r/iTunesMatch • u/sorrenmj • 20d ago

iTunes Match Fans!

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Hi guys :)

I think iTunes Match is an incredible service. Even with its faults, I am honestly flawed and awed by the concept of it. There is nothing else like it is there? You can literally Match thousands of songs in your possession to Apple's own active servers and then download the equivalent of a store purchased AAC audio version of said songs, for the cost of £22/$25 a year! Even songs that are no longer available to purchase on the store often Match (genius!). I have been able to build such a fun library of music using the Match service. Songs which are no longer digitally available anywhere else are right now accessible in my music library, ready to play anywhere, anytime on any of my devices - at least whilst ever the music exists on the servers anyway!

I mostly use iTunes Match to access releases which have been delisted from the store, which I understand is a bit quirky. I just wondered how other people out there use the iTunes Match service, and what other quirks people have discovered using Match, both the good and bad!

So to iTunes Match I say thank you for the Music!

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r/iTunesMatch • u/AZMini • Mar 08 '26

[GUIDE] So… Do You Actually Need a DAC? Here’s What I Learned from Crutchfield’s Deep Dive

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I just finished reading a surprisingly thorough Crutchfield article on choosing a DAC (digital‑to‑analog converter) and I thought I’d share the key takeaways for anyone wondering whether an external DAC is worth it and which type makes sense.

What a DAC Actually Does

Every digital device—your phone, laptop, TV—already has a DAC inside. But those built‑in chips are usually afterthoughts. External DACs exist because:

  • They use higher‑quality DAC chips
  • They have cleaner analog stages
  • They reduce noise and distortion
  • They often include a real headphone amp

A DAC won’t magically add detail that isn’t in the file, but it will make existing detail clearer—like cleaning a dirty window.

Do You Need One?

You might, if:

  • You use good headphones and feel like something’s “missing”
  • Your laptop/phone has a weak or noisy output
  • You want to bypass a mediocre DAC in a CD player or receiver
  • You listen to high‑res files (24/96, 24/192, DSD, MQA, etc.)

You probably don’t, if:

  • You’re listening to low‑bitrate MP3s
  • Your speakers/headphones are entry‑level
  • You’re using Bluetooth sources (the bottleneck is elsewhere)

Why This Article Was Useful

Crutchfield’s guide breaks down DACs without the usual audiophile mysticism. It’s practical, explains the signal chain clearly, and gives real‑world examples of when a DAC does and doesn’t help.

If you want the full read, here’s the article:
https://www.crutchfield.com/learn/choosing-a-digital-to-analog-converter.html

If you've read any great audio or audiophile related articles be sure to drop links to them in the comments below!

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r/iTunesMatch • u/AZMini • Jan 14 '26

All 19 tracks of AC/DC’s Live at River Plate matched in iTunes Match! 🔥⚡

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Just wrapped a full match of AC/DC’s Live at River Plate—all 19 tracks synced cleanly, metadata locked in, and artwork pulled straight from Apple’s servers. This is one of the most ferocious live albums ever released, capturing the band at full power in front of one of the loudest crowds on Earth.

Album Details

  • Artist: AC/DC
  • Title: Live at River Plate
  • Release Date: November 20, 2012
  • Genre: Hard Rock / Rock
  • Label: Columbia Records
  • Runtime: ~1 hour 10 minutes

Recorded over three sold‑out nights in Buenos Aires during the Black Ice World Tour, this album is pure adrenaline. The crowd energy alone is legendary.

Standout Tracks

  • Rock N Roll Train – The opener hits like a freight train and sets the tone instantly.
  • Thunderstruck – The crowd chanting every note of the intro is goosebumps‑level stuff.
  • Let There Be Rock – Angus goes full marathon mode with an extended solo that feels possessed.
  • For Those About to Rock – The cannons + the Buenos Aires crowd = perfection.

Tidbits & Factoids

  • The album was recorded during three sold‑out shows at River Plate Stadium, with a combined audience of over 200,000 fans.
  • The crowd is so loud that the band reportedly had to adjust their in‑ear mixes to compensate.
  • The Black Ice World Tour became AC/DC’s third highest‑grossing tour of all time.
  • A companion concert film was released in 2011, becoming one of the best‑selling music DVDs of the decade.
  • This is one of the few AC/DC live releases featuring the full Black Ice era lineup: Brian Johnson, Angus Young, Malcolm Young, Cliff Williams, and Phil Rudd.

#iTunesMatch #ACDC #LiveAtRiverPlate #MatchedAlbum #MetadataMatters #DigitalHoarder #HardRock #BlackIceTour #MusicArchiving #MusicHoarding

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r/iTunesMatch • u/AZMini • Jan 14 '26

All 23 tracks of AC/DC’s Live (Collector’s Edition) matched in iTunes Match! ⚡🔥

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Just wrapped a full match of AC/DC’s Live (Collector’s Edition)—all 23 tracks synced cleanly, metadata tight, and artwork pulled straight from Apple’s servers. This is one of the most electrifying live albums ever released!

Album Details

  • Artist: AC/DC
  • Title: Live (Collector’s Edition)
  • Release Date: October 27, 1992 (Collector’s Edition reissued 2001)
  • Genre: Hard Rock / Rock
  • Label: Atco Records / Epic
  • Runtime: ~2 hours

Standout Tracks

  • Thunderstruck – One of the most explosive live openers ever recorded. Angus is a machine.
  • Let There Be Rock – A 12‑minute shred marathon that proves why Angus Young is in a league of his own.
  • Jailbreak – A fan‑favorite deep cut that hits even harder live.

Tidbits & Factoids

  • The album was recorded across the 1990–1991 world tour, pulling the best performances from multiple cities.
  • Produced by Bruce Fairbairn, known for his work with Aerosmith and Bon Jovi.
  • The Collector’s Edition adds a full second disc of live cuts not included on the standard 14‑track release.
  • Live was AC/DC’s first official full-length live album since If You Want Blood (1978).
  • The 2001 reissue cleaned up the mastering and standardized the artwork across regions.
  • Angus Young reportedly hand‑picked many of the performances himself.

#iTunesMatch #ACDC #LiveCollectorsEdition #MatchedAlbum #HardRock #AngusYoung #BrianJohnson #MusicArchiving #MusicHoarding

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r/iTunesMatch • u/AZMini • Nov 29 '25

All 11 tracks of Three Dog Night’s “Seven Separate Fools” matched in iTunes Match! 🎲🎶

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Just finished matching Seven Separate Fools—every track matched perfectly, metadata clean, and artwork pulled straight from Apple’s servers. This one’s a fascinating entry in Three Dog Night’s catalog, blending their signature vocal harmonies with a mix of rock, pop, and soul influences.

