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A collection of Josh's best loved songs plus a bonus disc of Christmas songs from the No.1 US album "Noel".
About the Artist
Josh Groban burst on to the international music scene in 2001 with the release of his self-titled debut album featuring the hit single, "To Where You Are." His follow up CD "Closer" with the smash hit "You Raise Me Up" brought enormous success to the young singing sensation. He has made scores of television appearances beginning with Ally McBeal and continuing with countless performances on Oprah Winfrey, Good Morning America, The Today Show, two PBS specials, the Superbowl, the Oscars and the closing ceremonies of the 2002 Salt Lake City Olympics with an audience of over 2 billion people. His first PBS Special went on to become the No. 1 selling DVD of 2002. On the touring front, Groban started out his now legendary 40-city concert tour (which sold out in a record breaking 20 minutes) and then went straight forward to a two year arena tour across the US.
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35 of 37 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Anyone who adores Josh and that heavenly voice as much as I will almost certainly have all the tracks featured on the CD, with the exception of the song from Chess, but we Grobanites all know we're gonna buy this collection anyway!
There is a great range of his songs on the CD from all his albums, which makes it a perfect gift for someone you want to convert to Grobanism, or if you've only recently become a fan and want to experience the best of Josh. I don't own it yet but I'd confidently promise anyone that it is well worth the money.
There is a great range of his songs on the CD from all his albums, which makes it a perfect gift for someone you want to convert to Grobanism, or if you've only recently become a fan and want to experience the best of Josh. I don't own it yet but I'd confidently promise anyone that it is well worth the money.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Thank goodness this album was advertised on the television. I had never heard of Josh Groban before. Now after listening to half of this album [I have got stuck on track 8, To Where You Are] I will be catching up with his other works. This is beautiful collection of songs. He has a wonderful soaring voice, and deserves all the good reviews that are surely going to come for this cd. Buy it as soon as possible, turn the lights down, cuddle up in front of a roaring log fire, and indulge yourself.
35 of 38 people found the following review helpful
...from light classical to show tunes, Groban gets the best-of treatment, just in time for Christmas...
28 Nov 2008
Format:Audio CD
Josh Groban is insanely popular in America, but mention his name to someone in the UK and you'll get one of two responses -- either a shrug or a reply of "Didn't he sing that Westlife song?" -- both of which are just plain wrong.
A lot of people sneer at pop/classical crossovers, but the record-buying public seems to love them regardless; hence the regular chart appearances of the likes of Il Divo, G4 and Jonathan Ansell, amongst others. With 25 million album sales to his name, Josh Groban likewise rates high with a lot of people. So even if it seems a bit early in the game, he releases his first best-of collection in Europe.
Each of his three studio albums -- 2001's Josh Groban, 2004's Closer, and 2006's Awake -- are well represented, highlighting his incredibly melodic tenor voice. As well, there are a couple of live tracks thrown in for good measure, including the previously unreleased "Anthem" and a version of "Weeping" recorded with the Soweto Gospel Choir at the Mandela Concert in Hyde Park, London. His voice has added resonance live, so it's a shame nothing from his three live albums -- Josh Groban in Concert, Live At The Greek, and Awake Live -- is represented in this set. Indeed, it was his live performance at a Michael Buble concert that first roused my interest.
Also included in this new collection is a bonus CD with six songs from his Christmas album, Noël, which was the best-selling album in America in 2007.
All in all, there isn't much that doesn't count as a highlight. Funereal favorite "You Raise Me Up" is, naturally, outstanding, but "Per Te," "Alejate," and "Cinema Paradiso (Se)" are right up there as well, along with the aforementioned "Anthem." If there is one song guaranteed to make a grown man weak in the knees, though, then it's "Alla Luce Del Sole."
There are a couple of missteps, however, like "Weeping," wherein Groban sounds restrained in the presence of the gospel choir, as well as on his rendition of the Charlie Chaplin song, "Smile," which is just unsuited to his vocal style. Glitches aside, though, it's an exemplary collection.
Whether this release will give Groban's career a boost overseas is debatable. There's certainly a market for his style of music -- and he's probably the best currently around -- but it's a crowded field. His profile over here in the UK is arguably as high as it's ever been, coming off the back of appearances at the Classical Brit Awards, his Royal Albert Hall performances of Chess and Nelson Mandelas 90th Birthday concert; so if he's going to make it, then this will be the time.
