It seems pretty clear that Ronan Tynan has no intention of resting on his laurels. Despite a stunning string of world-dominating, top-selling releases as a member of the much-loved Irish Tenors--not to mention his accompli... more »shments as a champion athlete, an M.D., and a memoirist (see his recently published Halfway Home: My Life 'til Now)--the singer has now released his debut solo effort on Sony Classical. No matter which member of the Irish Tenors happens to be your favorite, My Life Belongs to You is a treat, affording as it does a chance to bask in the deeply expressive, mellifluous voice of Tynan. He has chosen his selections well and is equally poised and tender in classics from Mario Lanza ("Because You're Mine," "I'll Walk with God"), Broadway, and sacred music. What's especially wonderful is the opportunity to hear Tynan's emotionally gripping vocalism from so many angles. The mixing by Frank McNamara gives a lovely old-time feeling to the orchestral playing--a bit like a treasured old sepia photograph. A bonus track of Irving Berlin's "God Bless America" is included. --Sarah Chin« less
It seems pretty clear that Ronan Tynan has no intention of resting on his laurels. Despite a stunning string of world-dominating, top-selling releases as a member of the much-loved Irish Tenors--not to mention his accomplishments as a champion athlete, an M.D., and a memoirist (see his recently published Halfway Home: My Life 'til Now)--the singer has now released his debut solo effort on Sony Classical. No matter which member of the Irish Tenors happens to be your favorite, My Life Belongs to You is a treat, affording as it does a chance to bask in the deeply expressive, mellifluous voice of Tynan. He has chosen his selections well and is equally poised and tender in classics from Mario Lanza ("Because You're Mine," "I'll Walk with God"), Broadway, and sacred music. What's especially wonderful is the opportunity to hear Tynan's emotionally gripping vocalism from so many angles. The mixing by Frank McNamara gives a lovely old-time feeling to the orchestral playing--a bit like a treasured old sepia photograph. A bonus track of Irving Berlin's "God Bless America" is included. --Sarah Chin
elizabeth robison | Tucson, AZ United States | 03/06/2002
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Dr. Ronan Tynan has almost surpassed all his accomplishments with this album. It is simply superb. His voice is so thrilling to listen to. The choice of selections is very eclectic, all blending into a perfect whole. Just when you think one might be your favorite,he comes along with another equally qualified.This is a wonderful cd guaranteed not to disappoint you. I never tire of listening to it."
5 times 5 times 5 times 5 times 5 ad infinitum
Marysia | Brooklyn, NY USA | 01/15/2002
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Dr. Ronan Tynan is one incredible person! All the Irish Tenors are outstanding, but Dr. Tynan sings with such passion, compassion, love and tenderness, there aren't enough superlatives to describe it! His performances only leave you wanting more, and fortunately, having this album to play over and over and over again can satisfy that need -- until his next performance. Five stars are not enough hence the title."
Amazing
Dave Sorenson | Northern California | 02/20/2002
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This music is from one human, who happens to be a great tenor, to another. There is a feeling that comes through the music that is not there with others. Think Bocelli in the feeling aspect. If God Bless America doesn't bring goose pimples for you, either you are dead or from Mars."
Good ol' fashioned singing-goodness!
Arry Tanusondjaja | Adelaide, Australia | 02/05/2002
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Ronan Tynan might not have the fancy techniques that some of the better-known tenors do, however he has what others lack sometimes - sincerity and passion. Just listen to his "I'll Walk With God" and you would know what I mean! That track is to be experienced!Pick "You'll Never Walk Alone" or his signature song "My Life Belongs To You" and close your eyes ... His rendition of "La vie en rose" is charming as well. Tynan's album might not be as engineered or touched-up as others, but just like country-cooking with no additives or preservatives, this album is bursting with goodness!"