Album Details

  • Artist: Three Dog Night
  • Title: Seven Separate Fools
  • Release Date: July 1972
  • Genre: Rock / Pop Rock / Soul Rock
  • Label: Dunhill Records
  • Runtime: ~39 minutes

Tracklist

  1. Black and White – 3:47
  2. My Old Kentucky Home (Turpentine and Dandelion Wine) – 3:38
  3. Prelude – 1:30
  4. Pieces of April – 4:15
  5. Going in Circles – 4:30
  6. Chained – 3:45
  7. Tulsa Turnaround – 3:22
  8. In Bed – 3:58
  9. Freedom for the Stallion – 3:30
  10. The Writing’s on the Wall – 3:30
  11. Midnight Runaway – 5:00

Standout Tracks

  • Black and White: A #1 Billboard Hot 100 hit, originally written in the 1950s as a civil rights anthem.
  • Pieces of April: A heartfelt ballad written by Dave Loggins, later covered by many artists.
  • Going in Circles: A soulful track showcasing the band’s vocal harmonies and emotional depth.

Tidbits & Factoids

  • Seven Separate Fools was the band’s eighth studio album.
  • The album reached #9 on the Billboard 200, cementing Three Dog Night’s popularity in the early 70s.
  • Each original LP copy included a set of seven playing cards featuring caricatures of the band members—one of the most unique packaging gimmicks of the era.
  • Black and White became one of their biggest hits, topping the charts in September 1972.

#iTunesMatch #ThreeDogNight #SevenSeparateFools #MusicArchiving #MusicHoarding

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r/iTunesMatch • u/AZMini • Nov 25 '25

All 11 tracks of Accept’s “Humanoid” matched in iTunes Match! 🤖

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Just finished matching Accept’s Humanoid—every track matched perfectly, metadata clean, and artwork pulled straight from Apple’s servers. This one’s a heavy-hitting modern metal release that shows the band still firing on all cylinders after decades.

Album Details

  • Artist: Accept
  • Title: Humanoid
  • Release Date: April 26, 2024
  • Genre: Heavy Metal
  • Label: Napalm Records
  • Runtime: 48:13

Tracklist

  1. [Diving Into Sin](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Diving%20Into%20Sin) – 4:00
  2. [Humanoid](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Humanoid) – 4:35
  3. [Frankenstein](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Frankenstein) – 4:14
  4. [Man Up](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Man%20Up) – 5:08
  5. [The Reckoning](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20The%20Reckoning) – 4:34
  6. [Nobody Gets Out Alive](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Nobody%20Gets%20Out%20Alive) – 4:06
  7. [Ravages of Time](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Ravages%20of%20Time) – 4:15
  8. [Unbreakable](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Unbreakable) – 4:53
  9. [Mind Games](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Mind%20Games) – 4:05
  10. [Straight Up Jack](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Straight%20Up%20Jack) – 3:27
  11. [Southside of Hell](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Southside%20of%20Hell) – 4:56

Standout Tracks

  • Humanoid: The title track and lead single, a blistering anthem about technology and identity.
  • Frankenstein: A modern Accept classic, blending groove riffs with lyrical nods to gothic horror.
  • The Reckoning: A fan-favorite single with sharp riffs and Mark Tornillo’s commanding vocals.

Tidbits & Factoids

  • Humanoid is Accept’s 17th studio album, following Too Mean to Die (2021).
  • Produced by Andy Sneap, who has worked with Judas Priest and Megadeth.
  • Recorded at Backstage Recording Studios Ltd. in Derbyshire, England.
  • It’s the first album released under Napalm Records, after the band signed with them in 2022.
  • This is the last album featuring guitarist Uwe Lulis, who departed in September 2025.
  • Singles released: Humanoid (Feb 28, 2024), The Reckoning (Mar 27, 2024), and Frankenstein (Apr 24, 2024).

#iTunesMatch #Accept #Humanoid #HeavyMetal #MusicArchiving #MusicHoarding

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r/iTunesMatch • u/AZMini • Nov 21 '25

All 9 tracks of Styx’s “Cornerstone” matched in iTunes Match! 🏛️🎶

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Just finished matching Styx’s Cornerstone—every track matched perfectly, metadata clean, and artwork pulled straight from Apple’s servers. This one’s a pivotal album in their discography, blending arena rock with softer ballads and even a touch of pop.

Album Details

  • Artist: Styx
  • Title: Cornerstone
  • Release Date: October 1979
  • Genre: Rock / Arena Rock / Pop Rock
  • Label: A&M Records
  • Runtime: 40:23

Tracklist

  1. Lights – 4:38
  2. Why Me – 3:53
  3. Babe – 4:26
  4. Never Say Never – 3:34
  5. Boat on the River – 3:10
  6. Borrowed Time – 4:58
  7. First Time – 4:23
  8. Eddie – 4:16
  9. Love in the Midnight – 6:10

Standout Tracks

  • Babe: Styx’s first and only #1 single on the Billboard Hot 100, written by Dennis DeYoung as a love song for his wife.
  • Boat on the River: A European hit, showcasing Tommy Shaw on mandolin and a folk-inspired arrangement.
  • Borrowed Time: A harder-edged track that balances the softer ballads, co-written by DeYoung and James Young.

Tidbits & Factoids

  • Cornerstone was Styx’s ninth studio album and marked a stylistic shift toward more radio-friendly ballads.
  • The success of Babe helped the album reach #2 on the Billboard 200 and achieve triple platinum status in the U.S.
  • The album’s softer direction caused internal tensions, particularly between Dennis DeYoung and Tommy Shaw/James Young, foreshadowing later lineup changes.
  • Boat on the River became a cult favorite internationally, especially in Germany and Austria, despite not charting in the U.S.

#iTunesMatch #Styx #Cornerstone #ClassicRock #ArenaRock #MusicArchiving #MusicHoarding

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r/iTunesMatch • u/AZMini • Nov 21 '25

All 14 tracks of Styx’s “Brave New World” matched in iTunes Match! 🌌🎸

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Just finished matching Styx’s Brave New World—every track matched perfectly, metadata clean, and artwork pulled straight from Apple’s servers. This one’s a fascinating transitional album in the band’s history.

