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While it was originally denounced for trending toward popular music, The Soft Parade is now appreciated as a unique moment of "musical crossroads" for the band. It captures the group evolving away from Morrison’s dominant songwriting, with guitarist Robby Krieger contributing half of the tracks, including the Top 10 hit "Touch Me". Where to Find It

: The strings on "Wishful Sinful" and the brass on "Touch Me" are rendered with a warmth that makes the experimentation feel more like a bold artistic choice than a commercial misstep. Why "The Soft Parade" Matters Today THE DOORS The Soft Parade (Steve Hoffman remast...

: Jim Morrison’s vocals, recorded more "dryly" and centered for this album, feel remarkably present and intimate in this mastering. While it was originally denounced for trending toward

For years, The Soft Parade (1969) has been the "black sheep" of The Doors' discography. Critics often dismissed it as a "soft" departure due to its heavy use of brass and string arrangements. However, for audiophiles, the has transformed this polarizing album into a high-fidelity masterpiece. The Sound of the Remaster Why "The Soft Parade" Matters Today : Jim

The Soft Parade: Rediscovering The Doors’ Experimental Odyssey via Steve Hoffman

Steve Hoffman is renowned for his "breath of life" mastering philosophy, which avoids modern "loudness war" tactics like brickwalling or excessive compression. In his version of The Soft Parade , the controversial orchestrations—once seen as clutter—gain a new clarity and depth.

The Steve Hoffman remaster was released as a limited, numbered 24KT Gold HDCD by . Because these are out of print, they are highly sought after by collectors on sites like eBay . For those looking for newer alternatives, the 50th Anniversary Deluxe Edition (remastered by Bruce Botnick) offers "Doors only" mixes that strip away the brass and strings for a raw look at the original sessions. Go to product viewer dialog for this item. The Doors - Soft Parade 50th Anniversary