Russell Watson – The Voice : Encore (2001)

Following up on the release of his debut CD, The Voice, Russell Watson is back with Encore, another mix of opera favorites and popular songs. By now Watson has become virtually a household name--he sells out large concert venues and remains on the top-seller charts. On Encore, we find Puccini and Verdi sharing the billing with Lulu and Lionel Ritchie on the CD's 16 tracks, which range from the much-loved Bach-Gounod "Ave Maria" to "Where My Heart Will Take Me," the theme for Enterprise (the latest Star Trek TV series). Indeed, a more fitting title might have been The Voices, since Watson explores opera, sacred works, film, television themes, and pop songs. The orchestral arrangements on tracks such as "Va, Pensiero" may not win him any fans from the opera contingency, but Watson reveals a captivating sound on pop ballads, including "You Are So Beautiful" and "Somewhere." If you enjoyed The Voice, you're certain to want an encore. --Rebecca Agnew



Posted previously , Pop Tenor Series :

Mario Frangoulis – Sometime I Dream [2002] In lossless and lossy format
Mario Frangoulis – Follow Your Heart [2004] In lossless and lossy format
Russell Watson – The Voice: Reprise [2003] In lossless and lossy format
Russell Watson – Amore Musica [2004] In lossless and lossy format