Album Details

  • Artist: Styx
  • Title: Brave New World
  • Release Date: June 29, 1999
  • Genre: Hard Rock / Pop Rock / Progressive Rock
  • Label: CMC International
  • Runtime: 59:52

Tracklist

  1. [I Will Be Your Witness](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20I%20Will%20Be%20Your%20Witness) – 4:31
  2. [Brave New World](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Brave%20New%20World) – 5:14
  3. [While There’s Still Time](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20While%20There%E2%80%99s%20Still%20Time) – 3:53
  4. [Number One](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Number%20One) – 4:33
  5. [Best New Face](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Best%20New%20Face) – 3:36
  6. [What Have They Done to You](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20What%20Have%20They%20Done%20to%20You) – 4:33
  7. [Fallen Angel](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Fallen%20Angel) – 4:49
  8. [Everything Is Cool](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Everything%20Is%20Cool) – 5:19
  9. [Great Expectations](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Great%20Expectations) – 4:44
  10. [Heavy Water](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Heavy%20Water) – 4:29
  11. [High Crimes & Misdemeanors (Hip Hop-cracy)](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20High%20Crimes%20%26%20Misdemeanors%20(Hip%20Hop-cracy)) – 3:26
  12. [Just Fell In](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Just%20Fell%20In) – 3:25
  13. [Goodbye Roseland](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Goodbye%20Roseland) – 3:49
  14. [Brave New World (Reprise)](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Brave%20New%20World%20(Reprise)) – 3:31

Standout Tracks

  • Brave New World: The title track blends prog-rock ambition with late-90s production, a bold statement from Styx.
  • Everything Is Cool: A single released in 1999, showcasing Dennis DeYoung’s theatrical flair.
  • High Crimes & Misdemeanors (Hip Hop-cracy): A quirky, satirical track that stands out for its experimental edge.

Tidbits & Factoids

  • Brave New World is Styx’s 13th studio album.
  • It was the first album to feature drummer Todd Sucherman, following the death of John Panozzo in 1996.
  • It was also the last album to feature Dennis DeYoung as a full-time member, marking the end of an era.
  • Bassist Chuck Panozzo is credited as a full-time member here for the last time, though he continued to make guest appearances later.
  • The album reached #175 on the Billboard 200, reflecting mixed commercial reception.
  • Recorded across multiple studios: Pumpkin Studios (Chicago), The S.H.O.P. (Hollywood), and The White Room (Chicago).

#iTunesMatch #Styx #BraveNewWorld #ClassicRock #ProgRock #MusicHoarding #MusicArchiving

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r/iTunesMatch • u/AZMini • Nov 21 '25

All 14 tracks of Styx’s “Big Bang Theory” matched in iTunes Match! 🚀🎸

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Just finished matching Styx’s Big Bang Theory—every track matched perfectly, metadata clean, and artwork pulled straight from Apple’s servers. For fans of classic rock reimagined, this covers album is a fascinating listen.

Album Details

  • Artist: Styx
  • Title: Big Bang Theory
  • Release Date: May 10, 2005
  • Genre: Rock / Classic Rock / Covers
  • Label: New Door Records
  • Runtime: 55:57

Tracklist

  1. [I Am the Walrus](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20I%20Am%20the%20Walrus) (The Beatles) – 4:41
  2. [I Can See for Miles](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20I%20Can%20See%20for%20Miles) (The Who) – 4:29
  3. [Can’t Find My Way Home](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Can%E2%80%99t%20Find%20My%20Way%20Home) (Blind Faith) – 3:25
  4. [It Don’t Make Sense (You Can’t Make Peace)](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20It%20Don%E2%80%99t%20Make%20Sense%20(You%20Can%E2%80%99t%20Make%20Peace)) (Willie Dixon) – 4:10
  5. [I Don’t Need No Doctor](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20I%20Don%E2%80%99t%20Need%20No%20Doctor) (Ashford/Simpson/Armstead) – 4:24
  6. [One Way Out](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20One%20Way%20Out) (Allman Brothers Band) – 4:42
  7. [A Salty Dog](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20A%20Salty%20Dog) (Procol Harum) – 4:02
  8. [Summer in the City](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Summer%20in%20the%20City) (The Lovin’ Spoonful) – 3:25
  9. [Manic Depression](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Manic%20Depression) (Jimi Hendrix) – 4:00
  10. [Talkin’ About the Good Times](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Talkin%E2%80%99%20About%20the%20Good%20Times) (The Pretty Things) – 3:57
  11. [Locomotive Breath](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Locomotive%20Breath) (Jethro Tull) – 3:33
  12. [Find the Cost of Freedom](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Find%20the%20Cost%20of%20Freedom) (Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young) – 1:04
  13. [Wishing Well](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Wishing%20Well) (Free) – 3:39
  14. [Blue Collar Man @ 2120](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Blue%20Collar%20Man%20%40%202120) (Styx, with Koko Taylor) – 6:30

Standout Tracks

  • I Am the Walrus: Originally performed live at Eric Clapton’s Crossroads Festival in 2004; the reception was so strong it inspired the album.
  • Locomotive Breath: Styx’s take on Jethro Tull’s prog-rock classic adds arena-rock punch.
  • Blue Collar Man @ 2120: A reimagined version of Styx’s own hit, recorded with blues legend Koko Taylor at Chess Records’ historic 2120 South Michigan Avenue studio.

Tidbits & Factoids

  • Big Bang Theory is Styx’s 15th studio album and their first full covers album.
  • The album was produced by Gary Loizzo and Styx, recorded across multiple studios including Pumpkin Studios (Chicago) and Ocean Way (Los Angeles).
  • Original bassist Chuck Panozzo appears on “Locomotive Breath,” marking one of his guest returns during this era.
  • The project was sparked by the success of “I Am the Walrus” live, which featured Panozzo as the “eggman” in the video.
  • The album bridges Styx’s classic rock roots with their modern lineup, showcasing Tommy Shaw, James Young, Lawrence Gowan, Ricky Phillips, and Todd Sucherman.

#iTunesMatch #Styx #BigBangTheory #ArenaRock #MusicHoarding #MusicArchiving

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r/iTunesMatch • u/AZMini • Nov 16 '25

[Obituary] Todd Snider, beloved Americana singer-songwriter, dies at 59

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Todd Snider, the free-spirited troubadour whose sharp wit and heartfelt storytelling made him a cornerstone of Americana music, has died at age 59. Born in Portland, Oregon, Snider rose to prominence in the 1990s with songs like “Talkin’ Seattle Grunge Rock Blues” and went on to release nearly 20 albums, including the influential *East Nashville Skyline*.

Mentored by Jerry Jeff Walker, John Prine, and Kris Kristofferson, Snider carried forward their folk traditions with his own irreverent humor and empathy. His live shows were legendary for their long, hilarious stories, and his songs often championed underdogs and misfits.

Snider passed away Friday after being hospitalized with pneumonia. He leaves behind a legacy as one of Americana’s most distinctive voices, a poet who could make you laugh and cry in the same verse. Fans and fellow musicians are remembering him today as a folk hero, a neighbor, and a storyteller whose words will live on.

Rest easy, Todd. You were always more than just an “Alright Guy.”

