Rhydian - Rhydian

Russell Watson has always been known as 'the voice' I believe there is a new contender for the title now, Rhydian Roberts from last year's X factor. Throughout the series last year, he did some incredible performances showing his voice to its best, and many were surprised when he didn't win the show. It didn't matter though, he was signed up, and his album has recently been released. If you like this kind of voice and this kind of music, then you will love this album. The singing is wonderful, the arrangements all that you could wish for, and the song choice, whilst safe, very enjoyable. I have to be in the mood for this kind of music, but when I am in that mood, ...  Read the complete review

=== Who is Rhydian? === When Rhydian first appeared on X-Factor in 2007 I can't say that I was particularly fond of the guy. I agree he had a brilliantly powerful voice but he was eternally cocky and that just didn't endear him towards me. As the programme progressed however Rhydian's real character began to shine through and it became apparent that he was quite a sensitive young man with a super talent. By the final show I really wanted him to win. Unfortunately this was not to happen but he was still my favourite and his album now firmly sits in my collection. === RHYDIAN - The Album === The self titled album 'Rhydian' is the artist's ...  Read the complete review

Now i dont like Rhydian much, in fact i dont like his charachter much and i'm not in to opera music or music like this at all. The only reason i'm even giving this a chance is because he is the runner up of the X Factor. I think Leon Jackson is the better winner in my own opinion, but sales wise, fanbase and radio/tv support wise Rhydian is the real winner beating Leon and Same Difference. This self titled debut has sold 350,000 copies whilst Leon's debut album is struggling at 160,000 after nearly 4-5 months of sales. I think The Impossible Dream, was the obvious choice as a single, although it isn't a single but his X Factor performance will have ...  Read the complete review

I was a huge fan of Rhydian on The X Factor and was eagerly awaiting his album, particularly as I had heard that it was going to be a Meatloaf-esque pop-rock orientated. When I finally got hold of a copy of the album, I was a bit disappointed. The only track on the album that really lived up to that description was the cover of Meatloaf's Not A Dry Eye In The House, which I absolutely love. The rest of the album is a perfect demonstration of his vocal talents, including The Impossible Dream, The Prayer and Somewhere. Given the length of time it took to make the album, I was surprised that it contained so many covers. As far as I aware the following tracks are ...  Read the complete review

I was never a fan of this music before Rhydian burst onto the stage on X Factor in 2007 and then I was converted! He done some incredible performances on the show including Go West, You Raise Me Up and I Will Do Anything For Love. I was eagerly awaiting this album after seeing him on the X Factor tour and hoping to hear some great X Factor songs as well as some originals. For anyone who has not heard of Rhydian, he is a mixture of classical musical/opera but with his own slant on it. He didn't disappoint, although I would have rather have had You Raise Me Up on there but oh well. His voice is highlighted beautifully and the power and range his ...  Read the complete review