A lot of people sneer at pop/classical crossovers, but the record-buying public seems to love them regardless; hence the regular chart appearances of the likes of Il Divo, G4 and Jonathan Ansell, amongst others. With 25 million album sales to his name, Josh Groban likewise rates high with a lot of people. So even if it seems a bit early in the game, he releases his first best-of collection in Europe.
Each of his three studio albums -- 2001's Josh Groban, 2004's Closer, and 2006's Awake -- are well represented, highlighting his incredibly melodic tenor voice. As well, there are a couple of live tracks thrown in for good measure, including the previously unreleased "Anthem" and a version of "Weeping" recorded with the Soweto Gospel Choir at the Mandela Concert in Hyde Park, London. His voice has added resonance live, so it's a shame nothing from his three live albums -- Josh Groban in Concert, Live At The Greek, and Awake Live -- is represented in this set. Indeed, it was his live performance at a Michael Buble concert that first roused my interest.
Also included in this new collection is a bonus CD with six songs from his Christmas album, Noël, which was the best-selling album in America in 2007.
All in all, there isn't much that doesn't count as a highlight. Funereal favorite "You Raise Me Up" is, naturally, outstanding, but "Per Te," "Alejate," and "Cinema Paradiso (Se)" are right up there as well, along with the aforementioned "Anthem." If there is one song guaranteed to make a grown man weak in the knees, though, then it's "Alla Luce Del Sole."
There are a couple of missteps, however, like "Weeping," wherein Groban sounds restrained in the presence of the gospel choir, as well as on his rendition of the Charlie Chaplin song, "Smile," which is just unsuited to his vocal style. Glitches aside, though, it's an exemplary collection.
Whether this release will give Groban's career a boost overseas is debatable. There's certainly a market for his style of music -- and he's probably the best currently around -- but it's a crowded field. His profile over here in the UK is arguably as high as it's ever been, coming off the back of appearances at the Classical Brit Awards, his Royal Albert Hall performances of Chess and Nelson Mandelas 90th Birthday concert; so if he's going to make it, then this will be the time.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
satisfied of Malestroit
And another great album from JG. I love all the numbers and his voice and the languages he uses. He seems to sing in them all so easily. When is the next album out?
Published 3 months ago by Satisfied of Malestroit
Perfection on disk
Josh Groban is now my favourite singer; he voice is beautiful and the music is perfect. Classical and opera style is great to listen to if you are doing something creative like... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Beasle95
Josh Groban- What a collection
One of the best CDs I've purchased! With my favourite February Song and his rendition of You Raise Me Up plus the beautiful Ave Maria and Silent Night on the 2nd disc, this has to... Read more
Published 6 months ago by M. Lewis
A fabulous gift for someone new to Josh Groban
I've just bought this album for a friend who asked me who Josh Groban was! She will love it, as it's a great introduction to his style, & his available albums. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Ludz
superb singer
I bought this cd purely for no. 8
just a breath away but there are some
lovely songs, some I knew some I didn,t
A lovely collection of songs by a superbly... Read more
just a breath away but there are some
lovely songs, some I knew some I didn,t
A lovely collection of songs by a superbly... Read more
Published 10 months ago by valry
A Collection by Josh Groban.
This is Josh Groban at his best for the album titled "A Collection". This very good album is a collection of classical music of this world class singer Josh Groban. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Desmond Anthony Gowdy
Nice, but lacking something...
Somehow I was expecting more. Not all of the songs featured here would be my choice for this album. I found myself fast forwarding some tracks. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Cuddlyj
Beautiful, beautiful!
What an amazing voice Josh has! Listening to this album, particularly one of my favourite tracks "Don't Give Up", is like the sun coming out on a cloudy day... Read more
Published 14 months ago by Nats f
Brilliant listening
My first album of Josh Groban and wow it gets better each time I listen to it. Am hooked now
Published on 26 Jan 2010 by buzzblond
TOP NOTCH
Josh Groban has been a favorite since he released his first album a few years ago. He never disappoints. This is a wonderful collection of his best songs. Read more
Published on 25 Jan 2010 by L. Sheppard
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