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22 of 24 people found the following review helpful
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I've been looking forward to hearing more from Paul Potts for a long time, and was not disappointed by this wonderful ten track album, which kept me entertained and uplifted for all 38 minutes of its running time. Is that too short for an album? Those who don't like Paul Potts would say it's too long, but let's not talk about them anymore. Thanks to there being such a good variation of music across the album I'd say that the running time is just right.
The album starts off well with a rousing version of The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face, except of course that it's in Italian. I expected to think of the English words when listening to it, but he really makes it his own, and that's no small challenge. The next song is Sei Con Me - a duet with the lovely Hayley Westenra, and has fast become one of my favourite classical duets. Next comes the haunting string introduction to Un Giorno Per Noi, and when his voice comes in, Paul does the rousing melody of this song full justice. Il Canto is the perfect choice for a follow on song, but then we get to A Whiter Shade of Pale (or, if you translate the Italian title back into English, Without Light), which I didn't feel worked as well turned into an aria as the next song - Memory. Memory is the one song I thought before listening could be a disaster - not because of its translation to Italian (it's been done before, and excellently sung by Sarah Brightman), but because I couldn't imagine it being sung so deeply. I was pleasantly surprised to find myself really enjoying it.
The next three tracks - Mamma, Tristesse, and especially the beautiful song Bellamore - show a tenderness to Paul's voice, as - in quite a different way - does the heartrending finale E Lucevan Le Stelle, which doesn't so much end the album on a crescendo but on a feeling of loss and regret. I don't see how anyone could regret buying this album though, as Paul has a wonderfully rich and heartfelt voice. He may not be liked by some people, whatever their motives may be, but if you like his voice then I feel that you will really enjoy this album. I'm genuinely glad I bought it.
The album starts off well with a rousing version of The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face, except of course that it's in Italian. I expected to think of the English words when listening to it, but he really makes it his own, and that's no small challenge. The next song is Sei Con Me - a duet with the lovely Hayley Westenra, and has fast become one of my favourite classical duets. Next comes the haunting string introduction to Un Giorno Per Noi, and when his voice comes in, Paul does the rousing melody of this song full justice. Il Canto is the perfect choice for a follow on song, but then we get to A Whiter Shade of Pale (or, if you translate the Italian title back into English, Without Light), which I didn't feel worked as well turned into an aria as the next song - Memory. Memory is the one song I thought before listening could be a disaster - not because of its translation to Italian (it's been done before, and excellently sung by Sarah Brightman), but because I couldn't imagine it being sung so deeply. I was pleasantly surprised to find myself really enjoying it.
The next three tracks - Mamma, Tristesse, and especially the beautiful song Bellamore - show a tenderness to Paul's voice, as - in quite a different way - does the heartrending finale E Lucevan Le Stelle, which doesn't so much end the album on a crescendo but on a feeling of loss and regret. I don't see how anyone could regret buying this album though, as Paul has a wonderfully rich and heartfelt voice. He may not be liked by some people, whatever their motives may be, but if you like his voice then I feel that you will really enjoy this album. I'm genuinely glad I bought it.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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His debut was a great success! His follow-up even better!
The truth is that this album will probably not sell as many copies as his first did. However to me 'Passione' is miles ahead of his debut. Paul Potts delivers breathtaking vocals on an album lined with brilliant songs! Perhaps none of them with the presence of 'Nessun Dorma' but then again there is probably not another song like it.
Mr Potts proves that he can sustain his career as a top class vocalist. He's not just another winner of a 'reality show' that will disappear in a year. It's difficult to single out any songs on 'Passione' as they are all quite good. La Prima Volta, Un Giorno Per Moi and Piano stand out for me personally.
No we await Paul Potts' first visit to South Africa! (Hint)
The truth is that this album will probably not sell as many copies as his first did. However to me 'Passione' is miles ahead of his debut. Paul Potts delivers breathtaking vocals on an album lined with brilliant songs! Perhaps none of them with the presence of 'Nessun Dorma' but then again there is probably not another song like it.
Mr Potts proves that he can sustain his career as a top class vocalist. He's not just another winner of a 'reality show' that will disappear in a year. It's difficult to single out any songs on 'Passione' as they are all quite good. La Prima Volta, Un Giorno Per Moi and Piano stand out for me personally.
No we await Paul Potts' first visit to South Africa! (Hint)
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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The selection of the songs is realy great and Paul's performance is excellent. More mature and better recording makes this cd a must for opera lovers...
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sorry but this album is rubbish end of review, as for the singer???? i hear he got a boo off stage recently, looks like the dream is over and the cowell magic has worn off yet... Read more
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FLUSH!!!!
GREAT JOB, POTTS! I had a bit of a constipation, loaded this off the internet, and by half of song #1, everything was OK again. THANK YOU!
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Published on 25 Dec 2009 by Mr. John Hann
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Having been astonished at witnessing this unassuming gentleman's beautiful singing voice seeming to have come from nowhere when first heard nationally on Britain's Got Talent, and,... Read more
Published on 11 Dec 2009 by A Nobody
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Since these CDs appear under the Classical Music department, let me suggest for those who have bought already CDs of Paul Potts, or intend to do it, should consider to purchase the... Read more
Published on 10 Sep 2009 by Micio
Sony signed Paul Potts; I can't believe it.
Companies no longer care about the art of opera. Perhaps this isn't being marketed as opera, I don't know, but all I can remember is Paul Potts coming on TV saying "I want to sing... Read more
Published on 5 Aug 2009 by Cadillac-89
Passione
Didn't enjoy this as much as his first CD, but maybe it's because I'm not so familiar with some of the material.
Published on 26 July 2009 by Mrs. Jennifer M. Pippen
Great for Meditation
Paul Potts Passione.
For me a lover of Opera, i find this C.D.very restfull, no grinding screeches you can suffer on some Opera singers music, i find it peacefull, good choice... Read more
For me a lover of Opera, i find this C.D.very restfull, no grinding screeches you can suffer on some Opera singers music, i find it peacefull, good choice... Read more
Published on 26 July 2009 by Mr. Donald H. Muller
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