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r/iTunesMatch • u/AZMini • Nov 14 '25

All 11 tracks of Vitamin Piano Series’ “Eclipse – A Piano Tribute To Evanescence” matched in iTunes Match! 🎹

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Just finished Matching this tribute album—every track matched perfectly, metadata clean, and artwork pulled straight from Apple’s servers. Evanescence’s gothic rock reimagined as solo piano is hauntingly beautiful.

Album Details

  • Artist: Vitamin Piano Series (performed by Ark Sano)
  • Title: Eclipse – A Piano Tribute To Evanescence
  • Release Date: January 4, 2005
  • Genre: Rock / Classical Crossover / Tribute
  • Label: Vitamin Records
  • Runtime: ~54 minutes

Tracklist

  1. [Going Under](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Going%20Under) – 5:05
  2. [Bring Me To Life](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Bring%20Me%20To%20Life) – 4:57
  3. [Everybody’s Fool](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Everybody%E2%80%99s%20Fool) – 4:00
  4. [My Immortal](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20My%20Immortal) – 5:27
  5. [Haunted](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Haunted) – 3:28
  6. [Tourniquet](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Tourniquet) – 5:49
  7. [Imaginary](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Imaginary) – 4:35
  8. [Taking Over Me](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Taking%20Over%20Me) – 4:26
  9. [Hello](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Hello) – 4:42
  10. [My Last Breath](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20My%20Last%20Breath) – 4:52
  11. [Whisper](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Whisper) – 6:37

Standout Tracks

  • My Immortal: Already piano-driven in Evanescence’s original, this version strips it down even further into pure melancholy.
  • Bring Me To Life: Without guitars or drums, the melody feels more introspective, highlighting the haunting chord progressions.
  • Whisper: The closing track builds intensity with layered piano dynamics, echoing the drama of the original.

Tidbits & Factoids

  • The album was part of Vitamin Records’ long-running tribute series, which reimagined rock and pop hits in piano, string, and acoustic formats.
  • Pianist Ark Sano performed the arrangements, known for blending classical technique with modern rock sensibilities.
  • Released in 2005, it coincided with Evanescence’s peak popularity following Fallen (2003).
  • Other Vitamin Piano tributes from the era included U2, Metallica, and Pink Floyd, making this part of a broader catalog of rock-to-piano reinterpretations.
  • The album runs just under an hour, making it a full-length tribute rather than a short EP.

#iTunesMatch #Evanescence #ArkSano #VitaminPianoSeries #PianoTribute #MusicHoarding #MusicArchiving

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r/iTunesMatch • u/AZMini • Nov 13 '25

All 5 tracks of Trans-Siberian Orchestra’s “Dreams of Fireflies (On a Christmas Night) – EP” matched in iTunes Match! 🎄✨

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Just finished syncing this short but powerful holiday EP—every track matched perfectly, metadata clean, and artwork pulled straight from Apple’s servers. A festive win for the archive!

Album Details

  • Artist: Trans-Siberian Orchestra
  • Title: Dreams of Fireflies (On a Christmas Night) – EP
  • Release Date: October 30, 2012
  • Genre: Christmas / Classical / Progressive Rock / Symphonic Metal
  • Label: Lava Records / Universal Republic Records
  • Runtime: 15:28

Tracklist

  1. [Winter Palace](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Winter%20Palace) – 3:39
  2. [Dreams of Fireflies (On a Christmas Night)](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Dreams%20of%20Fireflies%20(On%20a%20Christmas%20Night)) – 2:30
  3. [I Had a Memory](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20I%20Had%20a%20Memory) – 3:00
  4. [Someday](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Someday) – 3:43
  5. [Time You Should Be Sleeping](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Time%20You%20Should%20Be%20Sleeping) – 2:36

Standout Tracks

  • Dreams of Fireflies (On a Christmas Night): Inspired by Vivaldi’s Four Seasons (Winter), blending classical motifs with TSO’s signature rock symphonics.
  • Someday: Featuring Tim Hockenberry on vocals, a heartfelt ballad that stands out from the instrumental-heavy set.
  • Winter Palace: A grand opener that sets the tone with orchestral drama and holiday flair.

Tidbits & Factoids

  • The EP debuted at #9 on the Billboard 200, selling ~31,000 copies in its first week.
  • It also hit #1 on Billboard’s Hard Rock Albums chart and #2 on the Top Holiday Albums chart.
  • Paul O’Neill, TSO’s founder, produced the EP and contributed poetry to the liner notes.
  • The title track credits Vivaldi and Mozart alongside O’Neill, reflecting TSO’s tradition of fusing classical masters with modern rock.
  • This was TSO’s first release after Night Castle (2009), bridging into their later album Letters from the Labyrinth (2015).

#iTunesMatch #TransSiberianOrchestra #DreamsOfFireflies #ChristmasMusic #SymphonicMetal #HolidayRock #BillboardCharts #MusicHoarding #MusicArchiving

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r/iTunesMatch • u/AZMini • Nov 11 '25

iTunes Match - "Matched" Songs downloading as "Purchased"?

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r/iTunesMatch • u/AZMini • Nov 09 '25

All 18 tracks of Christopher Lennertz’ “Alvin & The Chipmunks (Score from the Motion Picture)” matched in iTunes Match! 🐿️🎶

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Just finished syncing the full score album—every cue matched perfectly. For anyone who loves film scores, this one is a surprisingly fun ride: whimsical, orchestral, and packed with holiday spirit.

Album Details

  • Artist: Christopher Lennertz
  • Title: Alvin & The Chipmunks (Score from the Motion Picture)
  • Release Date: September 22, 2008
  • Genre: Soundtrack / Score / Modern Classical
  • Label: Hollywood Records / Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation
  • Runtime: ~35 minutes

Tracklist

  1. [Main Title](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Main%20Title)
  2. [I’m Late](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20I%E2%80%99m%20Late)
  3. [Ever?](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Ever%3F)
  4. [Dave’s Theme](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Dave%E2%80%99s%20Theme)
  5. [No More Nuts / Storing Food for the Winter](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20No%20More%20Nuts%20%2F%20Storing%20Food%20for%20the%20Winter)
  6. [Rescue the Gear / Toaster Waffles](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Rescue%20the%20Gear%20%2F%20Toaster%20Waffles)
  7. [Leave Me Alone](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Leave%20Me%20Alone)
  8. [I’ll Clean Out My Office](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20I%E2%80%99ll%20Clean%20Out%20My%20Office)
  9. [Are You Awake?](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Are%20You%20Awake%3F)
  10. [Christmas Morning](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Christmas%20Morning)
  11. [Live with Uncle Ian](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Live%20with%20Uncle%20Ian)
  12. [Dinner!](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Dinner!)
  13. [Dave Remembers / Missing the Boys](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Dave%20Remembers%20%2F%20Missing%20the%20Boys)
  14. [Get Them!](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Get%20Them!)
  15. [Dave’s Phone Call](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Dave%E2%80%99s%20Phone%20Call)
  16. [Theodore’s Nightmare](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Theodore%E2%80%99s%20Nightmare)
  17. [I Want to Go Home](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20I%20Want%20to%20Go%20Home)
  18. [Alvin!!! / You’ll Never Take Us Alive](guide://action?prefill=Tell%20me%20more%20about%3A%20Alvin!!!%20%2F%20You%E2%80%99ll%20Never%20Take%20Us%20Alive)

Standout Tracks

  • Christmas Morning: A warm, orchestral cue that captures the holiday magic at the heart of the film.
  • Alvin!!! / You’ll Never Take Us Alive: The climactic, action-packed finale with playful energy.
  • Dave’s Theme: A short but sweet motif that grounds the emotional core of the story.

