OF COURSE, THESE LADS COULD  PLAY, BUT WHAT ABOUT THE SOUND?
341514
This will be a brief capsule review.  The pressings are superb.  The sound is clean and, at first blush, perfect given the age and source material.  However, in comparison with the original issue from 1994, differences become evident.  The 1994 version seems a tad more natural and ambient.  But this comes with sonic artifacts, such as sibilance, which have been digitally removed wherever possible in this 2013 remastering.  This renders this 2013 version crisper, but only in some respects.  In this 2013 version, at times, say in "Kansas City/Hey-Hey-Hey-Hey!", Ringo's bass drum is more "there", but his snare lacks the power and snap found in the 1994 version.  But shouldn't they be both present in the 2013 version?  There's one possible answer, but we won't go there.

Perhaps, the best way of summing up the merits of the sound of the 2013 version might be this: The more analog you are, the more you "may" gravitate toward the 1994 version, sonic warts and all.  Also, if you own the 1994 pressings, and they are in excellent shape, some thought, and further investigation, might be given before purchasing this collection, especially given the cost and the limits of the source material.

As for the  music, these lads could play from the get-go and knew their influences, all of which is evident from the first second of this collection.  If you've never heard this music, you'll be able to obtain a hint of the thrill and joy that captivated the world over 50 years ago.
3760500
This unlikely group of musicians is wonderful.  Who new that you could pair a cello with violins and fiddles? These men love playing together and so suited to the Southern themes. Johnny has gone for a Soldier very soulful.  Not my first disc of theirs.
3498747
Holy cow!  Where have these guys been, because they sound like a seasoned band with a tighter sound than most of the music being played on the radio today.  I can't think of too many people to compare them to, which is a good thing, but one example might be Filter - but with a better singer.
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2839169
These guys are accomplished musicians who play together intelligently and smoothly, often producing lush, haunting sounds (especially when the lead singer's tenor hovers in the higher registers). They play traditional bluegrass instruments, but don't  produce mere bluegrass sounds--there's a little folk, a little jazz in there. One of my favorite things about Punch Brothers is the unexpected: If I don't know what's going to happen next in a song, all the better. But if I can figure out where a melody is going, or what the next song line will be, I'm bored. These guys never leave me bored.
2988349
This is an excellent recording.  I would recommend it highly.  The earlier comment is a bit stuffy.  These guys impart a warmth that some of the ensembles just can't.  The ensembles can get a bit too technical and distant.
506189
steve miller, u2, buddy holly, elvis, prince, scorpions, white snake etc obviously once the chords are learned we can play anything but still would offer a challenge
1173076
Great sounds, as the Youngbloods "Get Together" need not a "star" item "rating" nor "at least 20 words." Can ya dig that man?
1124176
The sound from this is good considering their small size and being powered by USB.
2325721
I did not hear this recording in 1962 when it came out. The booklet accompanying this CD suggests that, comparatively speaking, "Two of a Mind" fell flat among its potential audience because of the Bossa Nova craze, which did, indeed, attract a lot of attention. But many of us were listening intently to jazz at the same time, and I think it is not impossible that this recording just did not fire many people in 1962, and hence never became popular, because it was not judged exciting enough. Hearing it now, that is certainly what I feel myself. Normally, I am a great fan of both Desmond and Mulligan, and the prospect of hearing the two together greatly appealed to me when I bought the CD. The music is affable, pleasant, and competent, but, though the performances are impeccable enough (after all, both saxopohonists were among the really great ones of their period), there is a degree of lifelessness here - a lack of the necessary spark. I tend to listen to the CD as pleasant background music rather than as a strong musical experience, and doubt whether I would buy it again. Ironically, both Desmond and Mulligan played music far more exciting - separately as well as together - when playing with Dave Brubeck. I feel that on this occasion they did not truly inspire each other, even though working harmoniously enough...
2089122
I don't think in this time frame a can give a solid review. I'm happy with how they sound and play but longevity will obviously take time to see. So far I would not spend the extra dough over say Ernie Balls. But time is ultimate factor if they hold up and sound this good they may be worth 5 stars. I'll try and update review accordingly.
2419145
These are all great players, Al, Dex, Barry, are some of my very favorite players, and the music they put down on tape in these sessions is first rate. But the sound quality and balance is quite unsatisfactory, to the point of serious irritation. There's a hard edge to the sound of the horns, and they're mixed much louder than the rhythm section, especially Barry's piano. He's one of the most important musical presences here, yet he's buried in the ensemble and you've got to turn the volume up to hear his solos, then turn it back down so that the horns don't blow you out if the room. All the stars are for the music, which deserves five, and the missing stars are for the engineer(s) who made a mess of it.
4955710
Yes, these guys play extremely well. Yup. They can sure write one hell of an intense song. Only problem is, they should have invested more in making themselves stand out. Time to throw in with some others here. They are too close to Dream Theater to be considered for a lasting career, IMO. It's been a while since this album came out, so I'm hoping they are spending the time to work from their own originality. I would love to hear what they can do without the inturrupting influence of their recent bricklayer brethren, DT. I can listen to this and enjoy it. But I'll tell you. I can't remember a single riff when the CD stops playing. The singer has a fantastic voice. The players all have great talent. Which is why I hoped for more than I got. It's worth the purchase, but don't expect anything new or different.
970937
woooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooord
fun to listen to and to play to as well- These guys are great and challenging at the same time
3125043
Long story short, I love the sound.  I think maybe it's that, despite the band being small, their music is layered, with a lot of interplay between parts, although it's not overproduced.  Even though they blend well, you can hear the individual "voices".  The mix of keyboard (organ? synth??) and guitar is excellent.  Great pop hooks, catchy melodies, and tasty vocal harmonies.  Major key tonalities predominate, but still the songs are often poignant and thoughtful.  Lots of vamping.  Somehow the sound has an acoustic feel from the electric guitars.

A Facebook pal who is a musician posted a link to "Not Every Song From the Sixties is a Classic", with the simple comment "I am smitten!!!"

Me, too.
2261599
These guys have a grew sound, it reminds me of music from the 60's and 70's.
3893186
This is the stuff. You want some music that will make you feel something? This is it. These guys can play. I could have pirated this off the internet but I paid money for my copy and I don't regret it.

CB
4186091
There are some sound songs on the album, but there is no question their earlier material was their best.  If a fan, I would recommend the CD.