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It’s been nearly two years since the release of Will Young’s critically acclaimed and five times platinum selling album, ‘Friday’s Child’. Since then, Will’s solo career has seen him turn from a young apprentice into one of the UK’s most successful solo male artists. Returning as focused, driven and enthusiastic as he’s ever been, Will is set to release his eagerly awaited third album, ‘Keep On’, on 21 November 2005 through SonyBMG. Over the past few years, Will has emerged as an accomplished songwriter and vocalist whilst captivating fans and playing sell-out shows on two tours and at festival dates throughout the UK. Fast forward to 2005, and Will’s been in the studio working with long-time producer/collaborator Steve Lipson (whose credits include Annie Lennox and the Pet Shop Boys) to create an album that highlights how much his sound and style has matured. Co-writing over half of the album Will has also worked closely with an established team of songwriters including Nitin Sawhney, Karen Poole (Kylie), Jamie Hartmann (Joss Stone) and Robin Thicke (Usher). ‘Switch It On’ is the first single to be taken from the album and it’s packed with a sophisticated mix of fervent rhythms and attitude. A rich clash of guitars, harmonica and razor-sharp drums married with Will’s soulful vocals show him pushing the boundaries whilst still creating a track in his own, inimitable style. Things slow down a little for ‘All Time Love’, an elegant and classic ballad that picks up from where the number one hit ‘Leave Right Now’ left off. Stripped right back, ‘All Time Love’ is a spellbinding and magical song that could easily become a modern standard and is the second single due for release in February 2006. ‘Keep On’ is testament to Will’s dedication and creative development, and is just the beginning of the next chapter in one of the UK’s most exciting solo music careers.
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CD 19, 828767495422, 12 Track
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12 of 13 people found the following review helpful
By josie
Format:Audio CD
This is a brilliant third album. His albums are getting more and more mature and far from the poppy stuff he was expected to push out after pop idol. I think many people are genuinely surprised how good and individual he has become. All the songs are different and he not only has a soully character to his voice he sings with soul too. Home, Ain't such a bad place to be, Think About it and Think it over are particulary brilliant.Will will be there in years to come with the Madonnas, Robbies and Georges of the world as he is a one off.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By LM1980
Format:Audio CD
Got this as I liked the singles Switch it on, All time love and Who am I. It's worth getting for those tracks, which are excellent. Keep On is also a good track. The rest is worth a listen. It's a well made album and most people should find at least half a dozen tracks they like on it.
54 of 61 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Audio CD
This album contains Will's best work to date. It is energetic, mature,honest and lyrically stunning. It has everything you could imagine - motivating tracks in Keep On, Think it Over and Think About it. It has the exciting lead single Switch it On, alongside the funky masterpiece 'Ain't Such a Bad Place to Be' - both of which have a loudness and attitude that is unrivalled by anything else in the charts at the moment. There is plenty to think about on this album - there is not a single 'filler' on there. All I Want is very different to any of Will's previous work, serving to show other dimensions to his stunning vocal range. Intermingled with the upbeat tracks, are some truly beautiful ballads and intimate lyrics. All Time Love is haunting and the simple melody allows the beautiful vocals to really shine through, and let you understand what the song is all about. Save Yourself is pleading and slightly despairing, while Who Am I is a totally modern romantic track
which is ultimately positive. In the middle of the album is the summery 'Happiness' which is uplifting and light hearted. Less light hearted, but lyrically fascinating is 'Madness' which is performed calmly but you get the impression there is a frustration and anger behind it - a genius piece of work. The closing track of the album, Home, is arguably the best song that he has written or performed to date. It's not an overstatement to say it is a classic. The whole piece is moving, dark and totally original. It is demanding to listen to and there's no cosy finish to the piece - and that makes you want to listen to it all over again. Keep On is an inspirational adventure - there isn't one style to describe it - and that, along with beautiful vocals, fantastic and raw musical arrangements, and intelligent lyrics, is the attraction in this 3rd album from the multi talented Mr Young.
which is ultimately positive. In the middle of the album is the summery 'Happiness' which is uplifting and light hearted. Less light hearted, but lyrically fascinating is 'Madness' which is performed calmly but you get the impression there is a frustration and anger behind it - a genius piece of work. The closing track of the album, Home, is arguably the best song that he has written or performed to date. It's not an overstatement to say it is a classic. The whole piece is moving, dark and totally original. It is demanding to listen to and there's no cosy finish to the piece - and that makes you want to listen to it all over again. Keep On is an inspirational adventure - there isn't one style to describe it - and that, along with beautiful vocals, fantastic and raw musical arrangements, and intelligent lyrics, is the attraction in this 3rd album from the multi talented Mr Young.
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Awesome Album
I would'nt say I am a big Will Young fan judging by the singles output, but I stumbled on this album and gave it a go. Read more
Published on 1 Dec 2009 by Michael Antoniou
4.0 out of 5 stars
The sounds of Will Young
As allways good old Will never fails to deliver, a great album with one or two tracks which i was not so keen on, but hey might suit you, a very nice album to just sit and chill... Read more
Published on 1 Feb 2009 by Rachel Dixon
5.0 out of 5 stars
John Nettles mown down by Rodney the bass caterpillar
We can see from this picture that Will is severley depressed out about his extremely mis-shapen skull, clearly this is the reason why he would be better keeping a low profile. Read more
Published on 2 Jan 2009 by R. Jennings
3.0 out of 5 stars
My wife Liked it, he sings well
if you like that sort of thing its great, if not, avoid. Good voice, well written songs, moderately enjoyable
Published on 10 Dec 2008 by Man of Kent
3.0 out of 5 stars
im a huge will fan but not his best!!
this is a good album but not his best some of it is abit unusual and its an album that doesant know what its suppose too be too complicated in parts but i love switch it on,all... Read more
Published on 19 Aug 2008 by Mr. S. L. Smith
5.0 out of 5 stars
Keep On
Bought this C.D. as I keep hearing his records in the shops, so I decided to listen to more of Will Young, and I was'nt disappointed, great music, fabulous voice, carn't stop... Read more
Published on 3 Jan 2007 by Music novice
5.0 out of 5 stars
it's only 5 stars because i cannot do 100 stars!
Having followed Mr Young throughout Pop Idol and the massive phenomenon that you could call his career following, I think that this makes me qualified enough to review this master... Read more
Published on 30 Aug 2006 by lucky lucky lucky
3.0 out of 5 stars
give it a listen , you might be surprised
will is in an awkward position , he has a great soul voice , but i guess his record company need the hits ,would love to hear an album with a little less polish ,but this is still... Read more
Published on 11 July 2006 by beecee
5.0 out of 5 stars
Keep On from a Music Fan
A fantastic album, my favourites are Keep On. Who Am I. All time Love. and Aint such a bad place to be. Will has excelled himself with this and I can't stop playing it.
Published on 22 May 2006 by L. Bloom
5.0 out of 5 stars
He gets better and better!
This album is stunning, Will has grown into an absolute star! This album shows his maturity and growing talents which seem to develop more with every album, when I think he can't... Read more
Published on 21 May 2006 by A. Livesey
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