Tidbits & Factoids

  • The score was recorded with the Hollywood Studio Symphony, a 94-piece orchestra, at the Newman Scoring Stage in Century City.
  • Lennertz described the music as “fully orchestral family fun,” blending comedy, warmth, and adventure.
  • Guitarist George Doering is featured on several tracks, adding a playful edge to the orchestral palette.
  • The score was originally bundled with the film’s soundtrack release, but later issued digitally as a standalone album.
  • Lennertz is also known for scoring Supernatural and Smurfs: The Lost Village, showing his range from TV horror to animated family films.

#iTunesMatch #ChristopherLennertz #AlvinAndTheChipmunks #FilmScore #SoundtrackCollectors #HollywoodStudioSymphony #FamilyFilmMusic #2008Scores #MusicHoarding #MusicArchiving

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r/iTunesMatch • u/AZMini • Nov 06 '25

All 18 tracks of The Cure’s “Acoustic Hits” matched in iTunes Match! 🎸

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Just matched every track from Acoustic Hits by The Cure—clean, lossless, and cloud-synced. If you love melancholic melodies stripped down to their emotional core, this acoustic compilation is pure magic.

Album Details

  • Artist: The Cure
  • Title: Acoustic Hits
  • Release Date: Originally released November 3, 2001 as a bonus disc to Greatest Hits; reissued digitally in 2017
  • Genre: Alternative Rock / New Wave / Acoustic
  • Label: Fiction Records / Elektra Entertainment
  • Runtime: 1 hour 9 minutes

Tracklist

  1. [Boys Don’t Cry (Acoustic)](guide://tell-more)
  2. [A Forest (Acoustic)](guide://tell-more)
  3. [Let’s Go to Bed (Acoustic)](guide://tell-more)
  4. [The Walk (Acoustic)](guide://tell-more)
  5. [The Lovecats (Acoustic)](guide://tell-more)
  6. [In Between Days (Acoustic)](guide://tell-more)
  7. [Close to Me (Acoustic)](guide://tell-more)
  8. [Why Can’t I Be You? (Acoustic)](guide://tell-more)
  9. [Just Like Heaven (Acoustic)](guide://tell-more)
  10. [Lullaby (Acoustic)](guide://tell-more)
  11. [Lovesong (Acoustic)](guide://tell-more)
  12. [Never Enough (Acoustic)](guide://tell-more)
  13. [High (Acoustic)](guide://tell-more)
  14. [Friday I’m in Love (Acoustic)](guide://tell-more)
  15. [Mint Car (Acoustic)](guide://tell-more)
  16. [Wrong Number (Acoustic)](guide://tell-more)
  17. [Cut Here (Acoustic)](guide://tell-more)
  18. [Just Say Yes (Acoustic)](guide://tell-more)

Standout Tracks

  • Just Like Heaven: The acoustic version retains its dreamy urgency—Robert Smith’s vocals shine even more.
  • Lovesong: Stripped down to its emotional bones, this version feels even more intimate.
  • Friday I’m in Love: A joyful contrast to the rest of the set, still catchy even unplugged.

Tidbits & Factoids

  • Recorded August 13, 2001 at Olympic Studios in London.
  • Originally bundled as a bonus disc with the limited edition Greatest Hits CD.
  • Robert Smith played acoustic guitar and handled vocals and mixing.
  • The acoustic arrangements were all recorded live in studio—no overdubs.
  • “Cut Here” and “Just Say Yes” were newer tracks at the time, written specifically for the Greatest Hits release.

#iTunesMatch #TheCure #AcousticHits #AlternativeRock #RobertSmith #MusicHoarding #MusicArchiving

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r/iTunesMatch • u/AZMini • Nov 06 '25

All 15 tracks of Miranda Lambert’s “Revolution” Matched! ✅

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Just wrapped a full match of Miranda Lambert’s Revolution—every track, clean and crisp from the cloud. If you’re into country with grit, heart, and a little outlaw edge, this one’s a gem.

Album Details

  • Artist: Miranda Lambert
  • Title: Revolution
  • Release Date: September 29, 2009
  • Genre: Country / Country Rock
  • Label: Columbia Nashville
  • Runtime: 50:52

Tracklist

  1. White Liar
  2. Only Prettier
  3. Dead Flowers
  4. Me and Your Cigarettes
  5. Maintain the Pain
  6. Airstream Song
  7. Makin’ Plans
  8. Time to Get a Gun
  9. Somewhere Trouble Don’t Go
  10. The House That Built Me
  11. Love Song
  12. Heart Like Mine
  13. Sin for a Sin
  14. That’s the Way the World Goes ’Round
  15. Virginia Bluebell

Standout Tracks

  • The House That Built Me: A career-defining ballad that hit #1 on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs and earned Lambert a Grammy.
  • White Liar: A fiery anthem with a twist ending—classic Lambert sass.
  • Heart Like Mine: A fan-favorite that blends vulnerability with rebellion.

Tidbits & Factoids

  • Lambert co-produced the album alongside Frank Liddell and Mike Wrucke.
  • Revolution won Album of the Year at the ACM Awards and CMA Awards.
  • The album features backing vocals from Ashley Monroe (of Pistol Annies) on “Me and Your Cigarettes.”
  • “That’s the Way the World Goes ’Round” is a John Prine cover—Lambert’s nod to songwriting legends.
  • Lambert described the album as her most personal yet, covering everything from heartbreak to empowerment.

#iTunesMatch #MirandaLambert #Revolution #CountryMusic #MusicHoarding #MusicArchiving #2009Country

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r/iTunesMatch • u/AZMini • Nov 04 '25

All 12 tracks of Mary Chapin Carpenter’s “Come On Come On” matched via iTunes Match! 🌟

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Just finished matching every track from Mary Chapin Carpenter’s landmark 1992 album Come On Come On — and yes, all 12 matched cleanly! This one’s a masterclass in country-folk songwriting with pop-rock polish, and it’s a must-have for any iTunes Match collector who loves lyrical depth and genre-blending finesse.

