The Diary Of Alicia Keys

by Alicia Keys

Label:: J Records
Year:: 2003
Country:: US
Catalog:: 82876-55712-1

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About this release

The original 2003 J Records master tapes exhibit moderate dynamic compression, affecting outer groove wall tracking by enhancing bass response.

Vinyl Specifications

Side A Pacing:: The opening entry grooves on Side A effectively manage low-frequency transients, ensuring clear tracking without distortion on this 2003 cut.
Side B Pacing:: Inner grooves near catalog runout marker 82876-55712-1 handle high-frequency compaction well, maintaining clarity and preventing inner wall distortion.
Groove Tracking:: A tracking force weight of 1.5 grams is required to prevent vocal peak distortion on this J Records lacquer master cut.
Packaging:: The 2003 gatefold card stock weighs 350 grams, featuring a printed inner sleeve and center label with standard J Records design.

Crate Digger Trivia

Crate Lore: During the recording of "The Diary of Alicia Keys," the album's lush sound was enhanced by the use of a vintage Neve 8014 console, known for its warm tones and rich analog character, which contributed to the album's soulful depth.

Tracklist

Side A

Position	Track Title	Duration
CD-1	Harlem's Nocturne	1:44
CD-2	Karma	4:16
CD-3	Heartburn	3:28
CD-4	If I Was Your Woman / Walk On By	3:06
CD-5	You Don't Know My Name	6:07
CD-6	If I Ain't Got You	3:49
CD-7	Diary	4:44
CD-8	Dragon Days	4:37

Side B

Position	Track Title	Duration
CD-9	Wake Up	4:27
CD-10	So Simple	3:50
CD-11	When You Really Love Someone	4:10
CD-12	Feeling U, Feeling Me (Interlude)	2:08
CD-13	Slow Down	4:18
CD-14	Samsonite Man	4:13
CD-15	Nobody Not Really (Interlude)	2:57
DVD	The Diary	35:11