What is the VERY BEST CD album you've ever heard?

I'm torn between King Crimson's Live in Chicago and Music is Our Friend (live in Washington and Albany 2021)

Very similar shows and tight recordings. This version of Crimson is extremely powerful and the catalogue of tracks hit on every era of Crimson music.

I believe Fripp stated that the Washington DC show was their last, shame, because I really believe they have more to share.

Anything by Rory! It still shocks me how many people still do not know of him.

UFO Mechanic Michael at his best.

I think you are looking for titles a little off the beaten path so my nomination is for Col. Bruce Hampton and the Aquarium Rescue Unit - self titled live album. These guys are sort of a cross between the Allman Brothers and Frank Zappa and the album is one of the best live recordings in my collection. The musicianship on this album is stunning.

Top on the list for me "Midnight Mood" .Unison music. Only available on the used market. Personally I can't get enough of this CD

second on the list," Between The Lines " Jazz Cafe

Both albums produced by Mark Baldwin

Guaranteed music you have never heard before.

Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra - New World Records 

Slatkin conducting 

Michael Colgrass -Deja vu / light spirit 

Jacob Druckman- Aureole

Many more gems in my archives!