Russell Watson - Reprise [2003]
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Track List: Reprise [2003]
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- Santa LuciaDownload & Buy
- Immenso SognoDownload & Buy
- Tutto Sei Per MeDownload & Buy
- Core 'ngratoDownload & Buy
- The Pearl Fishers' Duet
- GranadaDownload & Buy
- Torna A Surriento
- La Danza
- All Or NothingDownload & Buy
- The Living YearsDownload & Buy
- Did You EverDownload & Buy
- Vesti La GiubbaDownload & Buy
- Recondita ArmoniaDownload & Buy
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Album Details: Reprise [2003]
- Release Date:
- 10/14/2003
- Label:
- Decca
- UPC:
- 028947537021
User Reviews: Reprise [2003]
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, October 27, 2003Reviewer: joycebaron - See all joycebaron's reviews -
OUR RUSSELL HAS DONE IT AGAIN!!!!!
, October 26, 2003Reviewer: tacangelstampingran - See all tacangelstampingran's reviewsPros: Russell can sing anything!!
Cons: None whatsoever!!!
Russell has done it again!! This CD is supburb. This man can sing anything; he has the voice of an angel.
I have all of his other CD's, duplicates of some and his DVD's and video tapes. I can't get enough.
His rendition of Core n'grato is nothing less than soul stiring. And the new songs on this version of Reprise are so romantic. What can I say? I LOVE IT!!!!
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Pro Reviews: Reprise [2003]
| EXPERT RATING: From AMG Reviews Although Classical crossover artists are not unique, few are truly adept at handling the subtleties pop music as they simply bend their quasioperatic voices to fit into the confines of a pop melody. It's a bit like watching a 7foot basketball star exit his limo and then fold his body into a little sports car he may be able to get into the auto, but it's not necessarily a comfortable fit. Russell Watson is the rare exception that is comfortable in both settings as listening to him is like listening to two distinct people; there is the powerful tenor who can handle the rigorous demands of operatic solos and there is the suave Europop singer who can deftly navigate the intricacies of a popular song. Unlike his contemporaries, Watson has the unique ability to actually change his voice in order to fit the style of music he is performing. An example of this morphing technique can be heard on the first two tracks of Reprise, his third solo disc. Opening with Cottrau's "Santa Lucia," Watson's wellsupported tenor sounds like a younger, lessexcitable Mario Lanza as he gives a warm reading to this Italian favorite. Then, as if a multiCD player is set on shuffle mode, a breathy and slightly husky voice enters in "Immenso Sogno," a Europeanstyle pop ballad that Watson sings in a hushed tone that is devoid of any Classical technique. The difference is immediate and effective and allows Watson to successfully live in two separate musical worlds that embrace his talent. However, there are drawbacks on each side of the fence. Although his tenor is getting stronger, he will most likely not be able to obtain the majestic richness and depth of a true master like Pavoratti, but that's just fine as his capable work can still be admired and enjoyed. On the pop music side, Watson doesn't always select the best English language songs to cover as evident by the inclusion of Mike the Mechanic's "The Living Years," in which the listless arrangement and repetitive structure simply do not mesh with the balance of the disc. In addition to that misstep, there is not much on Reprise that is different from its two predecessors except for the fact that Watson's voice is improving. Basically, it adds up to a pleasant listen that will continue to charm audiences of both pop and classical music. [The 2002 import of Reprise has 17 tracks and includes selections not available on the 2003 U.S. release.] - Aaron Latham, All Music Guide |
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Born in 1974, British tenor Russell Watson became an opera singer by freak occurrence. While he was regularly singing in bars and clubs in the Manchester and London suburbs, an owner of one such venue told Watson that he thought his voice was better ...Full Russell Watson Biography
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Pros: Great CD
Cons: Only 13 songs!
I am really enjoying this CD. Just love the four new songs and, of course, all the others that were on previous CDs. I look forward to Russell's next CD. The only regret is that there were only 13 songs compared to 17 on the U.K. CD. The fact that Russell co-wrote DID YOU EVER is a plus for this CD. The reason I bought this CD is that I love Russell's voice and I hope he continues to record and also write songs.