Bocelli’s delivery is irresistible, and these arrangements can be intoxicating.
This new recording, with a new cast, packs a hefty wallop.
An unexpected but endearing valentine to the 1940s and 50s.
Thoroughly recommended recordings of some Italian magic.
These original recordings possess a magical charm.
The charismatic singer tackles Britain’s folk song tradition for St George’s Day.
A fine fifth album from Melua, mixing accomplished covers with original material.
Inspired and personal readings of Mozart’s quartets from the Gramophone award-winners.
Hearing Day on this sort of form is an undeniable thrill.
An unmissable feast of song from an artist who continues to surprise.
A great success on stage, but this recording isn’t quite so spectacular.
British jazz legend’s retrospective set is full of glorious highlights.
A collaboration that clicks, with several excellent and endearing versions.
American standards delivered with Midler’s characteristic charm.
Prospective buyers need have no worries over the quality of these performances.
An attractive ninth album from the returning British tenor.
Excellent documentation accompanies a most desirable package.
Will pleasantly surprise those who might not have expected him to take up the challenge.
A winning collection of songs and arrangements done with great style.
The gentle bard’s best of set marks 20 years in the business.
An enlightening view of the working practices of popular music from half a century ago.
McLachlan’s post-divorce album pleasingly isn’t weighed down by self-pity.
He continues to endear himself to audiences worldwide.
He recalls the feel-good factor of the mid-1960s.
The young singers nail these interpretations with pin-point accuracy.
Finds Barrowman on the sort of form to guarantee a hit.
Recalls happier times when Abbey Road was throbbing to the pop sounds of the 60s.
He lived the American Dream, but became a casualty of it too.
Nicole Kidman, Sophia Loren and more cross over from the screen to your speakers.
A tempting offering from one of Ireland’s foremost vocalists and composers.
Undeniably an impressive celebration of a great American lyricist.
She’s successfully transformed from talent show star to first-class recording artist.
His most experimental album to date, with excellent results.
An album which would surely have been voted ‘ring-a-ding-ding’ by Frank and Dean.
This double album celebrates Streisand’s enduring star quality.
A perfect celebration of her distinctive artistry.