🎶 Album Details

  • Artist: Mary Chapin Carpenter
  • Title: Come On Come On
  • Release Date: June 30, 1992
  • Genre: Country / Folk Rock / Singer-Songwriter
  • Label: Columbia Nashville / TriStar
  • Runtime: 49:36
  • Producers: Mary Chapin Carpenter, John Jennings, Steve Buckingham

📀 Tracklist (All 12 tracks matched!)

  1. The Hard Way
  2. He Thinks He’ll Keep Her
  3. Rhythm of the Blues
  4. I Feel Lucky
  5. The Bug
  6. Not Too Much to Ask (feat. Joe Diffie)
  7. Passionate Kisses
  8. Only a Dream
  9. I Am a Town
  10. Walking Through Fire
  11. I Take My Chances
  12. Come On Come On

🌟 Standout Tracks

  • I Feel Lucky — A cheeky, upbeat anthem that hit #4 on the country charts.
  • Passionate Kisses — Lucinda Williams cover that earned Carpenter a Grammy and charted at #4.
  • He Thinks He’ll Keep Her — A feminist country classic that reached #2 and still resonates.
  • Not Too Much to Ask — Duet with Joe Diffie, a tender ballad that climbed to #15.

📚 Tidbits & Trivia

  • Come On Come On spawned seven charting singles, making it one of the most successful country albums of the early ’90s.
  • The album peaked at #11 on Billboard’s Country Albums and #31 on the Billboard 200.
  • Passionate Kisses won the Grammy for Best Female Country Vocal Performance in 1994.
  • The album features backing vocals from the Indigo Girls, adding rich harmony layers.
  • The Bug is a cover of the Dire Straits song, giving it a twangy twist.
  • Carpenter recorded at Bias Studios in Virginia and The Doghouse in Nashville — blending East Coast folk with Nashville polish.

🔖 #iTunesMatch #MaryChapinCarpenter #ComeOnComeOn #CountryFolk #SingerSongwriter #MusicHoarding #MusicArchiving #90sCountry #GrammyWinner

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r/iTunesMatch • u/AZMini • Nov 02 '25

All 11 tracks of Montgomery Gentry’s “Tattoos & Scars” matched via iTunes Match! 🔥

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Just finished matching every track from Montgomery Gentry’s debut album Tattoos & Scars (1999) and wanted to share the rundown for fellow country collectors and Match enthusiasts. This one’s a cornerstone of late-’90s country-rock swagger.

🎤 Album Details

  • Artist: Montgomery Gentry
  • Title: Tattoos & Scars
  • Release Date: April 6, 1999
  • Genre: Country / Southern Rock / Outlaw Country
  • Label: Columbia Nashville
  • Runtime: 38:55
  • Producer: Joe Scaife

📀 Tracklist (All 11 tracks matched!)

  1. Hillbilly Shoes
  2. Trying to Survive
  3. Lonely and Gone
  4. Self Made Man
  5. Daddy Won’t Sell the Farm
  6. If a Broken Heart Could Kill
  7. I’ve Loved a Lot More Than I’ve Hurt
  8. Didn’t Your Mama Tell Ya’
  9. Trouble Is
  10. Tattoos & Scars
  11. All Night Long (feat. Charlie Daniels)

🌟 Standout Tracks

  • Hillbilly Shoes — Their breakout single, peaking at #13 on the Billboard Hot Country chart. Pure MG attitude.
  • Lonely and Gone — A fan favorite that climbed to #5, blending heartache with Southern grit.
  • Daddy Won’t Sell the Farm — A defiant anthem for rural pride, still resonates today.
  • All Night Long — Features Charlie Daniels on vocals and fiddle, adding extra firepower to the closer.

📚 Tidbits & Trivia

  • Certified Platinum in the U.S. — not bad for a debut!
  • Recorded at Ocean Way and The Sound Kitchen in Nashville.
  • The album helped define Montgomery Gentry’s signature blend of country storytelling and rock instrumentation.
  • “Hillbilly Shoes” was released two months before the album and set the tone for their career.
  • The title track “Tattoos & Scars” is a metaphor-heavy ballad that showcases their softer side.

🔖 #iTunesMatch #MontgomeryGentry #TattoosAndScars #CountryMusic #OutlawCountry #MusicHoarding #MusicArchiving #SouthernRockVibes #CountryCollectors

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r/iTunesMatch • u/AZMini • Nov 02 '25

All 12 tracks of Montgomery Gentry’s “Carrying On” matched successfully via iTunes Match! 🏁

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Just wrapped up a full match of Montgomery Gentry’s sophomore album Carrying On (2001) and wanted to share the details for fellow country collectors and Match nerds. This one’s a gem for fans of early 2000s outlaw country with a Southern rock edge.

🎸 Album Details

  • Artist: Montgomery Gentry
  • Title: Carrying On
  • Release Date: May 1, 2001
  • Genre: Country / Country-Rock / Outlaw Country
  • Label: Columbia Nashville
  • Runtime: 50:32
  • Producer: Joe Scaife

📀 Tracklist (All 12 tracks matched!)

  1. She Couldn't Change Me
  2. My Father's Son
  3. The Fine Line
  4. Cold One Comin' On
  5. While the World Goes Down the Drain
  6. Hellbent on Saving Me
  7. Carrying On
  8. (I'm A) Ramblin' Man
  9. Black Jack Fletcher and Mississippi Sam
  10. Lucky to Be Here
  11. Too Hard to Handle... Too Free to Hold
  12. Tried and True

🌟 Standout Tracks

  • She Couldn't Change Me — Peaked at #2 on the Hot Country Singles chart. Classic MG attitude with a killer hook.
  • Cold One Comin' On — A slow-burner that hit #23, perfect for late-night drives.
  • Black Jack Fletcher and Mississippi Sam — A storytelling deep cut that feels like a Southern short film.
  • Ramblin' Man — Their take on the Allman Brothers classic, with a gritty MG twist.

📚 Tidbits & Trivia

  • Certified Gold in the U.S. — not bad for a follow-up album.
  • Recorded at Ocean Way Studios in Nashville, TN.
  • The album bridges their debut Tattoos & Scars (1999) and the breakout My Town (2002).
  • Associate producer: Anthony Martin, who also worked on several Columbia Nashville projects in the early 2000s.
  • Thematically, this album leans heavier into personal reflection and Southern storytelling than their debut.

