IL DIVO - THE PROMISE Review

The group Il Divo is made up of four members: Carlos Marin, David Miller, Sebastien Izambard, and Urs Buhler. These four attractive men are so much more than pretty faces. Their voices are powerful and emotion filled when they sing. I had never listened to any Il Divo music before this CD so I was completely unsure of what to expect . I was pleasantly surprised to discover how wonderful it is. Every song has something to offer, but my personal favorites are "Angelina" and "The Winner Takes it All (Va Todo Al Ganador)".

The CD includes songs in Italian and Spanish, but because of the amazing level of emotion and strength in the men's voices, one does not need to be able to speak or understand the language to fully experience the music. The listener can feel it and embrace it without relying on pesky words and literal translations, which brings a whole new level to music listening.

The amazing voices of Il Divo make this a perfect CD to sit back with a glass of wine and lose oneself in the melodies. It is easy to be pulled into the music and forget all the stresses of the real world and life in general. If you're looking for overly-synthesized pop junk, this CD is not for you. But if you're looking for true talent and amazing harmonies, pick up "The Promise" and give it a listen. You won't be disappointed with these sophisticated songs. The operatic tones will fill your ears and heart with the magic of music.