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Track Listings
| 1. While You See A Chance |
| 2. Let It Be |
| 3. The Living Years |
| 4. Blue Bayou |
| 5. S.O.S |
| 6. Seven Bridges |
| 7. Lady Madonna |
| 8. Time In A Bottle |
| 9. Already There |
| 10. In The Ghetto |
| 11. Long Train Running |
| 12. On A Christmas Night |
| 13. Every Step Of The Way |
| 14. Footsteps 2 Theme |
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This is the true follow-up to his 2009 album ‘Footsteps’, which reached #4 in the Artist Albums Chart and has sold more than 60,000 units since its release.
‘Footsteps 2’ follows the concept that captured the public’s imagination just a couple of years ago. The album has a couple of new songs, as well as his interpretations of some classic tunes, which include Steve Winwood’s ‘While You See A Chance’, Roy Orbison’s ‘Blue Bayou’, Mike & The Mechanics ‘The Living Years’ and Abba’s ‘S.O.S.’.
As Chris said upon releasing ‘Footsteps’, “Listening to the great songwriters was the inspiration for me to try and become a good songwriter myself,” he says. “I’m talking about the likes of Lennon & McCartney and Bob Dylan; people as good as that just don’t seem to exist any more. I learned my trade, my craft, almost at the feet of the Great Masters. And that is my musical journey. Those songs are my footsteps.”
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19th studio album and the follow-up to his 2009 album Footsteps, which reached #4 on the UK charts
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Footsteps 2 is a 'must have' for all lovers of exceptional vocals, outstanding musicality and superb production. There are 14 tracks on the Album, 4 of which are original songs from Chris...the remaining 10 are covers of songs which have been an enormous influence on Chris' career.
The CD starts with 'While You See A Chance', a song that is new to me but one which has a very 'catchy' melody and interesting lyrics.
This is followed by the Beatle's classis 'Let It Be'. An excellent interpretation: beautiful vocals and sensitive piano playing, building up to a full guitar solo...wonderful!
'The Living Years' is the next track; a very emotional song which is sung with passion and a poignancy that gives the song the respect it deserves, coupled with beautiful backing vocals.
Roy Orbison's 'Blue Bayou' highlights Chris' exceptional vocal range; easy listening with simple backing vocals and uncomplicated accompaniment.
'SOS' is the UK single from the Album. I love Chris' version of this song as he concentrates on the lyrics, singing with a feeling that other Artists fail to achieve. The song then builds to an amazing full band sound...fantastic for performing 'live' on stage.
Then comes 'Seven Bridges'..originally a German song, interpreted by Chris' own lyrics. I hadn't heard this song before but loved it immediately. Powerful, vocally and musically.
Another Beatle's classic..'Lady Madonna' follows and is probably the song I like least on the Album. The vocals and music are faultless, just not a personal favourite.
Following my least favourite, comes one of my favourites: 'Time In A Bottle'. Once again, sung with such passion, sensitivity and perfect vocals, allowing us to hear, and digest, the beautiful lyrics.
'Already There' is the first of Chris' own songs which I loved on first hearing. The melody is 'catchy' with a wonderful story about hopes and dreams and how to make them come true...classic CdeB!
'In The Ghetto' is another personal favourite. So good is Chris' interpretation, he actually transports me to the Ghetto when I listen to this song. Once again, beautiful vocals and simple accompaniment.
'Long Train Running' is a song I think will be perfect for a 'live' performance: fast moving and good for dancing.
'On A Christmas Night' is another of Chris' own songs. I was surprised to find a Christmas song on this Album, however, in true CdeB style, we experience Christmas through the eyes of a small boy; beautifully sung, with strong backing vocals and a 'stay in your head' melody.
'Every Step Of The Way' written by Chris is definitely another firm favourite. A story of life's hardships and struggles but, more importantly, of friendship. CdeB at his best!!
The album culminates in the 'Footsteps 2' theme which resembles the Footsteps theme, with a slight variation; linking the two together.
A wonderful album by Chris de Burgh; a 'must have' for all fans past, present and future! 5*
The CD starts with 'While You See A Chance', a song that is new to me but one which has a very 'catchy' melody and interesting lyrics.
This is followed by the Beatle's classis 'Let It Be'. An excellent interpretation: beautiful vocals and sensitive piano playing, building up to a full guitar solo...wonderful!
'The Living Years' is the next track; a very emotional song which is sung with passion and a poignancy that gives the song the respect it deserves, coupled with beautiful backing vocals.
Roy Orbison's 'Blue Bayou' highlights Chris' exceptional vocal range; easy listening with simple backing vocals and uncomplicated accompaniment.
