- Audio CD (30 Oct 2000)
- Number of Discs: 1
- Label: Universal Music TV
- ASIN: B00004YYVN
- Other Editions: Audio CD | MP3 Download
- Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 140,105 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
If you think Michael Ball is only good at showcasing big musical numbers and belting out high pitches, then you should listen to this album. The same Michael Ball will give you different feelings and you probably will re-look some of the songs that you've already known for a long time. I have to say that Michael's singing is mesmerizing. His exquisite vocal delivery and his empathy with the songs contributed the best to the artistic appealing of this album.
For the first time Michael tried his voice in American country tunes, and it is surprisingly good. Songs like "If Tomorrow Never Comes", "The Dimming of the Day", and "The Dance" simply couldn't get better. "You Bring the Best Out of Me", which is a song specifically written for Michael by Paul Carrack, is a song about the singer himself. The words are very sincere and Michael sings it with such emotions and true feelings. Michael co-authored two songs in the album. They can't be more different in their styles. "Just When" is a touching romantic love song, flowing smoothly. "Never Coming Back", with its story-telling approach and deep punchy rhythm, expresses the feelings of struggling and desperation. A little surprise comes from Andrew Lloyd Webber's "No Matter What", for which Boyzone already set the standard with their smash hit version. There is no doubt that Michael gave this song his unique charm by adding his personal touch in it.
This is an album that is well produced and packaged. The orchestration, the sound mixing, and the recording are superb. You won't regret for every penny you spend. Please do yourself a favor after a whole day's of work: light the candles, get a glass of wine, and enjoy the wonderfulness Michael brings to you.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
When I first got this one home and listened to it I was horrified -- How could Michael possibly go Country on me? A few days later I decided to listen again (anything by Michael Ball deserves a second chance) and by the fourth or fifth track it was starting to grow on me. I now love this CD and find myself singing along. I think my favorite tracks are "The Song Remembers When," "I Don't Want A Lover," and "No Matter What," but they're all great. So give this one a chance and it may just surprise you.
Format:Audio CD
Michael Ball is gorgeous and has a fantastic voice and I bought this cd having recently purchased the dvd of the same name. I love all the songs on this album especially The Song Remembers When and The Greatest Man I Never Knew which are both beautiful. All the songs are fantastic. The gorgeoous Michael Ball has a brilliantly versatile voice and this album takes on a bit of a 'new country' style which I love and just goes to show how truly versatile he is, he really can sing any style of music. I am really glad I discovered this album which I missed at the time of its release and will be playing for a long time to come.
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ONE OF HIS BEST
This album is one of my favourites of Michael's. "Just When" is a very moving ballad that he wrote for Cathy, "The Song Remembers When" is a lovely song I love the lyrics in this... Read more
Published 12 months ago by Ms. K. L. Johnson
the most dreadful album ever.
Bought this album simply because of the name: Michael Ball, but i was totally disappointed by it. Some artist can get away with it while crossing the line between Classic and Pop,... Read more
Published on 21 May 2003 by "kevinzhou"
The best yet !!
This C.d is so good it is impossible to pick one favourite track out as better than all the others.Anyone who appreciates a wonderful natural voice will love this collection of... Read more
Published on 2 Nov 2000
Country suits Michael's voice to perfection!
WOW! Sums up this CD totally. It has a country feel and that really suits Michael's voice down to a tee! Read more
Published on 31 Oct 2000
Give it a few listens...
I was a bit apprehensive about what to expect from this album, having heard it was to be a bit of a slower tempo, but after a few listens I've a feeling it's going to grow on me. Read more
Published on 31 Oct 2000
Excellent choice for music lovers of all ages
As a fan of Michael Ball I am bound to like his new album but I am sure that as always it will appeal to music lovers of all ages. Read more
Published on 30 Oct 2000
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