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A necessary reality check. Snow Patrol and their label, Polydor, have since released Eyes Open on Tidal, Qobuz, and Apple Music in "Master Quality" (24-bit/96kHz). These official high-res streams are technically superior to a 16-bit/44.1kHz FLAC.

Released in May 2006, Eyes Open wasn't just an album; it was a cultural moment. While their previous effort, Final Straw , gave them a foothold in the industry, Eyes Open kicked the door down.

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