'SOS' is the UK single from the Album. I love Chris' version of this song as he concentrates on the lyrics, singing with a feeling that other Artists fail to achieve. The song then builds to an amazing full band sound...fantastic for performing 'live' on stage.
Then comes 'Seven Bridges'..originally a German song, interpreted by Chris' own lyrics. I hadn't heard this song before but loved it immediately. Powerful, vocally and musically.
Another Beatle's classic..'Lady Madonna' follows and is probably the song I like least on the Album. The vocals and music are faultless, just not a personal favourite.
Following my least favourite, comes one of my favourites: 'Time In A Bottle'. Once again, sung with such passion, sensitivity and perfect vocals, allowing us to hear, and digest, the beautiful lyrics.
'Already There' is the first of Chris' own songs which I loved on first hearing. The melody is 'catchy' with a wonderful story about hopes and dreams and how to make them come true...classic CdeB!
'In The Ghetto' is another personal favourite. So good is Chris' interpretation, he actually transports me to the Ghetto when I listen to this song. Once again, beautiful vocals and simple accompaniment.
'Long Train Running' is a song I think will be perfect for a 'live' performance: fast moving and good for dancing.
'On A Christmas Night' is another of Chris' own songs. I was surprised to find a Christmas song on this Album, however, in true CdeB style, we experience Christmas through the eyes of a small boy; beautifully sung, with strong backing vocals and a 'stay in your head' melody.
'Every Step Of The Way' written by Chris is definitely another firm favourite. A story of life's hardships and struggles but, more importantly, of friendship. CdeB at his best!!
The album culminates in the 'Footsteps 2' theme which resembles the Footsteps theme, with a slight variation; linking the two together.
A wonderful album by Chris de Burgh; a 'must have' for all fans past, present and future! 5*
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
Not as good as footsteps 1. His version of abba's s.o.s was disappointing and didn't play to his strengths, and his version of 'the ghetto' doesn't touch Elvis. Nevertheless, I'd still buy a copy if I didn't have one.
5 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I am a huge fan of Chris's music and so was greatly surprised at the mediocrity of his latest album. I don't know why it's called Footsteps 2 as it has no connection whatsoever with its predecessor, Footsteps. I absolutely adored Footsteps but Footsteps 2 is just Chris singing other peoples' songs, and quite frankly I prefer the originals.
Me thinks Chris should stick with what Chris does best, writing his own lyrics and music. In respect of these two areas, he leads the pack.
Me thinks Chris should stick with what Chris does best, writing his own lyrics and music. In respect of these two areas, he leads the pack.
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chris de burgh
A good cd from top artist. Worth seeing live if you get the chance you will be in for a really good evening
Published 15 days ago by Mr. M. Armiger
fantastic
What a fantastic cd..
Once again Chris de burgh has excelled himself
His choice of songs is amazing and as ever his voice...... heaven
Once again Chris de burgh has excelled himself
His choice of songs is amazing and as ever his voice...... heaven
Published 4 months ago by jane1956red
footsteps 2
chris de burgh always makes good music this is no exception as always the service is very good a pleasure to deal with company
Published 5 months ago by D. Lawson
Footsteps 2
As a life-long De Burgh fan I am very disappointed. The songs are not performed in a particularly 'new' way so why bother? Also very little original material - very self-indulgent.
Published 6 months ago by Sallylemon
Great album
Chris de Burgh has surpassed himself with this album. My all time favourite song is on it, Living Years by Mike and the Mechanics (reminds me of my dad) and I never thought anyone... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Ms. Helen Jones
superior CD
This CD is exactly what we expected. Sound produced is as good as attending a live concert. Once again we will be back for more.
Published 6 months ago by lingod28
Disappointed long term fan.
I have enjoyed all the other CdeB albums, but unfortunately I have been disappointed with this album.
I feel the production sounds cheap. Read more
I feel the production sounds cheap. Read more
Published 6 months ago by MC Fat Bloke
not great
like Footsteps 1 Chris adds nothing new to these songs. He is not a master at interpreting others songs and breathing new life into them say for example, like Bryan Ferry working... Read more
Published 7 months ago by faith bhoy
Great covers album
I loved the first Footsteps album and I think this one might even be better. Great song selection and Chris sings each song with such feeling that he really brings each one to... Read more
Published 7 months ago by John Bennett
Footsteps 2
Fab CD good price will order again fab songs but having said that all his DVD's and CD's are he excells with each and everyone no question about that sings with heart and soul pure... Read more
Published 7 months ago by mary
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