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Post by Daddy-o on Oct 11, 2004 13:44:09 GMT -5
I've just heard the recent Yusuf Islam and Ronan Keating collaboration on 'Father & Son'! This is such an incredible landmark! It's just slipped out very modestly on Ronan Keating's '10 Years Of Hits' compilation! It's the first time that Yusuf has sung in a contemporary style for quite some time. Yusuf's voice is exquisite, it's got richer with age. The one thing lacking on the original Boyzone cut was the dialogue and the revisit is just unbelievable! I'll be buying it tomorrow! Ronan has just spoke about the recording session on the radio. I'm glad I had an ear cocked. The session wasn't filmed but they took photos and Ronan said that Yusuf obliged with the Father's lines after some initial hesitation. He also said that he'd always loved the song and sang it when he auditioned for Boyzone a decade ago. This is very significant news for us!
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Post by HardheadedSofthrtd on Oct 11, 2004 15:18:14 GMT -5
Yusuf's voice is exquisite, it's got richer with age. So very true!  It's absolutely wonderful to hear that warm, rich voice once again accompanied by instruments. I'm in tears. Tears of happiness.   -Joanne |
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Post by sue on Oct 11, 2004 16:15:56 GMT -5
It was really nicely done. Ronan Keating did a good job of it and Yusuf sounded great.
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Post by Bootmiester on Oct 11, 2004 17:12:08 GMT -5
"Cat Stevens and Ronan sing a duet on 10 Years of Hits with Steven's classic song, Father and Son. Cat Stevens was in the news because he was refused entry to the US for being on a blacklist of people who posed a threat to US national security. Cat Stevens' last single was Another Saturday Night released in 1974 but bookmakers have put odds on Ronan and Cat clinching a Christmas number 1 (25/1) if the song is released. The pair formed a close friendship after Boyzone released a cover of Father and Son in 1995. Louis Walsh signed Ronan to Boyzone when hearing him perform an acoustic version of Father and Son when he was sixteen". Christmas No. 1!!!!  According to Ronan it was this song (F&S) that has inspired him to pursue a career in music and that he is forever indebted to Cat Stevens. |
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Post by Vivian on Oct 11, 2004 20:31:00 GMT -5
This is so wonderful!
Peace,Vivian
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Post by Chris on Oct 11, 2004 21:17:21 GMT -5
Oh My, this is fabulous!, talk about a pick me up after these last 2 weeks. Ronan and Yusufs voices are beautiful together. I was almost in tears listening to it, although I couldn't stop smiling the whole time. So it was a mixed bag of emotions. Thank you Ronan for convincing Yusuf to sing with you, and Thank You Yusuf... it was well worth the long wait. This has to be the most beautiful remake of Father and Son, I have ever heard. |
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Post by hummingbird on Oct 11, 2004 21:37:27 GMT -5
Where did you guys hear the song? I went to the BBC website and it seems they only played a short clip. I want to heat the whole song ! Very very sweet sounding. Our man is popping up everywhere these days. There's something about RIGHT NOW....his music just sounds soooo good. Better than ever. Good things, people, songs, etc always rise to the surface. And this is a huge step for Yusuf (blending his voice with instruments), yet how gently he sort of slid into this. He was ready. And I think the world is ready to hear that sweet voice again...yep, I do!! Something is in the wind ... -jen. |
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Post by Vivian on Oct 11, 2004 22:18:56 GMT -5
Can someone post me a direct link to hear it. I was so excited that when I said "this is wonderful" before, I forgot to ask, and I still need to hear it. Thanks.
Peace,Vivian
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Post by Celticat on Oct 11, 2004 22:56:50 GMT -5
I can't believe it's been released already! All I need now is to hear too. Does anyone know if there was an acoustic guitar playing and if so who.....?? Jackie |
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Post by Vivian on Oct 11, 2004 23:00:18 GMT -5
It's been released in the stores yet?? What CD is it on? I will have to check Best buy or Borders tomorrow.
Peace,Vivian
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Post by Celticat on Oct 11, 2004 23:09:20 GMT -5
Vivian, I just checked out the BBC website and it said the release date was December in the UK. Jackie |
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Post by Chris on Oct 11, 2004 23:32:59 GMT -5
According to Amazon UK site it was released October 11th. www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00062OHCY/pd_ka_0/202-8565490-1869460Also, on the BBC radio 2 website, you were able to listen to a short clip of the song and a Ronan interview. Though, they probably change the audio from day to day with their programs. So, it may not be on the site any more. You'll have to check to be sure. Check by clicking on the 'Listen Again' .. then go to 'the Album Chart' |
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Post by Celticat on Oct 12, 2004 0:12:36 GMT -5
;D ;D ( The song is just so beautiful. I have the biggest smile on my face...but somehow tears are falling onto the keyboard! That was really overwhelming! Jackie |
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Post by Vivian on Oct 12, 2004 10:57:22 GMT -5
Okay, can someone PLEASE help me. How can I hear this gem that we've waited 30 years to hear?
Peace,Vivian
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Post by Vivian on Oct 12, 2004 12:28:48 GMT -5
I can't even hear the short clip. I went to the BBC radio site, and the show started to play, but cut off after two minutes, long before the song came on. I think the only way I can hear it is to buy the CD, but does anyone know when it will be released here in the states.
Peace,Vivian
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Post by Vivian on Oct 12, 2004 13:48:23 GMT -5
I finally got it to work, and I swear I fell off my chair. You wanna talk about tears of joy, well you got it. This is just so very beautiful. I want to thank both Yusuf and Ronan for this treat, but you know, there is someone else who we should thank, and that is Yusuf's son, Mohammad. If it weren't for Mohammad, Yusuf probably never would have picked up a guitar again. So, thank You, Mohammad. Yusuf's voice with that guitar is just as magical as it ever was. Now to wait for the CD release, so we can all enjoy it in it's entirety, and treasure it for a lifetime.
Peace,Vivian
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Post by monabonejakon on Oct 12, 2004 16:29:47 GMT -5
i need,
you need
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THE WORLD NEEDS A RETURN OF CAT STEVENS
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Post by Lucy13 on Oct 12, 2004 16:54:02 GMT -5
Beautiful. Heartwarming and poignant.
He sounds like a real father now, doesn't he? How could he NOT re-record this special song after all these years. How could he not!? It was only a matter of time, I see now.
And there'll be more. I'm sure of it.
In a way I think Yusuf's maybe been a bit afraid of jumping into a sea of success again. So many people love him that perhaps it's a bit frightening (he's admitted to this kind of fear before). Maybe that's been the reason for the "baby steps" (...which is understandable). It *must* be kinda scary to be so lovable.
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Post by Vivian on Oct 12, 2004 19:50:53 GMT -5
Just like an impatient lady, I just ordered the CD from Amazon.com. Now in one week, I will have this new work or art. Can't wait.
Peace,Vivian
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Post by cristalina on Oct 13, 2004 7:12:17 GMT -5
I couldn't believe it when I was out shopping on Tuesday morning, the first thing I heard as I walked into HMV was Yusuf's voice I had no idea it was already recorded yet alone released. It was lovely to hear, also the interview with Ronan on the radio was very nice. |
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Post by Gizmo on Oct 17, 2004 18:51:01 GMT -5
Damn, that BBC clip is no longer there  I think it's about time I broke my piggy bank to buy this album just to hear Yusuf! ;D After all I am a poor student and if anyone can tell me where I can hear a short clip before I buy the album then that would be nice |
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Post by monabonejakon on Oct 19, 2004 13:19:51 GMT -5
Just look at Shareaza, a very good file sharing software. I found F&S with Ronan Keating there! It´s amazing... and i true bielive it´s just the (new) BEGINNING.
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Post by Vivian on Oct 19, 2004 19:28:00 GMT -5
I have it. I love it. It's fantastic.
Peace,Vivian
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Post by danZ on Oct 20, 2004 1:45:35 GMT -5
Hie everyone! i checked out Ronan's album today specially for Father & son and................... IT'S BEAUTIFUL!
i think the feel of the song is now somehow more 'complete'. what i mean is..u have Yusuf singing one section where he is the father and he sounds exactly like that - a father giving advice! and together with ronan as the son it just feels right.
Yusuf singing "...think alot...", it's like Yusuf wanted to take this opportunity to reach out to the younger general public who may not know him that well to think about who he is now- Yusuf Islam, former Cat Stevens the young superstar who is now truly calm & at peace with himself and willing to share some advice with anyone who needs some.
The music part was great too, i really like the instrumental part i think it's simple but wonderful and the way it fades to Yusuf's section...superb. All in all, personallly it's my favourite version of all and that includes the original!
To better things ahead InsyaAllah (God willing).
Daniel Zain
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Post by Celticat on Oct 20, 2004 5:42:28 GMT -5
Nice post Daniel ... it is really special isn't it! Jackie |
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Post by cristalina on Oct 21, 2004 4:58:55 GMT -5
Haven't checked it out myself, but my son tells me Ronan Keating's album has reached No.1 here, the UK that is.
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Post by Celticat on Oct 21, 2004 18:24:09 GMT -5
;D ;D ;D Jackie |
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