2006-11-02 00:17:08 -
Legendary movie star, Christopher Lee will be signing his new solo album on CD.
Signing Details
Music Zone Croydon - Nov. 9th from 5 PM - 102 North End, Croydon, Surry, CR0 1UD
Music Zone Birmingham - Nov. 16th from 5 PM - Unit 26 Martineau Place, Bull Street, Birmingham, B4 7AA
(note Mr. Lee will only be signing his new CD)
Legendary movie star, Christopher Lee will be signing his new solo album on CD.
Signing Details
Music Zone Croydon - Nov. 9th from 5 PM - 102 North End, Croydon, Surry, CR0 1UD
Music Zone Birmingham - Nov. 16th from 5 PM - Unit 26 Martineau Place, Bull Street, Birmingham, B4 7AA
(note Mr. Lee will only
be signing his new CD)
Mr. Lee, with singing credits in numerous movies and operatic excerpts throughout his distinguished career, and fresh from his successful collaboration with metal band Rhapsody, has taken another adventurous leap with his new album 'Revelation-
Recorded and filmed in the UK, US and Spain, featuring a diverse range of music styles and musicians, 'Revelation- is the ultimate collection of songs for movie and music fans alike. As the top grossing box office star, having starred in Lord of the Rings, Star Wars and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory in recent years, 'Revelation- opens a new chapter in a storied career spanning six decades.
The album includes a reworking of 'Toreador March- from Bizet's Carmen, with Mr. Lee ranging to a high Baritone and features The English Chamber Choir. The track, although modern in style, takes it's inspiration from its true Andalucian roots. World renowned flamenco artist Juan Ramirez was responsible for giving the music its authenticity. The accompanying dances, choreographed by leading exponents of Flamenco, and featuring Mr. Lee, captures this passionate interpretation of the song.
Additional tracks combine Mr. Lee the actor and singer, playing the romantic knight errant, Don Quijote in his own interpretation of 'The Impossible Dream-, which opens with the story's characters narrating an introduction to the song itself.
The album's finale, 'My Way-, is a true mirror of Christopher Lee's own life. Arguably, the most recognisable voice in entertainment, Mr. Lee's storied career has been unconventional. He has never played it safe or has been scared of a challenge - He has done it His Way.
A Brief Background of Christopher Lee's Career in Music
Christopher Lee's singing career started over 60 years ago, when he was discovered by the Swedish tenor Jussi Björling and invited to attend an audition at the Swedish Opera House. At the time, it was not possible to be both a singer and an actor, and Christopher Lee chose the path of Film. However, over the years, he has sang in many movies, for instance 'The Wicker Man-, 'El Umbracle-, 'The Return of Captain Invincible-, etc.
He has appeared in the theatre, in operatic performances and has recorded for radio world-wide. He also sang and recorded 'The King of Elfland's Daughter' for Chrysalis, Stravinsky's 'The Soldier's Tale' for Nimbus, 'Peter and the Wolf' also for Nimbus, conducted by Yehudi Menuhin, 'The King and I', 'Christopher Lee sings 'Devils, Rogues and Other Villains, from Broadway to Bayreuth ', ‘The Rocky Horror Picture Show' by O'Brien and Hartley, amongst others. Most recently, he has recorded an album with world famous metal band Rhapsody including the lead single in 'The Magic of the Wizards Dream-, (sung in four languages) which entered the music charts in several countries.
He has also done collaborations with Paul McCartney, Manowar, Damage and many others.
TRACK LIST
1. The Impossible Dream (The Quest)
2. I, Don Quixote (Man of la Mancha)
3. Carmencita (Quiero y no quiero querer)
4. The Toreador March (Flamenco)
5. O Sole Mio (It's Now or Never)
6. High Noon
7. Wanderin' Star
8. Oh What a Beautiful Mornin'
9. Name Your Poison
10. Toreador March (Remix)
11. The Little Drummer Boy
12. Silent Night
13. My Way
14. 'Behind the Music- with Christopher Lee (Special Audio Commentary)
