Il Divo Album: “Il Divo”

Description :

IL DIVO gives the classical/pop crossover a twist, via a quartet of singers whose vocal chops and model-like looks make them four times the heartthrob threat of predecessor Andrea Bocelli. Masterminded by AMERICAN IDOL's Simon Cowell, Il Divo resonates with an international appeal, thanks to the disparate backgrounds of Sebastien Izambard (France), Urs Buhler (Switzerland), Carlos Marin (Spain), and David Miller (United States). Further solidifying the pop quotient is the involvement of Britney Spears/Backstreet Boys producers Per Magnusson and David Krueger. <p>Lush orchestral arrangements are applied to Spanish-language readings of Toni Braxton's "Unbreak My Heart (Regresa a Mi)" and Frank Sinatra's signature "My Way (A Mi Manera)," enhancing the romantic sweep of the originals. Although much of Il Divo's repertoire is performed in Spanish or Italian, the group also offers up the English-language tunes "Mama," "The Man You Love," and "Every Time I Look at You," which features swelling strings and light piano. As a bonus, the album includes a hidden track--an Italian version of "Unchained Melody," which is tailor-made for Il Divo's bold, dramatic phrasing.

These boys, have fantastic voices. The cd overall is a wonderful production. There are some rough spots but for a debut album, this is a great piece of work. It is well worth owning. As time goes by the boys will continue to refine their abilities with each other and produce even better work and then we are all in for a great treat.

Eric

I absolutely love this album and play it constantly. I would highly recommend it to anyone who loves fine music and is willing to trade in reality for awhile and let their senses take wing! Thoroughly enjoyable!

What was Simon Cowell thinking when he put together this overbearing production of blasting vocals, so loud it sounds like the continuous crashing of a bowling alley and a concept as tacky as one as well. He's way out of his league. The only thing "huge" here, as Simon puts it, is his ego! David, the American vocalist has the most potential. Make his solo album and then we'll talk "huge"! Until then, stick to silly pop, you Brit!