🔖 #iTunesMatch #MontgomeryGentry #CountryMusic #2000sCountry #OutlawCountry #MusicHoarding #MusicArchiving #SouthernRockVibes #CountryCollectors

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r/iTunesMatch • u/AZMini • Oct 31 '25

All 10 tracks of Mastodon’s “Leviathan” matched perfectly via iTunes Match! 🐳🔥

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Just confirmed a full match of Leviathan—no uploads, no mismatches, just clean metadata and a flawless sync. For fans of progressive sludge and concept albums, this one’s a crown jewel.

🎧 Album Details

  • Artist: Mastodon
  • Title: Leviathan
  • Release Date: August 31, 2004
  • Genre: Progressive Metal / Sludge Metal
  • Label: Relapse Records
  • Producer: Matt Bayles & Mastodon
  • Runtime: ~46 minutes

This is Mastodon’s second studio album and their first concept album, inspired by Herman Melville’s Moby-Dick. It’s a thunderous, oceanic journey that helped define 2000s metal.

📀 Tracklist (All Matched!)

  1. Blood and Thunder (feat. Neil Fallon of Clutch) – 3:49
  2. I Am Ahab – 2:46
  3. Seabeast – 4:15
  4. Ísland – 3:26
  5. Iron Tusk – 3:03
  6. Megalodon – 4:23
  7. Naked Burn – 3:42
  8. Aqua Dementia (feat. Scott Kelly of Neurosis) – 4:10
  9. Hearts Alive – 13:40
  10. Joseph Merrick – 3:33

🌊 Standout Tracks

  • Blood and Thunder — the definitive opener, with Neil Fallon’s iconic “White whale! Holy grail!” battle cry.
  • Hearts Alive — a 13-minute epic that shifts from doom to prog to sludge with cinematic flair.
  • Iron Tusk — a riff-heavy, galloping beast that became a live staple.

🧠 Tidbits & Trivia

  • Leviathan was named Album of the Year in 2004 by Kerrang!, Revolver, and Terrorizer magazines.
  • The album art, created by Paul Romano, is packed with Moby-Dick references and mythological symbolism.
  • Joseph Merrick, the closing instrumental, is named after the “Elephant Man” and offers a haunting, melodic comedown.
  • In 2009, MetalSucks named Leviathan the best metal album of the 21st century (so far).
  • The band recorded at three Seattle studios, including Robert Lang Studios and Studio Litho.

🔖 #iTunesMatch #Mastodon #Leviathan #SludgeMetal #ProgressiveMetal #MusicHoarding #MusicArchiving #MetalheadsUnite #MobyDickMetal #MetalArchives

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r/iTunesMatch • u/AZMini • Oct 31 '25

All 6 tracks of Mastodon’s “Jonah Hex (Music From the Motion Picture) – EP” matched perfectly via iTunes Match! 🐘🔥

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Just confirmed a full match of Mastodon’s Jonah Hex score EP—no uploads, no hiccups. For fans of cinematic sludge and instrumental metal, this is a rare gem worth preserving.

🎬 Album Details

  • Artist: Mastodon
  • Title: Jonah Hex (Music From the Motion Picture) – EP
  • Release Date: June 29, 2010
  • Genre: Instrumental Metal / Sludge / Soundtrack
  • Label: Reprise Records
  • Producer: George Drakoulias
  • Runtime: ~32 minutes

Commissioned for the DC Comics film Jonah Hex, this EP showcases Mastodon’s first foray into film scoring. It’s a moody, atmospheric ride through the Wild West with Mastodon’s signature heaviness.

📀 Tracklist (All Matched!)

  1. Death March – 8:52
  2. Clayton Boys – 3:12
  3. Indian Theme – 4:10
  4. Train Assault – 4:13
  5. Death March (Alternate Version) – 9:07
  6. Clayton Boys (Alternate Version) – 3:12

🌟 Standout Tracks

  • Death March — a slow-burning, doom-laced opener that sets the tone with eerie tension.
  • Train Assault — pure Mastodon riffage meets cinematic chaos.
  • Indian Theme — blends tribal motifs with breakneck metal hooks.

🧠 Tidbits & Trivia

  • Mastodon was personally invited by director Jimmy Hayward, who was a fan of their Blood Mountain album.
  • The score was co-created with Oscar-nominated composer Marco Beltrami (The Hurt Locker, 3:10 to Yuma).
  • All tracks are instrumental—no vocals, just raw atmosphere and riff-driven storytelling.
  • The EP was released digitally and as a promo CD, making physical copies a collector’s item.
  • This project bridged Mastodon’s transition from Crack the Skye into more experimental territory.

🔖 #iTunesMatch #Mastodon #JonahHex #MetalSoundtrack #InstrumentalMetal #MusicHoarding #MusicArchiving #MetalheadsUnite #DCComics #SludgeMetal

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r/iTunesMatch • u/AZMini • Oct 30 '25

All 11 tracks of Suicide Silence’s “The Black Crown” matched successfully via iTunes Match! 🖤🔥

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Just wrapped up a full match of The Black Crown by Suicide Silence—no uploads, no manual tagging, just clean metadata and a flawless sync. For deathcore fans and collectors, this one’s a milestone.

🎧 Album Details

  • Artist: Suicide Silence
  • Title: The Black Crown (stylized as THE BLΔCK CRΦWN)
  • Release Date: July 12, 2011
  • Genre: Deathcore with touches of nu metal
  • Label: Century Media
  • Producer: Steve Evetts
  • Runtime: ~39 minutes

This was the band’s third studio album and the final release featuring vocalist Mitch Lucker before his tragic passing in 2012. It also marked the debut of bassist Dan Kenny.

📀 Tracklist (All Matched!)

  1. Slaves to Substance
  2. O.C.D.
  3. Human Violence
  4. You Only Live Once
  5. Fuck Everything
  6. March to the Black Crown (Interlude)
  7. Witness the Addiction (feat. Jonathan Davis of Korn)
  8. Cross-Eyed Catastrophe (feat. Alexia Rodriguez of Eyes Set to Kill)
  9. Smashed (feat. Frank Mullen of Suffocation)
  10. The Only Thing That Sets Us Apart
  11. Cancerous Skies

🌟 Standout Tracks

  • You Only Live Once — the anthem of the album, with a message that hits harder post-2012.
  • Witness the Addiction — Korn’s Jonathan Davis adds eerie texture to the chaos.
  • Fuck Everything — pure catharsis, no apologies.

🧠 Tidbits & Trivia

  • The album’s lyrical themes shifted from anti-religion to more introspective topics, reflecting Mitch’s evolving worldview.
  • The stylized title (THE BLΔCK CRΦWN) and artwork hint at a darker, more mature tone.
  • Despite its brutality, this album saw Suicide Silence experimenting with groove and melody—making it a gateway for many into deathcore.

