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Russell Watson, born in Salford, Lancashire, England, November 24, 1966 is an English tenor who has released popular albums of operatic-style songs. In his 9 year career he has released four singles, five albums and another was planned for November 2006, delayed now until 2007 due to removal of a benign brain tumour.
His debut album entitled The Voice followed in May 2001, a mixture of operatic arias and covers of pop songs, topping the UK classical music charts and eventually reaching number five in the UK album charts. Later when released in the United States the album took the number one spot and made history as the first time a British artist has held both the US and UK classical number one. The album featured a duet with Cleo of girlgroup Cleopatra (band) on the song ‘Someone like You’. Cleo also did a duet with Russell on his third album ‘Reprise’ on the song ‘The Best That Love Can Be’ Cleo.
Prior to the formation of Velvet Revolver, Russell Watson was asked by Slash (former guitarist of Guns n’ Roses and currently in Velvet Revolver) whether he would be their singer, however he rejected; on grounds of continuing his solo career, at least for the time being.
Also in 2001, Watson sang the opening theme of Star Trek: Enterprise, “Where My Heart Will Take Me” (written by Diane Warren), originally sung by Rod Stewart for Patch Adams. The song was remixed to be more upbeat in 2003. Watson also sang it live at the Commonwealth games opening ceremony in England in 2002.
His debut album entitled The Voice followed in May 2001, a mixture of operatic arias and covers of pop songs, topping the UK classical music charts and eventually reaching number five in the UK album charts. Later when released in the United States the album took the number one spot and made history as the first time a British artist has held both the US and UK classical number one. The album featured a duet with Cleo of girlgroup Cleopatra (band) on the song ‘Someone like You’. Cleo also did a duet with Russell on his third album ‘Reprise’ on the song ‘The Best That Love Can Be’ Cleo.
Prior to the formation of Velvet Revolver, Russell Watson was asked by Slash (former guitarist of Guns n’ Roses and currently in Velvet Revolver) whether he would be their singer, however he rejected; on grounds of continuing his solo career, at least for the time being.
Also in 2001, Watson sang the opening theme of Star Trek: Enterprise, “Where My Heart Will Take Me” (written by Diane Warren), originally sung by Rod Stewart for Patch Adams. The song was remixed to be more upbeat in 2003. Watson also sang it live at the Commonwealth games opening ceremony in England in 2002.
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ramman54 wrote:
YOU RAISE ME UP...GOD BLESS
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valeks86 wrote:
People vote for this one http://www.last.fm/music/Russell+Watson/+images/37550607
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Mirtrione wrote:
There's a new website, Classical-Crossover.co.uk that lists, rates and reviews each artist in the genre. Russell's page is here.
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p66p15 wrote:
very good
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Soleiyu wrote:
I love "True To Your Dreams" from the game 'Castlevania : Curse of Darkness' ! A wonderful music by Michiru Yamane with the voice of Russell Watson. You can listen to it here : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TEVYw5qPNrI ENJOY ! :)
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davidn87 wrote:
Criminally underrated and annoyingly ignored by people who know nothing about music. The man's a legend.
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thenolansfan wrote:
i love his singing i love bohenium rtapsody
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Lluviafina wrote:
beautiful
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FaithInDream wrote:
Amazing Voice!
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juliepnjcf wrote:
OMG. that is all i can say. i was just blown away by his voice. beautiful.
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CaptureTheCat wrote:
woww
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TippinMyStuff wrote:
happiness!!!!
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vintagemusicfan wrote:
If you like Italian and French songs from the 1930s & 1940s check out Liata's new album, Intermezzo also. It is stunning!
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albelt wrote:
lo escuché cantar Va pensiero y pasó a la lista de mis favoritos...
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patchezz wrote:
Barcelona #14 on album The Voice, my fav
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patchezz wrote:
ditto for bohemian rhapsody
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patchezz wrote:
Barcelona was first sung by Freddy Mercury from "queen" the real fairy...LOL
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qistinatalib wrote:
Anyone here heard of "Barcelona" before? It's awesome :)
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unqud wrote:
doesn't sound like a classic crossover
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xxAiwaxx wrote:
I like classical pop, but this guy sings like a total fairy, sorry.
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Message from Russell
7 Jan 2010 | from www.russell-watson.com/
I'd like to take this opportunity to wish all my fans a very happy new year. I hope you all had a wonderful christmas too. Thank you so much for all the lovely cards and presents.
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Forum Closure
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Russell Fan Mail - New Address
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Russell on GMTV Thursday 3rd December
1 Dec 2009 | from www.russell-watson.com/
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