYL RESTORATION BY:
-DjPaulT
burningtheground.net

THE GEAR:
Turntable: Pro-Ject Debut Carbon (DC)
Cartridge/Stylus: Ortofon 2M Bronze
Turntable Isolation Platform: ISO-Tone™ Turntable Isolation Platform
Platter: Pro-Ject Acryl-It platter
Stabilizer: Pro-Ject Record Puck
Phono Pre-amp: Pro-Jec Tube Box DS2
DAC: Alpha Design Labs GT40a USB DAC
Record Cleaning: VPI HW 16.5 Record Cleaning Machine
Artwork Scans: Epson Workforce WF-7610 Professional Printer/Scanner

SOFTWARE:
Recording/Editing: Adobe Audition 3.0 (Recording)
Down Sampling/Dither: iZotope RX Advanced 2
Artwork Editor: Adobe Photoshop CS5
Click Removal: Manual
FLAC/MP3 Conversion: dBpoweramp
M3U Playlist: Playlist Creator

RESTORATION NOTES:
All vinyl rips are recorded @ 32bit/float
FLAC (Level Eight)
Artwork scanned at 600dpi


Password: burningtheground

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Andrew Ridgeley – Red Dress (UK 12″)

BURNING THE GROUND EXCLUSIVE 1990

NEW 2021 Transfer!
Meticulously Remastered!

Originally posted April 17, 2012

“Red Dress” is the second and final single released from Andrew Ridgeley’s only solo album Son Of Albert. “Red Dress” was the only track on the album to feature George Michael on backing vocals. The single was not successful and failed to make an impact on the charts. A promotional video was filmed for the single showing a shirtless Ridgeley playing guitar.

SIDE A:
Red Dress (12″ Mix) 6:38

SIDE B:
Red Dress (Instrumental) 4:15

VINYL GRADE:
Vinyl: Near Mint
Sleeve: Near Mint

RELEASE INFORMATION:
Label:  Epic – AJR T2
Format: Vinyl, 12″, 45 RPM, Red Vinyl
Country: UK
Released: 1990
Genre: Rock
Style: Pop/Rock

CREDITS:
Backing Vocals [uncredited] –  George Michael (tracks: A)
Producer – Andrew Ridgeley, Gary Bromham

NOTES:
Taken from the LP  “Son Of Albert”
This 12″ is pressed on Red Vinyl

Find the 12″ at DISCOGS

VINYL RESTORATION BY:
-DjPaulT
burningtheground.net

THE GEAR:
Turntable: Pro-Ject Debut Carbon (DC)
Cartridge/Stylus: Ortofon 2M Bronze
Turntable Isolation Platform: ISO-Tone™ Turntable Isolation Platform
Platter: Pro-Ject Acryl-It platter
Stabilizer: Pro-Ject Record Puck
Phono Pre-amp: Pro-Jec Tube Box DS2
DAC: Alpha Design Labs GT40a USB DAC
Record Cleaning: VPI HW 16.5 Record Cleaning Machine
Artwork Scans: Epson Workforce WF-7610 Professional Printer/Scanner

SOFTWARE:
Recording/Editing: Adobe Audition 3.0 (Recording)
Down Sampling/Dither: iZotope RX Advanced 2
Artwork Editor: Adobe Photoshop CS5
Click Removal: Manual
FLAC/MP3 Conversion: dBpoweramp
M3U Playlist: Playlist Creator

RESTORATION NOTES:
All vinyl rips are recorded @ 32bit/float
FLAC (Level Eight)
Artwork scanned at 600dpi


Password: burningtheground

You can help show your support for this blog by making a donation using PayPal. Thank you for your help.

Andrew Ridgeley – Shake (UK 12″)

BURNING THE GROUND EXCLUSIVE 1990

NEW 2021 Transfer!
Meticulously Remastered!

Originally posted April 16, 2012

“Shake” was the debut solo single by English singer, songwriter, and record producer, Andrew Ridgeley best known for his work in the 1980s as one half of the musical duo Wham!

“Shake” reached #16 on the Australian singles chart and #58 in the UK Singles Chart. “Shake” was the 81st highest-selling single of 1990 in Australia. In the United States, the song only managed to peak at #77 on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart. The song was taken from the LP “Son Of Albert”.

SIDE A:
Shake (Extended) 4:53
Written-By – Andrew Ridgeley, David Austin

SIDE B:
Hangin’ (Extended) 6:11
Written-By – N. Rogers/B. Edwards*

VINYL GRADE:
Vinyl: Near Mint
Sleeve: Near Mint

U.S. CHART HISTORY:

Year Single Chart Position
1990 Shake U.S. Billboard Hot 100 #77

 

RELEASE INFORMATION:
Label: Epic ‎– AJR GT1
Format: Vinyl, 12″, 45 RPM, Gatefold Sleeve
Country: UK
Released: 1990
Genre: Rock
Style: Pop Rock

CREDITS:
Producer, Arranged By – Andrew Ridgeley, Gary Bromham

NOTES:
Original versions appear on the LP “SON OF ALBERT”

Find the 12″ at DISCOGS

VINYL RESTORATION BY:
-DjPaulT
burningtheground.net

THE GEAR:
Turntable: Pro-Ject Debut Carbon (DC)
Cartridge/Stylus: Ortofon 2M Bronze
Turntable Isolation Platform: ISO-Tone™ Turntable Isolation Platform
Platter: Pro-Ject Acryl-It platter
Stabilizer: Pro-Ject Record Puck
Phono Pre-amp: Pro-Jec Tube Box DS2
DAC: Alpha Design Labs GT40a USB DAC
Record Cleaning: VPI HW 16.5 Record Cleaning Machine
Artwork Scans: Epson Workforce WF-7610 Professional Printer/Scanner

SOFTWARE:
Recording/Editing: Adobe Audition 3.0 (Recording)
Down Sampling/Dither: iZotope RX Advanced 2
Artwork Editor: Adobe Photoshop CS5
Click Removal: Manual
FLAC/MP3 Conversion: dBpoweramp
M3U Playlist: Playlist Creator

RESTORATION NOTES:
All vinyl rips are recorded @ 32bit/float
FLAC (Level Eight)
Artwork scanned at 600dpi


Password: burningtheground

You can help show your support for this blog by making a donation using PayPal. Thank you for your help.