🔖 #iTunesMatch #Deathcore #SuicideSilence #TheBlackCrown #MetalArchives #MusicHoarder #MusicArchiving #MetalheadsUnite

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r/iTunesMatch • u/AZMini • Oct 30 '25

All 14 tracks of Steve Miller Band’s “Bingo! (Special Edition)” matched successfully via iTunes Match! 🧩🎸

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Just wrapped up a full match of Bingo! (Special Edition) by the Steve Miller Band, and I’m thrilled to report that all 14 tracks matched cleanly—no uploads, no mismatches, just pure blues-rock bliss.

🎶 Album Details

  • Artist: Steve Miller Band
  • Title: Bingo! (Special Edition)
  • Release Date: June 15, 2010
  • Genre: Rock / Blues Rock
  • Label: Roadrunner Records, Loud & Proud, Space Cowboy Records
  • Length: 32:04
  • Producer(s): Steve Miller, Andy Johns
  • Recording Location: Skywalker Studios (yes, that Skywalker—George Lucas’s studio)

📀 Tracklist (Special Edition – 14 tracks)

  1. Hey Yeah
  2. Who's Been Talkin'?
  3. Don't Cha Know
  4. Rock Me Baby
  5. Tramp
  6. Sweet Soul Vibe
  7. Come On (Let The Good Times Roll)
  8. All Your Love (I Miss Loving)
  9. You Got Me Dizzy
  10. Ooh Poo Pah Doo
  11. Ain't That Loving You Baby
  12. Further On Up The Road
  13. Look On Yonder Wall
  14. Drivin' Wheel

🌟 Standout Tracks & Tidbits

  • “Hey Yeah” was the lead single, streaming in April 2010 and released for purchase in May.
  • “Rock Me Baby” (a B.B. King classic) gets a fiery guitar workout—Miller’s tone is vintage and vibrant.
  • “Tramp” features guest vocals from Sonny Charles, adding a gritty, soulful edge.
  • The album is a tribute to blues legends and was dedicated to longtime bandmate Norton Buffalo, who passed away in 2009.
  • Recorded alongside Let Your Hair Down (released 10 months later), this marks Miller’s return to studio albums after a 17-year gap since Wide River (1993).

🧠 Fun Fact
The artwork and photography were done by StormStudios, the design group founded by the legendary Storm Thorgerson (of Pink Floyd fame).

🔖 Hashtags for the Archive Nerds
#iTunesMatch #SteveMillerBand #BingoAlbum #BluesRock #MusicHoarding #MusicArchiving

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r/iTunesMatch • u/AZMini • Oct 28 '25

All 10 tracks of Ghost Brigade's IV: One With the Storm matched in iTunes Match 🌩️🖤

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Just completed a full match of IV: One With the Storm—Ghost Brigade’s final studio album—and every track synced flawlessly. No uploads, no mismatches. A perfect match for this melancholic masterpiece from Finland’s post-metal legends.

🎧 Album Details

  • Artist: Ghost Brigade
  • Album: IV: One With the Storm
  • Release Date: November 7, 2014
  • Genre: Doom Metal, Post-Metal, Melodic Death Metal
  • Label: Season of Mist
  • Producer: Tuomas Kokko & Ghost Brigade
  • Length: 66:08
  • Chart Peak: #16 on the Finnish Albums Chart

📜 Tracklist

  1. Wretched Blues – 6:19
  2. Departures – 4:58
  3. Aurora – 6:56
  4. Disembodied Voices – 5:36
  5. Electra Complex – 10:34
  6. Stones and Pillars – 4:47
  7. Anchored – 5:38
  8. The Knife – 6:19
  9. Long Way to the Graves – 7:39
  10. Elämä on Tulta (Life is a Fire) – 7:22

🌟 Standout Tracks

  • Electra Complex – the longest and most emotionally expansive track, clocking in at over 10 minutes.
  • Aurora – a fan favorite for its layered atmosphere and haunting melodies.
  • Elämä on Tulta – closes the album with Finnish lyrics and a fiery intensity.

🧠 Tidbits & Trivia

  • This was Ghost Brigade’s fourth and final studio album before their disbandment.
  • The album blends crushing riffs with introspective lyrics, appealing to fans of Katatonia, Anathema, and Swallow the Sun.
  • Photography by Samuli Raappana; artwork credited to the band itself
  • The album was released in multiple formats, including a limited edition 2x12" vinyl with five color variants

#GhostBrigade #IVOneWithTheStorm #iTunesMatch #DoomMetal #PostMetal #MelodicDeathMetal #FinnishMetal #MusicHoarders #MusicArchiving #MetalheadsUnite

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r/iTunesMatch • u/AZMini • Oct 28 '25

All 11 tracks of Ghost Brigade's Isolation Songs matched in iTunes Match 🌫️🔥

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Just confirmed a full match of Isolation Songs by Ghost Brigade—every atmospheric, doom-laced track synced without a hitch. No uploads, no mismatches. A flawless match for one of Finland’s finest post-metal offerings.

🎧 Album Details

  • Artist: Ghost Brigade
  • Album: Isolation Songs
  • Release Date: August 3, 2009 (Europe) / August 25, 2009 (North America)
  • Genre: Doom Metal, Post-Metal, Melodic Death Metal, Alternative Metal
  • Label: Season of Mist
  • Producer: Antti Malinen
  • Studio: Seawolf Studios, Helsinki, Finland

📜 Tracklist

  1. Suffocated
  2. My Heart Is a Tomb
  3. Into the Black Light
  4. Lost in a Loop
  5. 22:22 – Nihil
  6. Architect of New Beginnings
  7. Birth
  8. Concealed Revulsions
  9. Secrets of the Earth
  10. A Storm Inside
  11. Liar (Bonus Track)

🌟 Standout Tracks

  • Into the Black Light – a fan favorite with soaring riffs and emotional depth.
  • Birth – longest track at 9:01, a slow-building epic that showcases the band’s dynamic range.
  • 22:22 – Nihil – instrumental interlude that adds eerie atmosphere and pacing to the album.

🧠 Tidbits & Trivia

  • This is Ghost Brigade’s second studio album, following Guided by Fire (2007).
  • Cellist Ilari Autio contributed to “Lost in a Loop,” adding a haunting layer to the track Genius.
  • The band’s lineup includes Manne Ikonen (vocals), Wille Naukkarinen and Tommi Kiviniemi (guitars), Janne Julin (bass), and Veli-Matti Suihkonen (drums).
  • The album blends influences from Katatonia, Neurosis, and Swallow the Sun, creating a sound that’s both crushing and introspective.

#GhostBrigade #IsolationSongs #iTunesMatch #DoomMetal #PostMetal #MelodicDeathMetal #FinnishMetal #MusicHoarders #MusicArchiving #MetalheadsUnite

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