Josh Groban has one of the most beautiful and powerful voices of our day. Regardless of your genre preference, almost anyone can appreciate the beautiful songs on this album. I've been a fan of rock/pop genres mostly, but Josh blew me away. I saw him in concert twice also, and he is just as amazing. Five stars, two thumbs up. I am a fan for life.
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TopJosh Groban is the most amazing singer I've heard in my lifetime. And please stop attacking him because people think he's an opera singer, he's not, and he doesn't claim to be one. So find a better argument than that please. Let's look at this kids talent, and he's got a whole hell of a lot of it!
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TopJOSH IS THE BEST!
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TopI saw him perform live once at this club. He was up front yelling and screaming. This fire started behind him and it burned the whole pub down..... Oh wait that was white snake ahahahaha. Bunch of retards.
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TopHe`s what I call a singer...Don`t get me wrong, I can appreciate even artists like for instance, Guns and Roses, but please, don`t call those singers when you have Josh Groban. I`ve never seen him in concert so i can`t tell of his artistic qualities and i don`t think he wrote a song but as far as a great singer, he`s surely a model for those pop idols...
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TopJosh's voice sends you to a place that you have been longing to go. The passion in which he sings is like no other singer out there!!
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TopHe blew me away with his voice! He has such depth for someone so young! I look forward to more from him.
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TopJosh Groban sings B-E-A-U-T-I-F-U-L!! His voice is sooooo soothing and he has such a MAJOR talent!! He's my favorite singer and the people that say he sings bad are WRONG!!!!!
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TopJosh..is the undeniable LORD OF MUSIC!!
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TopMmm. With a voice like his, how could it be rated any less?
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TopAn unbelievable debut album. Incredible voice and wonderful song choices. This cd will leave you waiting for the next release, and the next and the next.
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TopOutstanding collection of music---something for every mood and feeling. I listen to it over and over...
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TopWhat a voice! This album and his other one, Closer are the only music I listen too on a regular basis. I can't get enough of his voice - it's spectacular!
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TopThis was his first, but not the last. This debut CD made Josh a household name. The young man is incredible! His selection of music is perfect for his voice--so powerful and clear. He can sing anything, but the selections in French, Italian, and Spanish are the most wonderful songs I have ever heard. And he will only get better with time, if that is possible. Go buy his CDs and DVDs to experience this incredible talent for yourself.
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TopJosh Groban,apart from being a terribly handsome man,has the voice of an angel and the lyrics of a genius.His songs have helped so many people in so many ways that its impossible to keep count-i am one of those people....His inspirational songs and phenominal voice saved me from suicide....there's no sugar coating such a thing....He will always and forever remain my favorite singer and if you can see this Josh,i just wanted to say thank you,for literally saving my life....
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Topnice opera-ish voice 3 stars
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TopJosh Groban is the idol of every male vocalist in the world. His range is almost untouchable, his quality is amazing and he is absolutely the most talented singer I've ever heard. I've been on many tours for State choirs and outside functions, and I have yet to hear a better male vocalist. He is the equivalent of Charlotte Church in the female section. Not only his solo sections, but also his harmonic accompaniment throughout numerous duets with some of the industries most prominant powerhouse singers (Celine Dion, Charlotte Church etc..) has made him one of the most diverse singers I've ever come in contact with. He is my idol in the music profession, and I'm only 16! Wonderful, bravo. If I could clap online, I certainly would. Amazing talent.
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TopWhat a wonderfully, refreshing talent! His musical selections and artistic talent are incredible.(as demonstrated on the Closer cd) He has one of the most amazing voices in music. His ability to reach and affect so many people through his music is absolutely amazing for such a young person. They say, 'the best is yet to come'. No doubt Mr. Groban will continue to blow us away with his phenomenal talent.
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TopThe first and second time I heard Josh sing was on Ally McBeal and I couldn't wait until this young man produced a CD. I bought it the same day it was released. What a voice!
