Eros Ramazzotti - E2 CD

E2 album for sale The Italian version of EROS contains 2 songs that do not appear on the Spanish version. It also contains 8 songs that are completely re-recorded. At the height of his popularity, after establishing a fan base for himself across much of Western Europe as well as parts of the Spanish-language world, Italian singer/songwriter Eros Ramazzotti took some time off during the late '90s and released Eros, a greatest-hits compilation comprised primarily of newly recorded material. The 16-track compilation is comprised of five songs that appear in their original versions, nine that have been newly recorded specifically for this compilation, and two new ones. While the decision to re-record the majority of the inclusions is unusual for a greatest-hits album, Eros ends up being a much more interesting album than it would have been otherwise. The nine songs that are re-recorded are the early hits of Ramazzotti, namely "Terra Promesa" (originally released in 1984), "Una Storia Importante" (1985), "Adesso Tu" (1986), "Ma Che Bello Questo Amore" (1987), "Musica E" (1988), "Se Bastasse una Canzone" (1990), "Cose Della Vita" (1993), and a couple others. The five songs that appear in their original versions are more recent hits such as "Un'Altra Te" (1993) and "Più Bella Cosa" (1996). In fact, none of the songs on Eros predates 1993, and only two predate 1996. As a result, Eros sounds as if it were a totally new album -- a brilliantly written one, at that -- rather than a compilation of greatest hits. For instance, there's no trace whatsoever of the sometimes-bombastic synth pop style that characterized Ramazzotti's mid- to late-'80s output. In its place is a more subtle, relatively cutting-edge style of sleek adult contemporary pop/rock that embraces modern-day production technology (note the drum programming in particular), sophisticated string arrangements, and sharper guitar leads. This brings new life to the old material; for instance, the drum programming of "Ma Che Bello Questo Amore" is remarkably contemporary in style, seemingly taking its cues from drum'n'bass. Moreover, there are a couple of guest features worthy of note: classical crossover superstar Andrea Bocelli is featured on a ten-minute version of "Musica E," while American R&B legend Tina Turner duets with Ramazzotti on a dynamite version of "Cose Della Vita" that might be the highlight of the entire album. As for the couple new songs ("Ancora un Minuto di Sole," "Quanto Amore Sei"), neither is especially notable, though neither is particularly bad either and thankfully, they're sequenced late. ~ Jason Birchmeier Personnel includes: Eros Ramazzotti, Tina Turner, Andrea Bocelli. Personnel includes: Eros Ramazzotti (vocals, acoustic guitar); Paolo Gianolio (acoustic & electric guitars, bass); Mike Landau (guitar); Danny Higgins (alto saxophone); Larry Williams (tenor saxophone); Rudy Trevisi (saxophone); Jerry Hey, Cary Grant (trumpet); Bill Reichembac, Charlie Loper (trombone); Celso Valli (piano, electric piano, keyboards, Hammond organ, synthesizer, programming); Jay Winding (piano); Neil Stubenhaus (bass); Vinnie Colaiuta (drums); Lenny Castro (percussion); Luca Bignardi (programming); Antonella Pepe, Aida Cooper, Luca Jurman, Silvio Pozzoli, Luca Velletri, Antonio Galbiati, Raffaella Casalini, Manuela Rasori, Giovanni Dattolo, Mauro Gabrielli, Philip Ingram, Jim Gilstrap, Lynn Davis, Alex Brown (background vocals). Engineers: Luca Bignardi, Mike Tacci, Alberto "Schizzo" Bonardi.

E2 CD music The Roman born heartthrob, Eros Ramazzotti, spent years as Italy's biggest teen pop star before breaking through to success and renown in the international pop scene. STILELIBERO is a no-holds-barred look at his tour of the same name. The program includes performance footage, music videos, and exclusive behind the scenes footage such as clips of Eros with Cher in London, backstage in Istanbul, Turkey, and at a photo session with famed photographer David LaChapelle. Standard Screen; Soundtrack English; English Subtitles; Dolby Digital 5.1 Re; DTS Sound

E2 buy CD music Beloved Italian singer Eros Ramazzotti's reputation as an international pop star was solidified with this guitar-heavy, rock-leaning album. Several strong songs on this set include the opener "Cosas de la Vida" (which later resurfaced as a duet with Tina Turner), "A Medio Camino," and the duet "En Compania." "Nostalsong," as the name implies, has a nostalgic feel to it, and "Nada de Malo" is one of the album's catchier, more upbeat tunes. There's also a heavy emphasis on slow numbers, several of which are saved for the end of the album, resulting in an anticlimactic ending. Some, such as "Un Fuerte No," recall 1980s power ballads, this particular one complete with gospel undertones. This album's saving grace is Ramazzotti's passionate and capable singing, and a good number of powerful and catchy Latin/Italian rock songs. ~ Jose F. Promis Arranger: Celso Valli. Personnel: Phil Palmer, Steve Farris (guitar); Brandon Fields (saxophone); Kai Winding (piano); Celso Valli (keyboards); Steve Ferrone (drums); Luis Conte (percussion); Luca Bignardi (programming); Beth Andersen, Clydene Jackson, Luca Jurman, Aida Cooper, Moreno Ferrara, Rick Nelson, Renzo Meneghinello, Jim Gilstrap, Joe Pizzulo, Julia Waters, Maxi Anderson, Emanuela Cortesi, Antonella Pepe, Myrna Matthews (background vocals). Audio Mixers: Gordon Lyon; Luca Bignardi.

