henree Posted May 16, 2014 Share Posted May 16, 2014 I really don't like the newer version of Live to Tell. The vocal cadence is off, and it throws me out of focus when ever I listen to it. Does anyone else prefer the original vocal version? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loomer Posted May 16, 2014 Share Posted May 16, 2014 I think I like the 7" edit best but the original True Blue album version is probably definitive. Didn't know there were any differences in the Celery version didn't they just re-use TIC mix like it mostly did? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryan Posted May 16, 2014 Share Posted May 16, 2014 I like the mixing of the 7" version, the keys and chimes are a lot stronger than on the album. But the album intro is to die for. I think that's why I've always loved the TIC version, cause it was the best of both worlds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GOD Posted May 16, 2014 Share Posted May 16, 2014 can you guys post here the different versions you're referring to? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bluejean Posted May 17, 2014 Share Posted May 17, 2014 Hang on. Celebration version is the True Blue version isn't it? And I thought the single edit was just an edit of the album version?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
henree Posted May 17, 2014 Author Share Posted May 17, 2014 Celebration's version is taken from "Something to Remember". Madonna redid the vocals for that release. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Platinum Gold Posted May 17, 2014 Share Posted May 17, 2014 Celebration's version is taken from "Something to Remember". Madonna redid the vocals for that release. did she really? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GOD Posted May 17, 2014 Share Posted May 17, 2014 how many versions of LTT are there? I thought they were all the same. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nimos Posted May 17, 2014 Share Posted May 17, 2014 I've never heard of Madonna re-doing the vocals for LTT for Something to Remember. Are you sure about that? I also thought that the single edit was just an edit of the album version, with no remixing at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonski43 Posted May 17, 2014 Share Posted May 17, 2014 Celebration's version is taken from "Something to Remember". Madonna redid the vocals for that release. Never heard that before. LDLHA was reworked but LTT is the true blue version. I never liked the IC version as the opening synth was too quiet. I like the confessions demo with additional church organ. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nightcutter Posted May 17, 2014 Share Posted May 17, 2014 Celebration's version is taken from "Something to Remember". Madonna redid the vocals for that release. No. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5iVe Elements Posted May 17, 2014 Share Posted May 17, 2014 I thought they were all the same too. So I'm a flop fan then Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nightcutter Posted May 17, 2014 Share Posted May 17, 2014 I've never heard of Madonna re-doing the vocals for LTT for Something to Remember. Are you sure about that? I also thought that the single edit was just an edit of the album version, with no remixing at all. Correct. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smeowly Posted May 17, 2014 Share Posted May 17, 2014 i prefer the album (true blue) version. its a bit longer and she varies the melody a bit towards the end Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bluejean Posted May 17, 2014 Share Posted May 17, 2014 I prefer the version with the Scottish bagpipes which come in during the second last chorus. Exclusive to the Scottish version of Something To Remember. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Rocco Papa Posted May 18, 2014 Share Posted May 18, 2014 (edited) The Confessions Tour version is my favorite!! The church organ just blows me away!!! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wi8Zh1EGtLU Edited May 18, 2014 by RoccoPapa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vocalism Posted May 18, 2014 Share Posted May 18, 2014 Flop thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Je5u5 Posted May 18, 2014 Share Posted May 18, 2014 I really don't like the newer version of Live to Tell. The vocal cadence is off, and it throws me out of focus when ever I listen to it. Does anyone else prefer the original vocal version? You should play them again, this time in a normal state Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
henree Posted May 18, 2014 Author Share Posted May 18, 2014 You should play them again, this time in a normal state I can't seem to find the interview. But Madonna mentioned in 1995 around "Something to Remember's release. That either she redid the vocals or they took the effects off her voice to achieve a more raw take on the song. I distinctly remember this and assumed it was common knowledge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Je5u5 Posted May 18, 2014 Share Posted May 18, 2014 I can't seem to find the interview. But Madonna mentioned in 1995 around "Something to Remember's release. That either she redid the vocals or they took the effects off her voice to achieve a more raw take on the song. I distinctly remember this and assumed it was common knowledge. Definitely did not remake the vocals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
