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[CSCfan]

Yup - that's right!

Andrea Corr, of Irish (family)band The Corrs, is launching a solo career..
And no, don't worry, the band won't split up!

Her first solo album, titled "Present", will be out in September/October this year and is produced by Nellee Hooper (U2, Bjork, Gwen Stefani, Madonna, Whitney Houston). The album will be a "mixture of everything", so not just pop..

Also, a promotional film will be produced to accompany the release of the album, which will intersperse Andrea's observations on the making of the album with live performances of some of the key tracks (9 tracks), just on voice and piano! This was shot a few weeks ago in a small theatre in London.


More info as it comes!  

Edited by CSCfan, 09 July 2006 - 02:29 PM.

[catwomanrrr]

That's great!

But you know... whenever someone goes "SOLO," there's a greater chance of a break-up, regardless. But maybe this is different.

Edited by Joy, 09 July 2006 - 02:35 PM.

[CSCfan]

Joy, on Jul 9 2006, 10:34 PM, said:

That's great!

But you know... whenever someone goes "SOLO," there's a greater chance of a break-up, regardless. But maybe this is different.

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True, but not in this case.. Especially coz their all family, so they can't really "split up"..lol The main reason why's she going solo, is because all the other members of the band are currently occupied with their own families (all of them have kids now and are maried, or will be getting married)..except for Andrea.

[catwomanrrr]

CSCfan, on Jul 9 2006, 01:50 PM, said:

Joy, on Jul 9 2006, 10:34 PM, said:

That's great!

But you know... whenever someone goes "SOLO," there's a greater chance of a break-up, regardless. But maybe this is different.

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True, but not in this case.. Especially coz their all family, so they can't really "split up"..lol The main reason why's she going solo, is because all the other members of the band are currently occupied with their own families (all of them have kids now and are maried, or will be getting married)..except for Andrea.

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For a second, I forgot that they're related, and that they're SIBLINGS!   
Yes, I sure hope that they will remain as close as possible throughout their lives. Family is such a gift

[CSCfan]

LOL! How could you forget..

I remember one interviewer asked them a while ago: "So..how/where did you guys meet?"    

That's like the most stupid question you can ask them! LOL

[celinesounds]

I can't wait for this album. I love her voice

[Koolan]

I like her a lot wish her the best of luck.

[CSCfan]

With a bit of luck the album will be released in the US too and she might do some promo..

There are some rumours she will be support a 'bigger artist' there at the end of the year..

[Célinefull]

I saw the thread  "Andrea goes solo" and the first thing I said was "Please god not Andrea Corr!" and it was...

they'd better not split up!

[CSCfan]

LOL! Sorry..

Well her solo career could definately do her, but also the band quite good (if it works out)..

Anyway, nah! they won't split (they can't even split! lol), music is in their blood..

[Célinefull]

Yeah, your right, and lord knows I'll end up buying the album, so why fight it?

[CSCfan]

LOL! Well it foremost depends on the music..

I think there's also a very good chance I'll buy it, but if I really don't like the songs/music/style (which I kinda doubt), I guess I won't buy it..

But at least she's not turning into a Britney or something, and of course she'll play the piano & writes her own songs..

[mattia]

i love the corrs, in my herat they're almost on the same level with celine and shania...     

and actually i wasn't disappointed at all by this news, i heard the first roumors about it a couple of weeks ago, and i just can't wait to see my sweetheart singing on her own!!!!     

tho i'll miss sharon like hell...   

they're not going to split, they just love so much making music together....

[CSCfan]

Well, the album's a wrap!
Nellee just finished his work on the album..

It's getting closer & closer..  

[Céline's Blues]

They're splitting! Yes, yes, I knew it all the way!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[CSCfan]

No they're not (they can't even split   ).  

[celinerific]

[CSCfan]

Atlantic's desperately trying to keep everything *hush hush*..

[Spacewuppie]

I'm very curious about Adnrea's solo album and am patiently waiting for it's release. I'll probably buy it right away, cause there aren's many Corrs songs I don't like.
But then again Andrea could have turned into a whole other direction...
Hmmm, maybe it's wise to listen first!    

[CSCfan]

LOL! Well I don't think her sound will differ too much (it will differ, otherwise it wouldn't have a point)..

Guess we'll have to wait a little longer (possibly January)..

[Célinefull]

When is the album coming out?

