Outside In
Released 26th November Label: UCJ
Russell's personal
message:
To all my wonderful, caring and loyal fans,
you have once again been there for me when it mattered.? I don't know
where to start or if words can truly expresses the emotions I have felt
in the last 3 weeks.? Firstly I want to thank every single person who
has sent get well wishes and gifts. This show of support and love, along
with the love that I have received from my family & friends has
really been the difference in helping me get through such a difficult
time. There is still uncertainty ahead but with all your support I am
sure it will make the journey ahead a little less fraught.
The story of Russell Watson is inspirational. It depicts the meteoric
rise of a humble factory worker from Salford who was catapulted into
international singing stardom. He has sold millions of records worldwide
and has performed for some of the most influential people of our time
including the King of Malaysia, The President of the United States,
the Emperor of Japan, our very own Prime Minister Tony Blair, Prime
Minister of Germany, various powerful Sultans, The Beckham's and even
the late Pope John Paul II who requested a private audience with Russell
at the Vatican in Rome. After staging a recent concert at Windsor Castle
in the presence of Prince Charles and Camilla Duchess of Cornwall, Prince
Charles requested Russell's services as an ambassador for his coveted
charity The Princes Trust. Keeping it in the 'Royal' family, Russell
has been invited to numerous functions hosted by Queen Elizabeth II
including a recent visit to Buckingham Palace.
This success did not happen overnight. As the son of a factory worker,
Russell found himself following in his father's footsteps working 12
hour nightshifts in a nuts and bolts factory to earn his living. It
was only when he entered a local radio talent competition, beating 400
other hopefuls, Russell decided to throw down the proverbial oily rag
and pursue his passion, music! Russell spent the next few years completing
his musical apprenticeship in the North West working men's clubs.
Russell's big break came in May 1999 when he was invited to Old Trafford
to sing before Manchester United's Premiership-winning match. His performance
of the World Cup anthem "Nessun Dorma" received a standing
ovation. To quote respected sporting journalist, Paul Hince, present
at the game: "You know when you have just witnessed something special
when even the cynical hacks in the press box rise to their feet and
join in the ovation. I swear, even the pigeons on the roof of the stands
flapped their wings". Inevitably this triggered a series of sports-related
performances. He was invited to perform so often that one journalist
was quoted as saying "there is only one person to have appeared
more times at Wembley this year than David Beckham, and that is Russell
Watson!".
Russell returns this Christmas with an amazing new album 'Outside In',
showcasing the diversity and pure brilliance of the man known simply
as 'The Voice'. Outside In features forthcoming single La Califfa (released
19th November, as well as guest appearances from the legendary Jocelyn
Brown as well as the star of the musical Rent, Denise Van Outen, who
performs the classic Unforgettable and the cheeky 'Baby it's Cold Outside'.
Russell is also joined by new singing sensation Hayley Westenra on the
beautiful Time To Say Goodbye.
Track listing
1. One More Time
2. La Califfa
3. O Holy Night
4. Una Furtiva Lagrima
5. La Fleur
6. Bambolero
7. Jill's America (from Once Upon a Time in
the West)
8. Adeste Fideles
9. Time To Say Goodbye Feat Hayley Westenra
10. Amazing Grace Feat Jocelyn Brown
11. Baby Its Cold Outside Feat Denise Van
Outen
12. Unforgettable Feat Denise Van Outen
13. Have I Told You Lately
14. Music Of The Night
15. On The Street Where You Live
16. Still Haven't Found What I'm looking for
17. Nessun Dorma! (2007 recording)
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