promise to try Posted May 18, 2014 Share Posted May 18, 2014 True blue's version is the best Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vocalism Posted May 18, 2014 Share Posted May 18, 2014 I can't seem to find the interview. But Madonna mentioned in 1995 around "Something to Remember's release. That either she redid the vocals or they took the effects off her voice to achieve a more raw take on the song. I distinctly remember this and assumed it was common knowledge. All three versions (TB, STR, Celebration) are identical as far as I can tell. TIC version is obviously different, and while I like the enhanced vocals and sound effects, I prefer the original version for its length and dramatic intro. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bluejean Posted May 18, 2014 Share Posted May 18, 2014 She didn't rerecord any songs for Something To Remember. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nightcutter Posted May 18, 2014 Share Posted May 18, 2014 When STR was first mentioned in the UK music press (it was untitled at the time) it was described as reworkings of her best ballads - some with an orchestral touch. In the end it was only LDLHA that gotva rework and there was the orchestral I Want You. Maybe this is the op is confused? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mattress Posted May 18, 2014 Share Posted May 18, 2014 Only two mixes of "Live To Tell" were officially released: 1) The At Close Range version mixed by Michael Verdick. This was included on True Blue, Something To Remember and Celebration and was edited --NOT REMIXED-- for the single release. Both 7" and 12" singles featured an instrumental of the full version on the flip side as well. 2) The Immaculate Collection version remixed by Shep Pettibone and Michael Hutchinson using Q-Sound technology. So, there's the Full, Edit and Instrumental versions, mixed in 1986 by Michael Verdick and the 1990 Q-Sound Remix by Shep Pettibone and Michael Hutchinson. That's all! I like the mixing of the 7" version, the keys and chimes are a lot stronger than on the album. But the album intro is to die for. I think that's why I've always loved the TIC version, cause it was the best of both worlds. The 7" version (called "Edit") is identical to the full version, only cut down to a shorter length. However, as with most releases in the series, the yellow disc German CD single reissued in 1995 is poorly EQ'ed and therefore may enhance different elements of the mix for you (if that's your source). The 3" CD single included in the 1997 CD Single Collection box from Japan is the only way to obtain the true single version with correct mastering on compact disc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loomer Posted May 18, 2014 Share Posted May 18, 2014 What the FUCK is this SHIT? Just when you thought this thread couldn't get any worse (thankfully it was redeemed by a Mattress comprehensive breakdown ). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nimos Posted May 18, 2014 Share Posted May 18, 2014 I can't seem to find the interview. But Madonna mentioned in 1995 around "Something to Remember's release. That either she redid the vocals or they took the effects off her voice to achieve a more raw take on the song. I distinctly remember this and assumed it was common knowledge. I think what you may have read was Madonna saying that the vocal on the finished version of Live to Tell was the original demo vocal, because they liked the raw quality, so she didn't redo the vocal at any time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryan Posted May 19, 2014 Share Posted May 19, 2014 Only two mixes of "Live To Tell" were officially released: 1) The At Close Range version mixed by Michael Verdick. This was included on True Blue, Something To Remember and Celebration and was edited --NOT REMIXED-- for the single release. Both 7" and 12" singles featured an instrumental of the full version the flip side as well. 2) The Immaculate Collection version remixed by Shep Pettibone and Michael Hutchinson using Q-Sound technology. So, there's the Full, Edit and Instrumental versions, mixed in 1986 by Michael Verdick and the 1990 Q-Sound Remix by Shep Pettibone and Michael Hutchinson. That's all! The 7" version (called "Edit") is identical to the full version, only cut down to a shorter length. However, as with most releases in the series, the yellow disc German CD single reissued in 1995 is poorly EQ'ed and therefore may enhance different elements of the mix for you (if that's your source). The 3" CD single included in the 1997 CD Single Collection box from Japan is the only way to obtain the true single version with correct mastering on compact disc. I think I might have confused Crazy for You with Live to Tell, my bad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Je5u5 Posted May 22, 2014 Share Posted May 22, 2014 I think I might have confused Crazy for You with Live to Tell, my bad.But Crazy For You is also the same everywhere, except The Immaculate Collection, where it appears as an edited, Q-Sound remix. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
runa Posted May 22, 2014 Share Posted May 22, 2014 Only two mixes of "Live To Tell" were officially released: 1) The At Close Range version mixed by Michael Verdick. This was included on True Blue, Something To Remember and Celebration and was edited --NOT REMIXED-- for the single release. Both 7" and 12" singles featured an instrumental of the full version the flip side as well. 2) The Immaculate Collection version remixed by Shep Pettibone and Michael Hutchinson using Q-Sound technology. So, there's the Full, Edit and Instrumental versions, mixed in 1986 by Michael Verdick and the 1990 Q-Sound Remix by Shep Pettibone and Michael Hutchinson. That's all! The 7" version (called "Edit") is identical to the full version, only cut down to a shorter length. However, as with most releases in the series, the yellow disc German CD single reissued in 1995 is poorly EQ'ed and therefore may enhance different elements of the mix for you (if that's your source). The 3" CD single included in the 1997 CD Single Collection box from Japan is the only way to obtain the true single version with correct mastering on compact disc. oh gosh, I love you so much Mattress! You're my Madonna Encylopedia. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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