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This is the first album in four years from rhythm and blues veteran Van Morrison. Born to Sing: No Plan B was self-produced and recorded in his native Belfast, while also marking a return to jazz label Blue Note. It is Van the Man's 34th studio album in 45 years.
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17 of 18 people found the following review helpful
By Barry
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Yes, once again Van the man has managed to Wow his fans with this fantastic album. Van does not churn out one album after the other like some insipid lolly pop boy band. some years pass between the release of each recording and I spend those years checking to see if he has anything new on the shelf. When there is a new release I always find myself feeling a little nervous when I first play it. The reason for this is the fear that age might have finally robbed Van of his creativity and that powerful, gritty and wonderful voice of his. As sad as it is, age can do that. It happened to Sinatra and to many others
However the truth is that there are some who have a voice that matures and gets even better with age. Rod Stewart is an example and Van Morrison sounds better than I have ever heard him. If your a genuine Van Morrison fan you will not be disappointed with this album. There are no nasty surprises, no attempt to reinvent himself with some new musical style which is a typical mistake artists make as they get older. This is no nonsense, honest to goodness typical Van Morrison blues/jazz. The sax is heavenly. I Hoped this helped. Happy shopping
However the truth is that there are some who have a voice that matures and gets even better with age. Rod Stewart is an example and Van Morrison sounds better than I have ever heard him. If your a genuine Van Morrison fan you will not be disappointed with this album. There are no nasty surprises, no attempt to reinvent himself with some new musical style which is a typical mistake artists make as they get older. This is no nonsense, honest to goodness typical Van Morrison blues/jazz. The sax is heavenly. I Hoped this helped. Happy shopping
42 of 48 people found the following review helpful
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"Born To Sing: No Plan B" is Van Morrison's thirty fifth studio album in forty five years and his first new album in four years. It is also a return to the celebrated Blue Note jazz label for which he recorded the critically acclaimed "What's Wrong With This Picture?" The good news is that his latest album deserves equal acclaim. Although the usual musical elements of celtic soul, blues, rock and jazz are evident it is the latter that dominates the set.
Recorded in Belfast with a six piece band the album was produced by Van and all ten songs were written by him. The lyrics are linked to a common theme - materialism and greed and the devastating effect that they have on society. On the lovely, lilting "Going Down To Monte Carlo", with Van also playing piano and alto sax, he observes:
"Sartre said that hell is other people, I believe that most of them are".
But, the grumpiness aside, this is a beautifully realised album with superb musicianship which is perfectly displayed in the compelling "Close Enough For Jazz".
Van's production makes the sound of Hammond organ, electric guitar, tenor sax, trumpet, piano, trombone and drums warm and blissful as he swings through some of his best songs in years. Yes, he is famously curmudgeonly and a serial complainer but when he can write and perform music as inspired as this he can surely be forgiven.
Recorded in Belfast with a six piece band the album was produced by Van and all ten songs were written by him. The lyrics are linked to a common theme - materialism and greed and the devastating effect that they have on society. On the lovely, lilting "Going Down To Monte Carlo", with Van also playing piano and alto sax, he observes:
"Sartre said that hell is other people, I believe that most of them are".
But, the grumpiness aside, this is a beautifully realised album with superb musicianship which is perfectly displayed in the compelling "Close Enough For Jazz".
Van's production makes the sound of Hammond organ, electric guitar, tenor sax, trumpet, piano, trombone and drums warm and blissful as he swings through some of his best songs in years. Yes, he is famously curmudgeonly and a serial complainer but when he can write and perform music as inspired as this he can surely be forgiven.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By Simon
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I love Van Morrison's music
This is probably the best album since Days Like This & The Healing Game
For me, track 2 "Goin' Down To Monte Carlo" has to be my favourite by far - it has everything in there for the reason why i love his music - it's played on every trip in the car (on repeat), the rest of the album doesn't really get a look in - smoother than a cashmere codpiece
This is probably the best album since Days Like This & The Healing Game
For me, track 2 "Goin' Down To Monte Carlo" has to be my favourite by far - it has everything in there for the reason why i love his music - it's played on every trip in the car (on repeat), the rest of the album doesn't really get a look in - smoother than a cashmere codpiece
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This was a present for someone's birthday so not sure what they think about it but not had any negative feedback
Published 1 month ago by Trudi Winney
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Born to Sing
Big Van fan but wasn't sure about some of his recent albums and held off purchasing this one - however since bought, it has not been out of my car CD player for 3 months. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Nicksou
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Is it treading water van has trod for years...yep. Is it offering something brand new and cutting edge...no. Is it still not much fun being van...yep. Read more
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Arrived quickly, within the week of purchasing, especially since its destination was to Australia. Well Done! Read more
Published 1 month ago by Jacinta Phillip
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What's new from Van?
The single, Open the Door to Your Heart, stands out for me on this album. When I heard Van was releasing that song I looked up another song, sung by Daryl Banks, with the same... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Bryan Morrison
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Going through the motions
I've bought all of Mr. Morrison's albums in the past and will continue to buy them in the future. But I wish he would get over himself and bring out an album full of great songs... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Harvey Chapman
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Fabulous
As usual Van comes up trumps again. Nothing else to say except buy it and see for yourself. Great addition to my collection.
Published 2 months ago by Norma Peters
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Excellent
Any CD by Van Morrison is bound to be brilliant even when delivered without the outer cellophane, he is King.
Published 3 months ago by Yaya
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Van back to his best!!!!!
Best Van Morrison album in years and the first one I've bought in years! Buy it I say and you won't be disappointed!
Published 4 months ago by Papa murf
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As good as always
Even if its not always inovatory it is Van Morrison and if you like his music you will like this as much as al its other CD's.
Published 4 months ago by Loek
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