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Chris Rea
Christopher Anton Rea ( ; born 4 March 1951) is an English rock and blues singer and guitarist from Middlesbrough. A "gravel-voiced guitar stalwart" known for his slide guitar playing, Rea has recorded twenty five solo albums, two of which topped the UK Albums Chart. Described as "rock's ultimate survivor", given his recovery from several bouts of serious illness, Rea was "a major European star by the time he finally cracked the UK Top 10" with his single " The Road to Hell (Part 2)". The album, '' The Road to Hell'' (1989), topped the album chart, as did its successor, '' Auberge'' (1991). His many hit songs include "I Can Hear Your Heartbeat", "Stainsby Girls", " Josephine", " On the Beach", " Let's Dance", " Driving Home for Christmas", " Working on It", " Tell Me There's a Heaven", " Auberge" and " Julia". He also recorded a duet with Elton John, " If You Were Me". Rea was nominated three times for the Brit Award for Best British Male Artist: in 1988, 1989 and 1990. He ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Auberge (album)
''Auberge'' (a French word meaning "inn") is the eleventh studio album by British singer-songwriter Chris Rea, released in 1991. The album, as well as the title song, is notable for its association with the Caterham Super Seven that Rea owned, which he called the "Blue Seven". The car appears on the album cover, illustrated in oil by renowned motoring artist Alan Fearnley. The album makes several references to the car over several tracks, as well on the video of the title song, and its cover illustration was used for its adverts. In 2005, Rea sold the car in an auction. Singles The title track gave Rea one of his biggest hits in the UK Singles Chart, where it reached number 16. Other tracks released as singles were "Heaven", "Looking for the Summer" and " Winter Song". The track "And You My Love", though not released as a single, has become a firm favourite among Rea's fans and is regularly performed at his live concerts. Commercial performance ''Auberge'' reached number one ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Congress Hall (Warsaw)
The Congress Hall ( pl, Sala Kongresowa) is a 2,880-seat theatre at the Palace of Culture and Science in Warsaw, Poland. It was opened in 1955. Renovation The hall was closed for approximately 2 years from July 2014 for renovations, modernisation and improvements for fire safety before re-opening in 2016. The initial cost estimate was 45 million złoty. Music performances and festivals Past performances have included shows by Marlene Dietrich (1964 and 1966), King Crimson, Procol Harum, Pat Metheny, The Rolling Stones (1967), Paul Anka, Charles Aznavour, Juliette Gréco, Lou Reed, Keith Jarrett, Joe Cocker, Leonard Cohen (1985), Diana Krall, and Yes. More recent musical performances have included Tangerine Dream (in 1997), Patti Smith (in 2002), Kraftwerk ( in 2004), Dead Can Dance (2005), Mieskuoro Huutajat (2007) and Katie Melua (2014). The theatre has hosted closed-congresses of companies such as Microsoft, Nationale Nederlanden NN Group N.V. is the parent ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Road To Hell
''The Road to Hell'' is the tenth studio album by British singer-songwriter Chris Rea, released in 1989. Coming on the back of several strongly performing releases, it is Rea's most successful studio album, and topped the UK Albums Chart for three weeks. Hailed as a "modern masterpiece", it was certified 6× Platinum by BPI in 2004. The album demonstrates a thematic cohesion previously absent from Rea's work, with the majority of the tracks containing strong elements of social commentary, addressing alienation, violence and redemption. The second part of the two-part title track, " The Road to Hell (Pt. 2)", is one of Rea's most famous songs, and his only single to reach the UK Top 10. Geffen Records released the album in the US, adding the 1988 re-recording of " Let's Dance" and different cover artwork. Production The album built on the upswing Rea had experienced in the previous few years, starting with a surge of popularity in Ireland. "Without the Irish and Shamrock Diaries ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Duets (Elton John Album)