E2 songs Recorded at Meda Studios, Milan, Italy; Fonoprint, Impatto, Bologna, Italy; Extasy South, Los Angeles, California; Abbey Road Studios, London, England. Personnel: Eros Ramazzotti (guitar, electric guitar, baritone guitar, percussion, drum programming); Claudio Guidetti (acoustic guitar, acoustic 12-string guitar, electric guitar, baritone guitar, bouzouki, piano, electric piano, Fender Rhodes piano, keyboards, drum programming); Michael Landau (acoustic guitar, electric guitar, nylon-string guitar); Paolo Costa (bajo sexto); Isobel Griffiths (violin); Celso Valli (piano, electric piano, keyboards, bass synthesizer); Michele Canova (keyboards, programming, drum programming, loops); Max Costa (keyboards, programming); Vinnie Colaiuta (percussion). Audio Mixers: Marco DAgostino; Luca Bignardi; Michele Canova; Claudio Guidetti. Recording information: Abbey Road, Londres; Extasy South Recording, Los Angeles, CA; Fonoprint; Impatto, Bolonia; MedaStudios, Milan, Italy. Photographer: Fabrizio Ferri. Arrangers: Michele Canova; Claudio Guidetti; Eros Ramazzotti; Celso Valli. Personnel: Eros Ramazzotti (vocals, acoustic & electric guitars, percussion, programming); Claudio Guidetti (acoustic, electric & 12-string guitars, bouzouki, piano, Fender Rhodes piano, keyboards, programming); Mike Landau (electric guitar); Celso Valli (piano, electric piano, Hammond B-3 organ, keyboards, synthesizer); Michele Canova (keyboards, drums, programming); Max Costa (keyboards, programming); Paolo Costa (bass); Vinnie Colaiuta (drums, percussion); Alfredo Golino (drums). Producers: Eros Ramazzotti, Claudio Guidetti, Celso Valli.

E2 album for sale Track Listing of songs: Yo Canto; Dos; Escribeme; Mi Libre Cancion; Destino Paraiso; Estrella Gemela; Como el Sol Inesperado; Cinco Dias; Y Mi Banda Toca el Rock; Disparame Dispara; Corazon Fragil; No Me lo Puedo Explicar; En Los Jardines Donde Nadie Va; En un Cuarto Casi Rosa; Cuando; Por el Camino;

E2 CD music On Alas y Raices, his first all-new album in four years and tenth album overall, Italian singer/songwriter Eros Ramazzotti once again worked closely with longtime collaborator Claudio Guidetti, who is credited as co-producer and with co-writing ten of the 11 songs. The result is in many ways a typical Ramazzotti album. The songs are both lyrical and vocal showcases for Ramazzotti, and though the music is secondary, it's nonetheless amazing -- a symphonic style of pop/rock whose string arrangements are the work of Paul Buckmaster, a master whose illustrious career spans several decades, going all the way back to early-'70s pop/rock classics by Elton John, Harry Nilsson, and Carly Simon. Moreover, Alas y Raices is a dynamic album that ranges from the album-opening kickstart of "Apuntes y Notas," to the tailor-made hit single "Dimelo a Mi," to the heart-touching ballad "El Horizonte," to the lilting piano pop of "Afectos Personales," to the soaring power ballad "Alas y Raices," to the surging symphonic rock of "Flor Incluidos," to the orchestral highlight "Nosotros Incluidos," to the edgy electro-rock of "No Podemos Cerrar los Ojos." While all of this is in many ways typical for a Ramazzotti album, his post-millennial output in particular, Alas y Raices is a better all-around effort than predecessors such as Calma Aparente (2005) and 9 (2003), which are at times rote and random. In contrast, Alas y Raices sounds inspired and focused, as if the four years since Calma Aparente helped refresh Ramazzotti's album-making creativity. It also might have helped that Ramazzotti used the time off to release E2 (2007), a double-disc greatest-hits compilation comprised partly of newly recorded versions of past hits -- collaborative versions that are relatively experimental in style, perhaps a reflection of his desire to break free of audience expectations. In any event, Alas y Raices is Ramazzotti's best overall album in years, and while it's not brimming with potential smash hits (the perfect lead single "Dimelo a Mi" being the exception), it's definitely filled with highlights and lacking the filler that sometimes found its way ...