Inaugural best-of collection from self-taught, Salford-bornclassical crossover vocalist. Showcases the wide variety ofstyles he has effortlessly turned his hand to throughout his career, from well-worn arias, through Italian traditionalsand pop standards. Includes two duets including the infamous version of 'Barcelona' with Shaun Ryder which launched Watson's career, as well as two new songs.

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Summary: A tenor trying to be ten a penny??
Comment: This was an excellent album and a great starting point for anyone who isn't famililar with Watson. The mix of music was excellent. It is a "Greatest Hits" album so obviously there is going to be songs from previous Watson albums (in relation to the value for money comment below). Barcelona is a wonderful song on this album and really tests Watson's upper register well. One criticism, I have a BIG problem with the way in which Russell changes into a "pop"/contemporary type voice for a few of the songs. This seriously reduces his credibilty as a serious tenor and I (along with many other critics) would advise him to stick to the classical/tenor voice and avoid that cheap/tacky boyband voice he forces in some songs. Other than that, an exceedingly good album.

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Summary: Perfect Introduction to Russell Watson
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If there is a best place to start listening to Russell Watson's music, then this CD is probably it.

The song selection is taken from his previous four albums and the style of music ranges from the operatic 'Nessun Dorma' to the bizarre duet, with Happy Mondays band member Shaun Ryder, of Freddie Mercury's 'Barcelona'.

This 'Ultimate' collection successfully shows off Russell Watson's ability to cast off the preconceived ideas that a singer should decide which genre their loyalty lies, such as pop, classical, opera, or (so-called) crossover, and just sing from the heart.

This is an ultimate collection in title only for I think the best of Russell Watson is yet to be heard.

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Summary: Simply Stunning
Comment: Great CD! Ideal listening for any one that either likes the classical singers or maybe a superb selection for a Christian too as the collection on this CD is so uplifting. Highly reccommend this to anyone no matter of the age.

Lynn-Marie

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Summary: Wonderful Russell!
Comment: This CD compilation is great! Although I have Russell's other CD's, it is always a pleasure to listen some of my favourite songs all on one CD. As usual, Russell doesn't disappoint and his voice is .... what can you say - wonderful! Well worth the buy and his version of "You Raise Me Up" is my favourite. Continue Russell - look forward to your next album!

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Customer Rating:
Summary: AWESOME
Comment: Full to bursting of all your Russell favourites,this CD is a must have for all fans,old and new,of Russell Watson.Just like looking at an old photograph album,this CD will bring back memories of all your favourite moments.From the enticing Nella Fantasia(1st song-1st album)to the wonderful Nessun Dorma(the BIG finish)and including two'bonus'tracks(The Elvis classic "Can't Help Falling In Love" and Whitney Houston's "I Have Nothing")This is surely an album to make you smile and you don't have to be a Russell Watson fan to enjoy it!

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