Classic Josh (Closer - Josh Groban)

Member Name: destiny2909

Product:	Closer - Josh Groban
Date:	09/08/08 (27 review reads)
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Advantages: Has some real timeless classics.

Disadvantages: Lots of foreign songs.

'Closer' is Josh Groban's 2nd studio album, following on from his self titled debut.
Closer follows on from the first album in general format and style but begins to have more of Groban in it, as he took a more active role in it's production, writing or co-writing a couple of songs. The most notable being 'Remember When It Rained', a song that steadily builds in intensity to a dramatic crescendo.
Other highlights of the album include the opener 'Oceano', which Josh used to open each night of his tour and is a very special song, particularly live.
This album also includes the well-known anthem 'You Raise Me Up'. A song that was brought to fame by Josh, gave him great success and has since been covered by many other artists, including Westlife and Michael Ball. However, it is my opinion that Josh's is the definitive version.
If you are after an intro to Josh, I'd check out his latest album 'Awake' first, then follow up with 'Closer' if you like what you hear. :)
The bonus making of DVD is good fun.

Summary: Listen to 'Awake' first.