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Rejoice

by: Katherine Jenkins

Release Date November 19, 2007
I'm surprised by the number of reviewers who criticise Katherine because she has not performed in opera and then compare her unfavourably with leading opera singers. Nowhere on this CD (or any of her CDs and DVDs) is she described as an opera singer and her recordings do not claim to be opera. Her recordings do include some arias from opera (though not here) and these are sung very well, but she also includes Welsh songs,(again sadly none on this disc), hyms, songs from musicals and other works. This variety increases that buyers might not like every track. I bought this CD because it contains 'Samcta Maria' set to the music of the Intermezzo from Mascagmi's Cacalleria Rusticana' 'Be Still My Soul' the hymn set to the main theme from Finlandia ... Read More:

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Vivere - Greatest Hits

by: Andrea Bocelli

Release Date November 12, 2007
I have this CD on constant repeat! The music is so varied but holds your attention every step of the way. Bocelli's voice is one you just have to fall in love with. His "Romanza" is 1 of my favourites but "Vivo Per Lei" has me hooked also. GET THIS CD!!!!!!

CD-Charts Position 3
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Outside In

by: Russell Watson

Release Date November 26, 2007
This late 2007 album is another to add to the collection for Russell Watson fans.Its a little strange to grasp but the mix of classical and pop is sometimes a good one and Russell is the "Daddy" of crossover the Voice as he is also known as because he has power and range beyond most singers classical or pop that are round at the moment.
There has always been a debate over is classical best for the Voice? as he sings and entertains in his music and the passion and power shows what ever he sings!So its good to hear what else this versatile voice can do!What ever you may think of his success it is undeniable he has talent ,I am sorry but sour grapes just does not cut it with me his success is a reflection of his talent and voic.Come on ! if he was so ... Read More:

CD-Charts Position 4
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Spirit

by: Leona Lewis

Release Date November 12, 2007
This album seems to be one which you either love or hate. Personally, I love it! Whereas some people feel that after a year's wait, this does not live up to the hype, I would definitely disagree. It is very rare that I find an album where I love every single track, but this is it. The main problem for Leona is that she went through the x-factor singing flawless renditions of some of the world's best known and best loved songs. Unfortunately, therefore, she was almost expected to produce an album of tracks which could rival these songs. And there is barely ever an album, no matter how great the artist, that contains nothing but classics. Lets be honest, though, Leona is the X-Factor's most deserved winner and is seriously talented. This indeed has some superb ... Read More:

CD-Charts Position 5
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Voices Of The Valley Encore

by: Fron Male Voice Choir

Release Date November 19, 2007
This could be any reasonably competent male voice choir. I WAS VERY DIASAPPOINTED WITH IT. It did not have the depth and resonance and passion of a 'proper' Welsh male voice choir like Treorchy.
It seems like a sanitised version.
Nowhere near good enough!!!

CD-Charts Position 6
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Classical 2008

by: Various Artists

Release Date October 15, 2007

This 2CD release is a great collection of classical music which bears no real relevance to the 2008 in the title other than being released almost (!) in 2008.

The only common factor between all the tracks is that they are all, without exception, performed by top artists, making the album both highly recommended and, considering the numerous different performers who are included, guaranteed to please most listeners.

The album doesn't make any 'Best of', 'Ultimate' or 'The Only One You'll ever Need' claims because quite simply anyone who likes it will probably want more, the obvious choice of course is the inevitable 'Classical 2009' release next year.

It should be noted that not all the recordings are from 2007, but the older ... Read More:

CD-Charts Position 7
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Back Home

by: Westlife

Release Date November 05, 2007
This was once my favorite band, they had good music, and very good songs. This album comes out, with the hope it is going to be something reminiscent of the good old Westlife, but NO. This is not the kind of music you would hope for from WL: repetitive at some points, nothing original, you hear it and you get the feeling of 'been there, done that', totally forgettable. Listened to it twice, then that's it. Have the boys lost their inspiration??? Do not know, but if things that are original, new, and different start come up, then that might not be in their favor on the long run. Backstreet Boys, had a much stronger return with their latest album, now that was original and ten times better than this album.

CD-Charts Position 8
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Over the Rainbow: Special Edition

by: Connie Talbot

Release Date June 23, 2008
I STILL LOOK TO SEE IF CONNIE HAS DONE ANY MORE SONGS. I GUESS SHE HAS TO GROW UP SOME MORE AND CARRY ON WITH SCHOOL WORK THAT BEING FAR MORE IMPORTANT. BUT MYSELF AND ALOT OF OTHER PEOPLE WILL WATCH AND WAIT. I HAVE CONNIES WHOLE ALBUM IN MY MP3 PLAYER AND I ALWAYS PLAY IT WHEN I NEED SOME TIME TO MYSELF I LOVE EVERY SONG SHE HAS SUNG AND HER PARENTS MUST BE SO PROUD OF HER. SO HURRY UP AND GROW UP WE ARE ALL WAITING. ALL THE BEST MARYANN.

CD-Charts Position 9
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Teatro

by: Teatro

Release Date November 26, 2007
I had decided not to write a review of any album, but I have to for this one. I am now on my third(?) copy I lose track. I can't believe how wonderful their voices are and the charisma they ooze. An unbelievably talented group and all I can say to Sony is "Your loss!" Which is what they are proving at the moment. As well as continuing to perform as the magical Teatro they're individually reaching great heights.
Simon Bailey is Raoul in the new cast of Phantom and wowing them every night. Jeremiah James is about to star in Carousel with Lesley Garrett (which I can't wait to see btw!) and Stephen Rahman-Hughes and Andrew Alexander are both involved in other projects. Sony dropped the ball here and hopefully someone will pick it up and run with it very soon.
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CD-Charts Position 10
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One Chance [Bonus Tracks] [Us Import]

by: Paul Potts

Release Date September 18, 2007

This US import version of the One Chance album offers two extra (festive) tracks to the original and was re-issued in September 2007 to appeal to the Christmas shoppers and present-buyers.

My views on Paul Potts remain unchanged since his debut One Chance album release, in that I still think he is a walking, singing example of how talent shows are so successful at both finding undiscovered talent and stirring the public into voicing their opinions and emotions so strongly towards that newly uncovered talent.

Opinions are generally divided between those who are able to take the singer for what he is (an ordinary guy with a natural gift for singing) and those who are grieved that his lack of operatic training has not hindered him in finding success in ... Read More: