Closer [ECD] by Josh Groban (CD, Nov-2003, Warner Bros. Records Record Label)

I was glad to find this, I'm trying to get back a CD collection I used to have! The CD plays great and is good as new! Thanks!

Josh Groban is a rare talent. His voice is so powerful and
one unique and awesome piece is You Raise Me UP. I have
heard this selection by other artists but Groban has the
power and range to make this selection excellent. I
plan to purchase other selections by Groban.

i just feel in love with his music and his beautiful face and spirit. I haven't bought anything for myself in years so I got his music,

Almost every song is fantastic, I love Josh's voice. My mom loved my CD so much she wanted one too, so this was a Mother's Day gift.

This is a fantastic album. One of the best he's put out, in my opinion. One of the things I enjoy most about his music is how it so unique to him. I have yet to hear any other artist who can deliver the level of emotion in their songs as Josh Groban can.

I love Josh Groban's voice. None like it! I was looking for the song "You Raise Me Up" which is on this CD. The other songs are great also.

The standard version of Josh's "Closer" CD was released November 21, 2003. Its 13 songs are all great. There are six songs in English including "You Raise Me Up", which is an extremely uplifting song. "Broken Vow" is another beautiful love song, although a sad love song. "When You Say You Love Me" also is very moving. "My Confession" and "Remember When It Rained" are both awesome love songs. "Si Volvieras A Mi" is an excellent Spanish song. The CD also has some great Italian songs..."Oceano", "Mi Mancherai (Il Postino)", "Per Te", "All'Improviso Amore" and "Caruso". There is one song in French, "Hymne A L'Amour". The lyrics are included with the CD and if you buy the full-size lyric book you will get the lyrics, the music notes, and English translations of the foreign-language songs. Josh Groban, born on February 27, 1981, is my all-time favorite recording artist. His music is inspiring. Give this CD a try. If you don't like it, make it a gift for a friend or family member. His voice is a gift from God. I also recommend his first CD which was released November 20, 2001, and his two DVDs, "Josh Groban Live In Concert" (December 3, 2002), and "Josh Groban Live at the Greek" (November 30, 2003). Monte Mendoza in Mesa, Arizona.

YOU MAY NOT LIKE THIS TYPE OF MUSIC BUT LETS GIVE THE KID PROPS-MAN, HE CAN SING. THIS ALBUM IS EVEN BETTER THAN HIS DEBUT. DON'T LET THE DIFFERENT LANGUAGES DISSUADE YOU. TRY IT FOR THE VARIETY.

Both Josh Groban and the songs are great! He sings all the tracks on this album to perfection. On his original CD, I find myself skipping over one or two of the songs, but I can listen to all the songs on this CD one over and over and never get tired of them! Higly reccomended!!!!!!!!!

The thing about music reviews is that it really depends upon one's taste. See, you might really be into death metal or funk or gansta rap and I'm not, so I'm not going to find a whole lot of musical value in that. So, it's hard for me to say to all of you that this is a really good or really bad album based upon my own tastes - since not everyone shares my same loves.

I am, however, a big coinsurer of different types of music. While I may not rush out and buy the latest Clay Aiken or particularly enjoy his songs, I have no problem telling you he has a nice voice - because he does. Celine Dion can sing (and my wife forces me to listen to her over and over), but she's not really my cup of tea. But if you're honest, you can't deny that she can belt out a note or two.

Most of you cool dudes and neato chicks out there may be way too into the latest fad and making sure that nobody laughs at you to know who Josh Groban is. Had I not married the woman I did, I wouldn't either. Because I'm just like all of you - LOVE ME!!!

Anyway, Josh Groban, from what I understand, is a relatively new artist that hit the scene a few years ago. My wife says he's around 23 but when you listen to him sing, his youth will blow your mind. Because this kid can sing. This kid has an amazing voice. His is a pure and flawless sound that makes it impossible to deny his talent.

His second full CD entitled "Closer" is a perfect example of what I'm talking about. Listening to him makes you wonder why he's not perusing a career in opera or something higher than releasing albums and trying to get played on the radio. Of course, there is a simple explanation to that - money.

But for all the praise I could ever heap upon the kid, I'm not a fan of the genre of music he puts out. And most of you probably aren't either. This is the music of the old and sophisticated and you need only look at the design of this website to know that we are not. But if you are able to place your love for punk or alternative away for one second and afford yourself a finer pleasure of a voice that has the ability to fill you with emotion - you might really like Josh Groban. Of course, I'm not as deep.

"Closer" has one song you might have heard so far. Groban performed "You Raise Me Up" at the Super Bowl this past year (no, not during the nipple-rific Halftime Show. During the pregame). Here in Dallas, it has gotten a moderate amount of air time on the light rock stations. The rest of the CD is full of operatic covers and original music written for him.

The main problem I have with it is the liberal use of Italian songs. I like to understand the lyrics of the music I listen to. But you might not, and if so, it might not bother you so much because he sounds as flawless on those songs as he does the others. There are thirteen tracks in all and not one of them are bad - but you have to like his style to really groove on him.

I had borrowed this album from a friend and liked it so much that I got one of my own from you... only for much less! Very satisfied!

great cd great voice, looking forward to getting more of his cds as they come out. have a christmas cd in my collection and hope there are others in future

It's been eleven years since David Foster first heard the brilliance of Josh Groban's voice, and this 2003 opus is one of the mountain peaks in Josh's Range.

I/m a fan. His voice is enchanting. I am mesmerized by it. This is one of those cd's that makes you think about the songs you hear.....and then you try to sing it the next time you hear it....and, of course, you sound awful, but if you are in the shower you think it is spectacular. We need more of this type of artist....they make you feel good no matter how awful of a voice you have...just to sing along.

Great songs, beautiful musical arrangements! Josh groban is very talented! I especially like You raise me up! All of the songs are peaceful, and relaxing!

I love all types of music, and enjoyed this CD very much. Josh is one extremely talented singer. I hope to add more of his CD's in the near future.
His vocal range is variable and he can sing with the best of them. Thank you Josh.

The CD was in new condition and sound is great. I enjoy playing it everyday. The songs are a mixture of soft and powerful songs.

I especially love the song "You Raise Me Up", it is one of my favorites and Josh Groban is a wonderful singer.

It came in excelent condition, The CD had been carefully pakageed, and there wasn't a scratch on the cover. I was very pleased. It came veryy quickly.

The music of this album is very soothing and relaxing. I have been a fan of Josh Groban ever since I saw him perform on "Ally McBeal". I still cannot believe that there is that much talent in this young man.

My wife bought it. She likes Josh Groban's other music. She was a little ticked when it skipped, but she noticed food gunk on the CD and rinsed it off. Plays better now. She likes the songs in different languages and the symphonic instruments.

Over her Christmas shopping on Ebay she learned:
Make sure to READ. It might be a long-play album, 33 1/3 RPM, needs a record player.
Make sure to READ. It might be an e-book. Quite impractical for most.
Make sure to READ. It might be offered from another country. Shipping $$$.
Rinse the CD. It might make all the difference in annoying skips.

Overall, she was delighted (her word) with the "finds" on Ebay. Able to find just what was on someone's wish list, at a reduced price. Tickled about the small world, when one purchase turned out to be a local seller. Touched and warmed by the uprightness of sellers, pointing out they had paid us back for shipping multiple items, thanking us (feedback) for our prompt payment. Can you imagine being thanked for paying for something you purchased?

We got the CD in new condition and in good time. Thanks for the good service. We would recommend this seller.

Its nice to purchase an item lke this without "goind shopping" and have a nice experience. Getting something you want so easily and safely is rather nice.