Soprano Renée Fleming has a new album titled Dark Hope, on which she covers indie rock acts like Muse, Arcade Fire, Duffy and the Mars Volta.
In a way, it’s in keeping with “the people’s diva” who sang at President Obama’s inauguration and has previously ventured into jazz. But vocally, it’s a radical departure from her previous work. She talks about the new Fleming voice, rock music, and her career at 51.
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Comments [9]
I'm always amused by her charm when she sings operatic repertoir.... the jazzy album I kinda liked it because her thickness and richness in her voice is something I cannot scape from. the moment I knew she this cd was about to be out....I didn't know anything about the songs selection but the instant I hit play... I was again without a doubt charmed and can't and wouldn't want to fight this feeling inside.......she caresses my soul with her voice and these tunes. i love renée and will until i died. thank god for her
I finally received my copy of the cd today and it exceeded my expectations which were already high. I think that those who negatively judge this effort without listening to the entire album on a decent stereo system are in danger of missing out on a very exciting experience. Much as I love Renee's classical voice, I also think it's great when she takes us on these adventures.
Wow, I hardly know where to start, there are so many reasons why this is a bad idea. After hearing the clips you played though, it's even worse than I expected.
Leave it to Q Prime to find the right gimmick.
It's great to hear Fleming's thoughts on performing rock music. Often classical musicians look down on popular music but her open-minded observations are refreshing.
Please ask Ms. Fleming what she thinks of reality TV "celebrities" like Real Housewife of New York City "Countess" Delaseps going into a studio and recording "songs". a) Please don't claim you don't know who she is and b) please be honest!! PS - Ms. Fleming has a beautiful voice.
The convergence of Renee's indie album release date AND the Glee season finale has been almost too much for my 13-year old to bear. He's been counting down the days to both with equal excitement since we heard Miss Fleming mention the album at the Metropolitan Museum last month. A member of the Met Opera Children's Chorus, he sends a shout out to Sage.
I've been a fan of Renee for the better part of a decade. I bought the album this morning and LOVE it. Fleming has the best female voice of all time!
that's one hot indie/rock,opera-mama!
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