''Duets'' is the first collaboration album by English musician Elton John, released in 1993. ''Duets'' was released on a single CD, a single cassette and also as a double vinyl LP in the UK, with a slightly different running order. It was initially a Christmas project of John's, but that soon grew into an album of its own (''Elton John's Christmas Party''). The live version of "Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Me" with George Michael, track number 15 on the album, had already become a UK/US No. 1 hit in 1991. This is one of only 3 albums released between 1983 and 2016 without John's regular guitar player, Davey Johnstone. Chart performance The album debuted at No. 7 in the UK. In the US, it was certified gold and platinum in January 1994 by the RIAA. Track listing CD edition LP edition Singles Three singles were released from the album in Britain: "True Love" (with Kiki Dee, reached No. 2), "Don't Go Breaking My Heart" (with RuPaul, reached No. 7), and "Ain't Nothing Like t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Elton John
Sir Elton Hercules John (born Reginald Kenneth Dwight; 25 March 1947) is a British singer, pianist and composer. Commonly nicknamed the "Rocket Man" after his 1972 hit single of the same name, John has led a commercially successful career as a solo artist since the 1970s, having released 31 albums since 1969. Collaborating with lyricist Bernie Taupin since 1967, John is acclaimed by critics and musicians, particularly for his work during the 1970s, and his lasting impact on the music industry. John's music and showmanship have had a significant impact on popular music. His songwriting partnership with Taupin is one of the most successful in history. John was raised in the Pinner suburb of London and learned to play piano at an early age, forming the blues band Bluesology in 1962. After leaving Bluesology in 1967 to embark on a solo career, John met Taupin after they both answered an advert for songwriters. For two years, they wrote songs for other artists, and John worked ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Julia (Chris Rea Song)
"Julia" is a song by British singer-songwriter Chris Rea, released in October 1993 as the lead single from his 13th studio album, '' Espresso Logic''. The song, written and produced by Rea, was dedicated to Rea's daughter Julia Christina, who was four years old at the time of its release. The song reached No. 18 in the UK and remained on the UK Singles Chart for five weeks. Critical reception On its release, ''Music & Media'' noted the song's "hard hammering drums" and felt the song was the "first sensation of the 'Espresso Logic''album's fine aroma". In a review of ''Espresso Logic'', Allen Howie of ''The Courier-Journal'' commented, "Rea's most potent songs are personal, rather than political. When he's content with his lot in life, as in the sunny 'Julia', there's no keeping the smile from your face." Rob Caldwell of AllMusic described the song as a "bright rhythm driven song". In a review of the 1994 compilation '' The Best of Chris Rea'', Katherine Monk of ''The Vancouver Su ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Auberge (song)
"Auberge" is a song by British singer-songwriter Chris Rea, which was released in February 1991 as the lead single from his eleventh studio album, '' Auberge''. It was written by Rea and produced by Jon Kelly. "Auberge" reached 16 in the United Kingdom and remained on the UK Singles Chart for six weeks. A music video was filmed to promote the single. It was directed by Nigel Dick and shot at Bray Studios, Berkshire. Critical reception Upon release, ''Music & Media'' wrote, "Rea at his best: the perfect combination of Dire Straits-framed vocals and Ry Cooder-styled slide guitar. The type of song to play loud during driving. Traffic will be much nicer the next weeks." Andy Stout of '' Sounds'' described the song as "good honest rock à la Bob 'Excitement' Harris". In the US, ''Billboard'' described the song as a "dreamy blues-induced rocker", with "dark, Morrison-esque vocal delivery, "rockabilly guitar backdrop", "psychedelic organ vibes" and "lighthearted horn riffs". In a rev ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tell Me There's A Heaven
"Tell Me There's a Heaven" is a song by British singer-songwriter Chris Rea, released in 1990 as the third single from his tenth studio album ''The Road to Hell'' (1989). It was written by Rea and produced by Rea and Jon Kelly. "Tell Me There's a Heaven" reached No. 24 in the UK Singles Chart and remained in the Top 100 for six weeks. In 1994, the single was re-issued from Rea's compilation album '' The Best of Chris Rea''. It re-charted at No. 70 in the UK in December 1994. Another re-issue in 2000 saw the song peak at No. 11 on the Ö3 Austria Top 40 chart. Background Rea was inspired to write "Tell Me There's a Heaven" after his daughter Josie saw footage of a riot in South Africa on the news, which showed "this horrible thing of throwing lighted tyres over people" and "one guy burning to death". Rea recalled to Peter Doggett in 2019: "Joan's ea's wifedad was saying he didn't know what to say to Josie about what she'd seen, so he just said, 'That man has gone to heaven'. And t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Working On It
