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"There was one standing ovation after another as hits like Unbreak My Heart, Angelina, Unchained Melody and Mama rang powerfully round the arena."
South Wales Echo, Cardiff 3/3
In 2004, four of the greatest voices in the world emerged to spearhead an entire musical genre by bringing the sound of opera to the world of popular music. Now as one of the most successful groups in the world with over 22 million albums sold, IL DIVO announce New Zealand arena dates as part of their massive world tour.
Having released four chart topping albums, New Zealand audiences have fallen in love with IL DIVO. They finally now have the chance to see the international operatic ...
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Short Biography
"There was one standing ovation after another as hits like Unbreak My Heart, Angelina, Unchained Melody and Mama rang powerfully round the arena."
South Wales Echo, Cardiff 3/3
In 2004, four of the greatest voices in the world emerged to spearhead an entire musical genre by bringing the sound of opera to the world of popular music. Now as one of the most successful groups in the world with over 22 million albums sold, IL DIVO announce New Zealand arena dates as part of their massive world tour.
Having released four chart topping albums, New Zealand audiences have fallen in love with IL DIVO. They finally now have the chance to see the international operatic supergroup perform live in October.
AN EVENING WITH IL DIVO signals a striking departure from the group's two previous tours. For the first time, they are working with Creative Director William Baker, who is best known for styling some of the most iconic pop figures of the past decade, including Kylie Minogue, Victoria Beckham, Britney Spears, Garbage and Jamiroquai.
"The most important thing about Il Divo is the power of their sound, which is at its most remarkable and mesmerising in a live performance," says William. "To have the opportunity to embellish this force with something visual is really exciting. Like the best operas, the key to this show has been about creating sets and worlds that frame and compliment their unique talent."
With a hi-tech stage and a digital light show, the sharp and seductive quartet is now able to showcase songs from their four studio albums against an even more spectacular backdrop. Utterly modern yet thoroughly appreciative of the group's traditional strengths, the combination of a fresh artistic vision and Il Divo's proven talent is set to take fans on a stirring musical and visual journey. The UK leg of the world tour kicked off in Manchester last month to rave reviews and will continue throughout the UK and Europe before embarking on the North American leg and then onto Australia.
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Il Divo put a fresh face on popular songs, utilizing their exceptional voices, good looks, and cultural diversity to bring their romantic blend of classical and pop music to audiences around the world. Formed after a two-year search, the quartet is comprised of American tenor David Miller, popular French singer Sébastien Izambard, Swiss tenor Urs Buhler, and Spanish baritone Carlos Marin. Their eponymous debut album was released in April of 2005 and featured a diverse play list that included a cover of the Toni Braxton hit "Unbreak My Heart" and the Frank Sinatra standard "My Way," as well as "Nella Fantasia," a newly arranged -- with vocals -- version of "Gabriel's Oboe" from Ennio Morricone's score for The Mission. It became a massive worldwide hit, and the quartet returned in 2005 with Ancora, a ten-track collection of new music featuring the hit "I Believe in You" with Celine Dion. The similarly themed Siempre arrived in 2006, followed by Promise in 2008. ~ J ames Christopher Monger, Rovi
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