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Topthis is Josh Grobans debut album, and WHAT a debut it is! passionate, heart felt and touching.. nothing short of spectacular. even if you dont know italian or spanish, the music speaks for itself...wonderful album
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TopJosh Groban's voice is amazing. His songs are passionate, and pleasant to the ear. Even though he sings in Spanish and Italian, you have no trouble understanding the songs' meanings. I think I prefer the foreign language songs to the English ones!
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TopJosh's debut album has moved people beyond words and rocketed him to superstardom! If you like romantic adult comtemporary music then you will love Josh! He is in a class of his own while raising the bar for all others that follow. A must hear have for a music lover's collection.
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TopOne of the best male singers in my collection.
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TopI don't believe there has ever been a performer from any genre or time throughout all of history, that could impact so many people, in a positive, uplifting way, with just the sound of his voice. The first time I heard him sing, I stopped dead in my tracks, and was mesmerized. I don't speak Itallian, and several of his songs are in that language, and it doesn't matter. I don't even care what the words are, my heart soars, just hearing his voice.
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TopLUV LUV LUV THIS CD!!!!!!
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Topjosh's voice is stunning!
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TopJosh Groban is the best singer I've ever heard! When I first heard his voice I thought, "Whoa! Can you get any better than that? That's like the voice of all time!" Hugs, Joshluvr Desiree
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TopI have never heard any singer, young or mature with the quality of voice that Josh Groban displays in his widely varied selection of music. His natural ability to interpret a song's lyrics and his passion for the music make him one of a kind in the world of male vocalists, and because he's only 22 yrs old, we can only look forward to more amazing things from him. If I could award more stars, I would, because he's a wonderful human being also. He works very hard to insure he does justice to the languages, lyricists and musicians he works with.
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TopJosh Groban's voice is a breath of fresh air! I've been a Grobanite for 3 years!! Unlike most of today's pop singers, he keeps his music clean and inspiring! His music leaves you wanting to hear more!
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TopWow! I know you'd love to have a very long response here but truth be told Josh's voice speaks volumes for itself..Josh is not just another new kid on the block...he outshines the new stars of today and holds his own with the major talents of our times...We should all consider ourselves extremely fortunate to be part of a generation that will be able to enjoy his gift to us for many years to come...
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TopI think Josh Groban is one of the best singers I have ever heard. I listen to his music everyday. I find the harmonics of his voice to be outstanding. He sings with such feeling and emotion that it's beauty is breathtaking. I find myself only wanting to listen to his CD. I can't wait until his next one is released.
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TopJosh's voice is amazing... he sounds like a seasoned professional, but he's only been singing professionally for about 3 years. I listen to his CD constantly, my CD is wearing out!!! LOVE HIM!!!!
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TopJosh Groban has the best voice I have ever heard. Each and every song I hear from him commands total and complete surrender to your inner most emotions. The voice of an angel is correct. So much talent yet he is still so young, I can't wait to see what the future brings for him.
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TopThis album is incredible. His voice is far beyond a person of his age. He sings with depths and emotion. I am in awe of him and I find his voice to very relaxing and helps me destress after a long day. I can only hope that his second album will be half as good and it will still be unbelieveable.
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TopMy comments echo what so many have said when they first heard JOSH's voice - they stopped whatever they were doing to try to find who he was!I think that as "Beauty is in the Eye of the Beholder"... so "Music is in the Ear of the Listener"...No one can force someone to like a performer if they are not'in tune' with that performer's style or type of music. I fully respect the choices others make, but I feel that Josh's voice is a welcome 'Fresh Summer Breeze' on the music scene, where so many seek only to fit into the 'popu;ar accepted mold of the day'...He is in a class of his own, for those of us, to whom his voice is an inspiration... Thank goodness we can all have the freedom to make our own choices!
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TopJosh has a wonderfully soothing and calming voice. His range is spectacular and his choice of music very appropriate for his sound. Both of his CD's showcase his talents very well and I hope everyone who appreciates good music will sample his unique style.
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TopI think Josh Groban has a wonderful voice. I am looking forward to his next CD.
