AWAKE CD (2006) (CD) IN SOUTH AFRICA

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 8 - 13 working days Expectations for vocalist Josh Groban's third release ran high, especially given the phenomenal success of his sophomore effort, CLOSER, which reached number one on the Billboard charts. Like Andrea Bocelli, Groban treads the line between classical, operatic singing, and crossover pop. AWAKEmanages the synthesis beautifully. With its strong batch of songs, and Groban's voice continuing to develop, the album may even best its predecessor. Opener "Mai," sung in Italian, sets the tone for the album. Highly romantic, stirring, and couched in tasteful orchestral arrangements, the song is the perfect canvas for Groban's heart-melting delivery. "February Song," which finds the artist accompanied only by piano, is more reserved and plaintive. Other album highlights include "Machine," with a funky, jazzy backdrop provided by Herbie Hancock, and "Lullaby" and "Weeping," which feature the South African vocal group Ladysmith Black Mombazo. Features Summary Expectations for vocalist Josh Groban's third release ran high, especially given the phenomenal success of his sophomore effort, CLOSER, which reached number one on the Billboard charts... Contributors Josh Groban (Author), Marius de Vries, Tawgs Salter, David Channing, Gary Thomsa, Jochem Van Der Saag, Imogen Heap, John Brough, Scott Campbell, Humberto Gatica, Alejandro Rodriguez, Josh Groban (Producer), Humberto Gatica (Producer), Tawgs Salter (Producer), Imogen Heap (Producer), Eric Mouquet (Producer), Glen Ballard (Producer), Marius de Vries (Producer), David Foster (Producer), Groban Josh (Performer) Format CD Release date 20061107