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P531 CEEFAX 2 531 Sat 18 Dec 16:52/56  SINGLEREVIEWS 1/3  STEVE BROOKSTEIN — AGAINST ALL ODDS The first winner of The X Factor faces the testing task of unleashing his maiden release on 20 December. The weathered face, relaxed charm and distinctive voice have been put to good use on a cover version of Phil Collins' slushy, heartfelt tear-jerker. With his smooth, soulful vocals, Steve has at least managed the easy task of making it better than the original. A good arrangement adds in some gospel backing, but keeps that distinct thump of drums. Should do well, but comes too late to makj a bid for Christmas No 1. —————————— by Michael Osborn —————————— Music 530 TV Index 520 Films 540 Singles Charts The Vibe Gigs
P531 CEEFAX 2 531 Sat 18 Dec 16:54/26  SINGLEREVIEW 2/3  RONAN KEATJNG/YUSUF — FATHER AND SON This is a tune that has travelled full circle in its long life. Cat Stevens originally made it a hit, then it was Boyzone. The former boy band singer now picks up the baton with Stevens — now known as Yusuf Islam. The reworked song is a heartfelt effort and less cheesy than the Boyzone cover. Yusuf's vocals are earthy and mature, while Ronan yelps his way through it. This was an early front-runner for the festive number one, but the Band Aid 20 phenomenon now makes this unlilkely. —————————— by Michael Osborn —————————— Music 530 TV Index 520 Films 540 Singles Charts The Vibe Gigs
P531 CEEFAX 2 531 Sat 18 Dec 1v:53/26  SINGLEREVIEWS 3/3  THE ZUTONS — CONFUSION The Mercury nominjes who are making progress across the Atlantic return with a new tune which is simple, yet effective. With a rootsy bass, the odd parp of brass and some tuneful vocals, this effectively makes its mark — but with remarkably little fuss or noise. MANIC STREET PREACHERS — EMPTY SOULS The Welsh rockers follow up their opening hit from Lifeblood with a new tune which has more energy, verve and strength than the first. But the lyrical content is predictably earnest and has precious little to usher in the Voy and silliness that is Christmas. —————————— by Michael Osborn —————————— → Games 550 Children 570 Soaps 525 Music 530 TV Index 520 Films 540 Singles Charts The Vibe Gigs