Classic Metal Show
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The Classic Metal Show: Hail and Kill!
Are Re-Recorded Classic Rock Albums A Total Scam? (2012 Archive)
28 minutes Posted Sep 29, 2026 at 11:19 pm.
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When classic 80s bands lose the rights to their original master recordings, they usually run straight to the studio to re-record their biggest hits. But what happens when the new versions sound completely unmitigated, flat-out terrible? We listen to Loverboy’s re-recorded tracks side-by-side with the originals, and the drop in quality is mind-blowing. From shot vocal cords to completely lifeless guitar playing, why are bands putting out garbage like this, and does anyone actually buy these things?

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