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Ladies & Gentlemen, meet the next Elton John

Corinne | 08/13/2000

(5 out of 5 stars)

"What have we left to expect from the frontman of Irish pop group Boyzone? Four top albums and more number one singles to count..we've heard it all already, right? WRONG.Putting aside the typical Boyzone fluff for a second, let's concentrate on the brains behind that operation: Ronan Keating. Teaming up with music-writing geniuses such as Pat Leonard, the BeeGees, Bryan Adams and the self-declared "next Mutt Lange" - ex-frontman of the New Radicals - Gregg Alexander, Ronan has managed to combine their professional song-writing skills with his powerful Irish tenor voice and a soaring array of backing intruments and vocals. And what is the ending result? A winning formula of great pop tracks created by a true team effort. What more could you ask for, really?Up-tempo is right up Ronan's alley. It's quite shame Boyzone never released a lot of good up-tempo songs, because this guy has some pretty impressive soft-rock tracks. The two tracks written by Gregg Alexander are the definite gems on the album: "Life Is a Rollercoaster" (simplistic but catchy and damn addictive) and "Heal Me" (soaring, up-lifting..close your eyes and enjoy the ride!) "Keep On Walking" sounds like something Gary Barlow would've done, but will still make you want to sing along out loud. And how can we forget Irish pop? "If You Love Me" sounds like a cross between the Corrs and Shania Twain - fast, furious and fun!Oh sure, typical "Boyzone"-like ballads are a-plenty, the better ones being "In This Life" (a cover - yes old habits are hard to break), "If I Don't Tell You Now" and "Once Upon a Lifetime" - a track that's so chilling it could give Elton a run for his money..If you like soft melodic rock, Irish pop and/or symphonic, Lloyd Webber-like numbers, this album is for you. Designed to suit a vareity of tastes and audiences, 'Ronan' is genuine, unique and straight from the heart. Get it now!"

Great Guy, Great voice, I like!

maria16 | London, England | 02/03/2001

(5 out of 5 stars)

"The lovely Ronan Keating has finally released his debut solo album without all the 4 other guys of Boyzone hanging round in the background looking awkward. Ronan has always been more talented than the average boy band star and if you want proof, then listen to this album. Ronan's sexy Irish voice runs through all the tracks, most of which are slowies like those from his Boyzone days, but there is clear talent showing through. The track which really does stand out for me is 'When you say nothing at all', you will probably know this from the film 'Notting Hill' when Hugh and Julia share their first kiss in the park. However there are also songs like 'Rollercoaster' which give me the sudden urge to jump around and sing that oh-so catchy 'na na na na na' tune. This album is basically a happy album from Ronan who is a really lovely (not to mention attractive) guy."

This is the best you've ever heard!!

S. Shafie | Cincinnati, OH | 08/26/2000

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I've been a HUGE Boyzone fan eversince the very beginning.. seven years ago.. .. But after listening to this CD, it truly proved to me that Ronan is the one who deserves it all! This album is the best you've ever heard! I mean you'll just love all the songs! My personal favorite is "In This Life" which is probably the sweetest most beautiful song I've ever heard! With this album, Ronan proved that he can go all the way all by himself, and he definitely deserves it! I really have to say... Way to go, Ro!! You're the best! :)"