[CSCfan]

It was supposed to be released in Sept/Oct (but "officially" nothing was set yet), but it's delayed to early next year (prob. Jan/Feb)..

[Célinefull]

is there any word on some songs or what the theme of the album will be? Will it be pop like the corrs or different?

[CSCfan]

There will be a mix of styles..
The title of one track was already revealed, "Molly Bloom"..it's supposed to be a very catchy song..

But Atlantic is keeping very numb about this..

[CSCfan]

From today's (Ireland) Evening Herald & Daily Mirror:

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SOLO ANDREA SET TO BE RUNAWAY HIT
Singer Andrea Corr is reportedly gearing up for a 50-date European Tour in a bid to launch her solo career. The 32 year-old star is said to be planning a series of high-profile concerts, even thought work on her first album hasn't even been completed yet.

The sultry brunette has been bombarded with offers from top promoters desperate to sign her up for lucrative solo tour next spring. The Dundalk singer said recently how she was considering a break from her chart-topping siblings and thinking about starting a solo project.

PROMOTERS
She has been performing with sisters Caroline and Sharon and brother Jim from an early age and collectively, the band have scored a string of hits worldwide. But music insiders reckon Andrea, who has taken time out previously to pursue some acting projects, has enough star quality to go it alone.

“She could easily make 1m euro from a string of sell-out dates if the demand is there”, said a source close to the star. “All the promoters reckon Andrea will be one of the biggest tours next year. She has never done anything like this before and the fans are really excited about what she’s going to come out with”.

“At this stage, it looks likely there will be up to 50 shows at various venues around Ireland, the UK and Europe”. It is also believed that Andrea’s record company is gearing up to invest a fortune in promoting the album. A team of top stylists, publicists and music directors will be hired for the release of the upcoming album and tour.

The source continued: “Andrea is putting everything she has got into this album and it’s already shaping up to be a real classic. She has to come out with something that’s completely different to anything the Corrs have done in the past. The plan in to release the album amid a blaze of publicity and get it to the top of the charts around the world. We’ll also see a new-look Andrea as she takes her first big step towards solo stardom. People are going to be really surprised by what she comes out with”.

But despite all her solo plans, Andrea has insisted that it won’t spell the end for the family group. “We’re all taking a break to do our own things but we’ll definitely be back together for more albums and tours in the future”, she said. “I’m working on my solo album now and it’s been great fun”. Next month sees the Dundalk stars releasing “Dreams – The Ultimate Corrs Collection” on November 20th. As well as the band’s greatest hits, the track list will include remixes of Goodbye and When the Stars Go Blue featuring U2 frontman Bono while Ronnie Wood performs on Ruby Tuesday.

[CSCfan]

From the official website..

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We are delighted to announce that Andrea’s new album, 'Ten Feet High', will be out early this summer. The entire album (except for 'Take Me I'm Yours' by Squeeze) has been written by Andrea and will be produced by Nellee Hooper who has previously work with U2, Gwen Stefani and Bjork. We’ll be bringing you more news as we get it.

If a mod could change the subtitle into ""Ten Feet High" out in Summer '07".. thanks!

[anastacia24]

Wow.  This is great news.  I love The Corrs.  I wonder if Andrea's CD will still have the same sort of feel as The Corrs albums did.  Just one question, when it is summer over there?

[CSCfan]

The album is said to be a mix of everything..

Summer starts on June 21st here..

[anastacia24]

Woo hoo.  Thanks for that.  I only hope it is released here in Australia.

[CSCfan]

Update!!

Tracklist (from Amazon.com):

1. Hello Boys  
2. Anybody There  
3. Shame On You  
4. I Do  
5. Ten Feet High  
6. Champagne From A Straw  
7. 24 Hours  
8. This Is What It's All About  
9. Take Me I'm Yours  
10. Stupidest Girl In The World  
11. Ideal World  

Lead single: Shame On You

Album should be out on May 28 or June 4 and the single a week prior..

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Product Description
2007 Issue of the Solo Album Debut by the Woman who is the Lead Voice Upfront in the Multi-million Selling Band with her Siblings. She Composed all the Songs on the Album Save for One, a Cover of the First Squeeze Hit "Take Me I'm Yours". The Tracks were Produced by Pop Veteran Nellee Hooper, who was Responsible for the Trademark Sound of Soul Ii Soul and who Has also Worked with U2, Gwen Stefani and Bjork.