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Track Listings
| 1. I Have Lived |
| 2. I Close My Eyes And Count To Ten - Marc Almond, Sarah Cracknell |
| 3. Bedsitter Images |
| 4. The London Boys |
| 5. Strangers In The Night |
| 6. The Ballad Of The Sad Young Men - Marc Almond, Antony Hegarty |
| 7. Stardom Road |
| 8. Kitsch |
| 9. Backstage (I'm Lonely) - Marc Almond, Jools Holland |
| 10. Dream Lover |
| 11. Happy Heart |
| 12. Redeem Me |
| 13. The Curtain Falls |
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Stardom Road is the 2007 album from the flamboyant performer best known as the voice behind Soft Cell. The album is a musical journey of cover songs that have influenced Marc through his life and his significant growth as an artist. The album also contains one new song, "Redeem Me (Beauty Will Redeem The World)", which Almond wrote specifically for Stardom Road. This collection features many of the genres that Marc has been associated with over the years, including torch song; the 1950s crooners; the grand orchestral sounds of the 1960s; the 'over the top' pop glam of the 70s and the electro-style of the 80s that made him famous as part of Soft Cell. Stardom Road gives the listener a personal glimpse into Marc Almond's inspirations, aspirations and conclusions. It is a tremendously important album, being his first since his near-fatal motorcycle crash in 2004. The crash proved life changing, as such ordeals often are. Recording this album has formed an important part of the recovery process and represents the turning point as Marc Almond the artist returns to form. The album has been compiled with the help of Tris Penna, who produced many of the tracks with the acclaimed producer Marius de Vries and arranger Mike Smith. It features guest spots from Antony Hegarty of Antony and the Johnsons; Jools Holland, with whom Marc has often toured; and Sarah Cracknell from St Etienne.
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Limited special offer. 2007 album from the Soft Cell frontman! Cameos by Antony (Antony & The Johnsons) ; Sarah Cracknell (Saint Etienne) ; Jools Holland and others. Includes covers of David Bowie ; Gene Pitney ; Al Stewart and more, plus one original new
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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
The thing about Mr. Almond is, that he has no surpassable boundaries. No matter how hard you knock him (down) the boy will will always bounce back up again - screaming "I'm still here !!"
This album, a sublime mixture of old eclectic (Dream Lover, I Close My Eyes, Strangers In The Night, and forceable hidden old gems like classic Bowie - London Boys(my fav!) Kitsch, Bedsitter Images (see what he did there !!?) and Curtain Falls), is simply a prime example of Mr. Almond singing the songs that HE likes the way HE likes to.....and we will love !....just bloody buy it, if you dont believe me !!
This album, a sublime mixture of old eclectic (Dream Lover, I Close My Eyes, Strangers In The Night, and forceable hidden old gems like classic Bowie - London Boys(my fav!) Kitsch, Bedsitter Images (see what he did there !!?) and Curtain Falls), is simply a prime example of Mr. Almond singing the songs that HE likes the way HE likes to.....and we will love !....just bloody buy it, if you dont believe me !!
13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
By J. Jackson
Format:Audio CD
Marc Almond is on splendid form here, and the songs carefully selected for this mature collection somehow sound as though he was always MEANT to be singing them one day. The instrumental arrangements are suitably lavish and the varied array of songs and styles represented - ranging from the late night piano bar feel of "The Ballad Of Sad Young Men" (a duet with Antony Hegarty), through to Almond's affectionate reinterpretation with Sarah Cracknell of "I Close My Eyes (And Count To Ten)" and the pure out-and-out joy of his cover of the classic "Happy Heart" - make this one of the most enjoyable and satisfying Marc Almond albums to date. Highly recommended.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
By D. C. Julian
Format:Audio CD
Having seen Marc recently at his Wilton shows and at the Mermaid theatre with the BBC concert orchestra I became familiar with some of the songs on this new and fantastic album!
Since his RTA back in 2004 Marc has done what many of us didnt expect return to recording and touring. Surviving the accident was amazing but to deliver with the quality of STARDOM ROAD is a revelation!
Its difficult to single out any track but if I had to it would be Kitch(just because he totally lets go) reminds me of Traumas, Traumas, Traumas crossed with Macarthur Park. I have never been this excited about one of his albums since the utterly fantastic MOTHER FIST AND HER FIVE DAUGHTERS and justifiably so GO AND BUY IT NOW!
Since his RTA back in 2004 Marc has done what many of us didnt expect return to recording and touring. Surviving the accident was amazing but to deliver with the quality of STARDOM ROAD is a revelation!
Its difficult to single out any track but if I had to it would be Kitch(just because he totally lets go) reminds me of Traumas, Traumas, Traumas crossed with Macarthur Park. I have never been this excited about one of his albums since the utterly fantastic MOTHER FIST AND HER FIVE DAUGHTERS and justifiably so GO AND BUY IT NOW!
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Show and Tell
When an artist releases an album of covers the spirit often sinks. 'Self Portrait' by Dylan, 'Pin-Ups' by Bowie and the heinous prolonging of the agony that is the 'Rod Stewart... Read more
Published 4 days ago by K. Tune
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Happy Heart
Absolutely great cd. Order for one tune as retook our wedding vows after 20 years "Happy Heart" perfect for the day
Published 10 months ago by Jakes
5.0 out of 5 stars
He gets better with each and every album
"stardom road" is the best thing since "This Last Night in Sodom" although gotta say I've loved every album in between, just feel the emotion in both albums so beautifully... Read more
Published 11 months ago by Racks
5.0 out of 5 stars
Stunning!
A bit late to the party here so please forgive me. I bought this in the Summer and the first I heard it was via my mp3 player on a train from Murcia to Madrid. Read more
Published on 5 Jan 2010 by Mr. Gordon Bain
4.0 out of 5 stars
Guilty Secrets?
This excellent album - mainly of covers - takes us through a musical journey in which Almond bares his soul and shows us some of the people who have influenced his music. Read more
Published on 11 April 2008 by Mr. Peter Steward
5.0 out of 5 stars
Marc's Latest Triumph
I can only say that I ADORE this wonderful album and that Marc Almond showcases a masterclass of music here. Read more
Published on 3 Dec 2007 by Terry Connell
5.0 out of 5 stars
the whole cd
absolutely fantastic - marc almond at his best - my favourite cd to date.
I just keep buying it for friends as presents!!!!!
I just keep buying it for friends as presents!!!!!
Published on 24 Nov 2007 by Monkey of Hull
5.0 out of 5 stars
one to come back to
on first reflection this album sounds like it ought to be a monstrosity - a camp, gin-totting, eyelash-flapping queen (i hope mr almond will forgive the description) singing cover... Read more
Published on 20 Nov 2007 by Hambletta-Maud
4.0 out of 5 stars
A Romantic stroll through the 60s and 70s
Judging this album in a fair way, both for the listener and for Marc himself, is no easy task. The listener must be given an impartial opinion of the record, but also a realistic... Read more
Published on 5 Nov 2007 by Anonymous
5.0 out of 5 stars
An amazing return to form
Marc has had his detractors over the years, but unlike the buble gum, manufactured rubbish that is so prevelant in pop music today, Marc has always tried to do something different... Read more
Published on 3 Oct 2007 by G. R. Johnston
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