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TopJosh is the most amazing singer that I have everheard and has touched so many peoples' lives today. You have to hear him to understand how soothing it is to hear this guy sing.Josh undoubtedly is THE best, I can't wait until the second album!!! 5 STARS =P(Visit www.joshgroban.com!)
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TopJOSH GROBAN IS THE BEST. PERIOD. HIS MUSIC HAS TOUCHED MILLIONS AND I'M SURE WILL CONTINUE TO DO SO FOR MANY YEARS TO COME!!!! HE WAS THE BEST SELLING MALE ARTIST OF 2002, HIS FIRST CD HAS SOLD OVER 3 MILLION COPIES. PRETTY IMPRESSIVE, DON'T YOU THINK?? HIS VOICE IS LIKE HEAVEN ON EARTH. THANK YOU.
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TopJosh Groban is without a doubt, the best singer of all-time. He is perfect in every way imaginable, and he totally rocks in every department!
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TopJosh Groban has the most incredible voice I have heard before. The response to his music is amazing, I think, because he has touched all genders, races, and ages with his beautiful gift. Josh Rules! ~ Hilary Love to all the Grobanites!
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TopJosh Groban has the best voice I have ever heard. I would just like to clear some things up for oyu people who only gave him one star. Josh is NOT clasically trained, nor is he an opera singer. With David Fosters guidence he has produces an amazing sound for an amazing cd. He is in a completely different category than Charlotte Church or Pavarotti and Elvis does not compare. His voice is unbelievable, a voice of heaven, not of Earth an thats why definately deserves more that 5 stars.
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TopJosh Groban is an angel...voice of an angel, heart of an angel and soul of an angel! Even though Josh has the most beautiful voice I have ever heard in my life, there is still so much more to him. Besides his angelic voice, he is a real, genuine human being. Josh is only 21 years old, yet he has more class in his pinky finger than most of his fellow singers have in their entire bodies...
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TopJosh Groban has brought something amazing into the lives of all of us who are priviledged to be called Grobanites. He deserves all five of these stars and many more!!
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TopA once-in-a-lifetime voice, and an eclectic collection of songs that sound easier to sing than they are. I'm a classical singer and love Josh's expressiveness, enuciation, phrasing, dynamics and all-around technique. The CD brings to the table a new standard for pop music.
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TopA voice that has changed my life! In addition his magical voice, he sets a wonderful example for young singers (two of my children) to study their craft and go after their dreams. I've played this CD every day since 12/26/01 and I'm still not tired of it!I've met this young man and he is as charming, polite and generous as his voice leads you to believe. I was also at the taping of his PBS special; a weekend I will never forget
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TopJosh Groban is a man of true talent. Whether he is put into the pop or operatic genre does not matter. What matters is that he has the talent to continue in the harsh, and sometimes cruel music industry. Any artist that can endure the hardships and rejections and emerge with such a moving album deserves respect, no matter what your personal choice of music could be. As a singer with an absolute passion for music, one can appreciate the technical points as well as the artistic. There is much more to a singer than simply the surface in which most people hear. Dig a little deeper and you may scratch the depth in which was put into this album. Josh, you are truly amazing. You have been able to create an album suitable for everyone, which can be very difficult to do. Congratulations on your well deserved success. -Krystal (aged 18)
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TopI had almost forgotten what a REAL voice was - REAL singing, until I was re-introduced to this young man's incredible voice on his PBS Special. When you hear - and see - him adjacent to other 'pop" stars, there is simply no comparison. HE has a VOICE. He is very young, so I anticipate an artistic growth over the years to come which will no doubt bring us even more delights.
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TopI love it - I bought it when I had to rebuy a gift I got on Christmas Eve. :)
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TopI have to completely disagree with the person who gave Josh 1 star. Yeah she was mad about what genre Josh should be in, but all I have to say to her is !!Who Cares!!. We like the music because he is one talented/gifted/beautiful/need I go on??? person. I am into Josh's music because it is sheer talent with no effects (electronic voices,etc). Plus Josh even said that he is leaning towards pop, so I don't think that person should get angry.Anyways...The cd is amazing. I have had it in my car since November 2001 and I still love each and every song. Even the Italian songs are just amazing. I understand Spanish so I can sort of get a gist of the Italian and Spanish but the songs are just beautiful. My favorite song "Un Amore Per Sempre" is an Italian song, and everytime I listen to it I start to cry. It is moving.