"Working on It" is a song by British singer-songwriter Chris Rea, released in 1989 as the fifth and final single from his compilation album '' New Light Through Old Windows'' (1988). It was written by Rea, and produced by Rea and Jon Kelly. "Working on It" reached No. 53 in the UK and No. 73 on the US ''Billboard'' Hot 100. It also topped the ''Billboard'' Mainstream Rock chart. The song has appeared on the soundtracks of the American adventure comedy film ''Camp Nowhere'' and the TV film '' Beyond the Law''. Critical reception Upon release, ''Billboard'' listed the song as a recommended pop single and commented: "Top-five hit at album rock shows Rea's new label affiliation to be a smart career move. Straight-ahead, four-on-the-floor power rock could find a home at pop outlets as well." ''The Philadelphia Inquirer'' commented that the song "deserve hit status".The Philadelphia Inquirer - February 16, 1989 - page 84 Track listing ;7" single (US release) # "Working on It" – 3:47 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Driving Home For Christmas
"Driving Home for Christmas" is a Christmas song written and composed by British singer-songwriter Chris Rea. The first version was originally released as the B-side to his single "Hello Friend" in 1986. In October 1988, a re-recorded version served as one of two new songs on Rea's first compilation album '' New Light Through Old Windows''. It was issued as the fourth single from the album in December 1988, where it peaked at number 53 on the UK Singles Chart as the lead track of ''The Christmas EP''. Despite its original modest chart placement, the song has made a reappearance on the UK Singles Chart every year since 2007 when it peaked at No. 33, and is featured among the Top 10 Christmas singles. It reached a new peak of number 10 on the UK Singles Chart in 2021. In a UK-wide poll in December 2012, it was voted twelfth on the ITV television special '' The Nation's Favourite Christmas Song''. The song has since been covered by numerous artists, including Engelbert Humper ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Let's Dance (Chris Rea Song)
"Let's Dance" is a 1987 single by British singer-songwriter Chris Rea. The song first appeared in an early form as a B-side to the " It's All Gone" single in 1986 and was re-recorded for his 1987 album, '' Dancing with Strangers'', serving as its lead single. "Let's Dance" peaked at 12 on the UK Singles Chart and No. 81 on the US ''Billboard A billboard (also called a hoarding in the UK and many other parts of the world) is a large outdoor advertising structure (a billing board), typically found in high-traffic areas such as alongside busy roads. Billboards present large advertis ...'' Hot 100. In New Zealand, it reached No. 2 for three non-consecutive weeks, and it also peaked within the top 10 in Australia, Ireland, and South Africa. In 1988, it was re-recorded again for the '' New Light Through Old Windows'' album and this version is the most well known. Another version of the song was re-released with new lyrics in 1997 by Middlesbrough F.C., Rea's hometown football ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
On The Beach (Chris Rea Song)
"On the Beach" is a song by British singer-songwriter Chris Rea that was released in 1986 as the second single from his eighth studio album, '' On the Beach''. It was written by Rea and produced by Rea and David Richards. "On the Beach" reached No. 57 in the United Kingdom in 1986 and also charted in France and the Netherlands. In 1988, Rea re-recorded "On the Beach" for his album '' New Light Through Old Windows'' and released it as a single. Produced by Rea and Jon Kelly, it reached No. 12 in the UK and No. 18 in Ireland. In 1989, it reached No. 9 on the US ''Billboard'' Adult Contemporary chart. Background "On the Beach" was inspired by the Spanish island Formentera off the coast of Ibiza. Speaking to ''Songfacts'', Rea said, "That's where me and my wife became me and my wife. That's what it's about. Yeah, I was 'between the eyes of love.' It's a lovely island if ever you're in Europe." Critical reception In a retrospective review of the ''On the Beach'' album, Rob Caldwe ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
