... Another track which I was not familiar with from the title but once I had listened to it I recognised it. Some good vocals and John again manages to put his emotions across with the way he sings the song.
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Advantages: Good songs, great vocals Disadvantages: Not to everyones Liking
...time of 4.20. This is another song which I was not familiar with before hearing it on this album. I am not sure who sang the original but overall this is a good track with nice vocals but one which I do not have any problems with skipping.
10. Heaven - running time of 4.03. Originally sung by Bryan Adams this track is very nice and pleasant. Again there are good vocals on the song.
11. Being Alive - running time of ... ...the title but once I had listened to it I recognised it. Some good vocals and John again manages to put his emotions across with the way he sings the song.
12. Feeling Good - running time of 3.57. This was originally sung by Barbara Streisand in a musical, I cannot think which one. The vocals a great for this song and I enjoy listening and singing along to it.
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I think John Barrowman is a lot like Marmite, you either love him or hate him. I do love him and all that he does but hubby his album is his 5th which was released in 2007 and features 13 cover songs.
Tracks:-
1. All Out Of Love - Running time of 3.53. This is a very well know song which John sings very well and there is a lovely soft ballad feel to it.
2. You’re So Vain - running time of 3.53. This song was originally sung by Carly Simon but this version which John does is quite good. I am not particularly a fan of this song but I do always end up singing along!
3. She’s Always a Woman - running time of 3.21. This was originally sung by Billy Joel and I was a but sceptical about John being able to pull of a version of this but I was surprised as he does a very good job and sings from the heart.
4. Time After Time - running time of 3.57. This was originally sung by Cyndi Lauper. The vocals which John gives on this song are good and he manages to put a new twist on the song which I really do like.
5. Weekend In New England - running time of 3.45. This was originally sung by Barry Manilow. I had not heard of this song before listening to it on this album but have to say that I do like it and the song has some lovely words and John sings it very well.
6. Every Little Thing She Does is Magic - running time of 2.31. This was originally released by the Police but John again does a great version and I do enjoy singing along to this track which I very well known. It is one of the more up tempo songs on this album.
7. If You leave me Now - running time of 3.41. This was originally sung by Chicago and written by peter Cetera. I do like this song and the vocals are good and the way he sings the song is great and he does give it a little twist from the original.
8. Your Song - running time of 3.17. This song is from the film Moulin rouge. I love this song in the film and I am glad that John has included it in this album. He gives the vocal lots of meaning with the way he sings them and puts across lots of emotion and feeling in this song.
9. Please Remember Me - running time of 4.20. This is another song which I was not familiar with before hearing it on this album. I am not sure who sang the original but overall this is a good track with nice vocals but one which I do not have any problems with skipping.
10. Heaven - running time of 4.03. Originally sung by Bryan Adams this track is very nice and pleasant. Again there are good vocals on the song.
11. Being Alive - running time of 3.13. Another track which I was not familiar with from the title but once I had listened to it I recognised it. Some good vocals and John again manages to put his emotions across with the way he sings the song.
12. Feeling Good - running time of 3.57. This was originally sung by Barbara Streisand in a musical, I cannot think which one. The vocals a great for this song and I enjoy listening and singing along to it.
13. All By Myself - running time of 4.25. The original version of this song I believe was sung by Eric Carmen but there has been several other people who have re-recorded this. I love the song but I don’t think there is anything special which makes this stand out from the other re-recorded versions.
Overall I do enjoy this album and think that John barrowman does have a good voce. He is able to show his range with the variety of songs which he has chosen for this album and despite this album being mainly ballads it is still very good and a great listen.
The consistency of track is great and there are only a few which I am not 100% on. The album was released in 2007 by Sony BMG. The cover of the CD has a picture of John from the shoulder upwards and there is a small booklet inside the cover which has details of the tracks and also a nice few paragraphs written by John with he gives thanks to the people who helped him make this album.
I managed to pick my copy up for the bargain price of £2 from EBay and thoroughly enjoy listening to it. Hubby has banned it from the car though as he really does not like John Barrowman even though he likes some of the songs which are sung on here. I do recommend this CD to all fans of John and to anyone who enjoys a good easy listening CD which is packed full of great 2well known songs.
Advantages: Some great tracks, a consistently impressive voice, great bloke Disadvantages: A bit dull and dirgey at times, some over-used songs
...after its release. Another Side is John's fifth solo album - and he has been featured on over twenty other albums since 1991. This one is different though, as it isn't musical theatre, but is based in the genre that I suppose would be called easy listening. The album debuted in the charts at number 22.
TRACKS There are thirteen tracks on the album and I will briefly review each one.
1) ALL OUT OF LOVE
The first track is the Air Supply song All ... ...Barry Manilow.) So this is another favourite.
8/10
6) EVERY LITTLE THING SHE DOES IS MAGIC
This famous Police track (written by Sting) is a song I really can't stand. In fact, I like very few songs that the Police ever recorded. However, John Barrowman has tried a whole new theme with this one and recorded it in a kind of Spanish or salsa style, which he performed on Strictly Come Dancing recently. I think it really adds something new and certainly ...
KarenUK 30.11.2007
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Advantages: Some superb renditions Disadvantages: A couple of tracks I wouldn't miss
...by the public. Another Side was released on 12th November 2007 and is made up entirely of cover versions of popular songs. The album peaked at number 22 in the UK but personally I feel that it deserved much higher positioning. Track Listing 1. All Out of Love 2. You're So Vain 3. She's Always a Woman 4. Time After Time 5. Weekend in New England 6. Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic 7. If You Leave Me Now 8. Your Song 9. Please Remember Me 10. Heaven ... ...Now === This is another track that I am quite fond of and always have been. Personally I wasn't certain that Barrowman could pull this track off in a way that I would like but I am pleased to say that I was pleasantly surprised because the mix between ballad and up-beat track seems to suit him. The emotion and power that he manages to culminate in the lyrics is also commendable. 9/10 === Track 8 - Your Song === This song has always been a favourite ...
MI9to5 17.02.2009 (19.02.2009)
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Product details
Title
Another Side
Performer
John Barrowman
Genre
Easy Listening
Release Date
12/11/2007
Original Release Year
2007
Label / Distributor
Sony BMG / Sony Music/Arvato Services
Producer
Dick Beetham; P-Dub Walton; Matt Ba
Pieces in Set
1
Studio / Live
Studio
Stereo
Stereo
Format
Performer
EAN
886971883824
Catalogue Number
88697188382
Additional notes
Album Notes
Personnel: Trevor Barry, Graham Stack, Alec Dankworth, John Parricelli, Ian Thomas, Cliff Masterson, Steve Sidwell, Mark Read. Audio Mixer: Matt Furmidge.