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TopI believe the album is Wonderful!!! he has asked repeatedly in interviews not to be Classified as Operatic so perhaps he was placed in the wrong category.I love all the songs on and off his album can't wait 'till the tour VISIT JOSHGROBAN.COM!!!!!
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TopI love josh! for his age, he's a great, great singer. to the one before that rated him one, he wants to sing pop/rock and roll...ok?I'm thoroughly satisfied with his music, cd, and concerts...he's a talented, dashing young man, one that i will marry, one of these dayslove you!shannon (15 years old) from arizona
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TopI am an officia Grobanite and absolutely love Josh and all his work. His voice is awesome and deserves all the credit it gets and more. I will buy any CDs that he comes out with and more than likely, they will be in my CD player 90% of the time.
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TopThis is one talented young man! He is not 'opera', and has never claimed to be. He was labeled that because of the Italian songs he sings. He puts so much emotion into his songs, you almost believe this young man has experienced a long, full life. I only wish I were 30 years yonger (I'm 50). I have loved music of all kinds, but noone has ever had this effect on me.
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TopIt's a great CD, Josh has a beautiful, warm voice! I recommend it to anyone who is interested in pop-classical music, he is a truly talented and skilled artist.kristenjohn 3:16
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TopJosh Groban has the most amazing voice I have ever heard. He is THE VOICE OF THE MILLENIUM!!
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TopJosh is the most amazing singer ever. He is a "real" singer with classical training. Do not call Josh's music opera, he is not an opera singer. He has much more clarity in his voice than a lot of "seasoned" singers. It is nice to be able to listen to a singer that you can actually understand what they are saying
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TopI have been listening to Josh Groban since October 2002, and every time i hear his voice, i love it a little more than the last time. he is a beautiful person with a beautiful gift. Brie (the pseudo-albino Grobanite)
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TopJosh Groban is a talent unlike any who have come before him. His angelic voice is exceptional, and the music he sings is beautiful. Anyone who hasn't heard him yet is missing so much.
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TopI agree that the arrangements on Josh Groban's are more pop oriented than opera oriented. I think that Josh Groban's voice more than the arrangements conjure up the image of an opera singer. I believe that Josh could sing opera and I hope that he does. Right now David Foster is basically in charge of Josh's career and Foster is a pop music arranger. Josh will also gain recognition and fame, not to mention financial security by selling pop releases.I'd much rather listen to Josh's brand of pop music than to listen to a singer like Bruce Springsteen who cannot really sing. Josh has a fabulous voice!!! Although I could do without the electric guitars in "Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring," Josh's singing is top notch. He does not break the line (as so many singers would do), but connects the notes with an gorgeous legato sound.I will definitely buy any CD Josh Groban releases whether it be pop or classical.
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TopAs a classicly trained singer, I am offended at the success this album has achieved. People often claim this album makes them like opera, but I have news for you. This is not in any way opera. This cd follows the horrible "popera" tradition popularized by Andrea Bocelli and Charlotte Church. This is a disc of lame, synth-heavy arrangements of bad songs in Italian to make them sound "classical." If you want to hear a real male singer, get a early (pre-three tenors) Pavarotti or any of the Bryn Terfel cds.
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TopJosh Groban has a voice of an angel. This man has a voice that could melt the coldest heart.
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Josh Groban is not only a delightful individual but a breath of fresh air! Already a major talent according to John Williams, who needs no introduction to the music world. Josh is not an opera singer, in spite of being called 'operaboy' by an obviously ignorant talk show host.He never claims to be an opera singer even though the world is already trying to pidgeonhole him in a genre incorrectly. It's refreshing to hear a voice that can sing "Alejate" beautifully and turn and sing Elton John without sounding 'operatic'. Josh is the major new talent of the time!
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