Secret Garden's Inside I'm Singing features 13 songs from the acclaimed Irish-Norwegian duo and their special guests. Famed for their instrumental work, the pair have collaborated with a number of singers to produce an album of primarily vocal tracks.
The addition of voices has not diminished the music's calming, almost magical effect: these songs sound like something from a fairy tale.
Anne Takle's singing on Nocturne is spellbinding, making it almost like a lullaby. The song won the 1995 Eurovision Contest and features on the duo's first international release, Songs from a Secret Garden.
Peter Joback's incredibly emotive singing on Thank You highlights the lyrics and will tug at your heart strings. The eerie instrumental Theme from the Mermaid Chair has a haunting, graceful melody. The lack of vocal accompaniment only helps to create a sense of desolation.
This album has its fair share of love songs, and Did I Not Love You, sung by Peter Corry, is outstanding.
Modern music lovers may not appreciate the lack of bass or rhythm. But if you are a fan of melody and impassioned vocals, you're sure to enjoy this album.