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Mother Love Bone's 'Apple' album and 'Shine EP' are set for reissue on vinyl and CD, featuring remastered audio.
Vinyl editions include 'Habanero Orange' and 'Opaque Sky Blue' colors, available via indie retailers.
The reissues honor the band's influence on Seattle's grunge movement, especially their iconic tracks.
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* Queen will release a 5CD+2LP super deluxe Queen II box set on 27 March 2026 via EMI, expanding the original 1974 album extensively.

* Audio Research I/55 is a compact tube integrated amplifier derived from I/70, succeeding I/50, targeting high-end listeners seeking classic tube sound with m…

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* Audio-Technica launches the ATH-CKD7NC USB-C wired earphones on February 27, featuring hybrid noise cancelling and priced at ¥9,680 via direct sales.