No Ordinary World

Joe Cocker's seventeenth studio album, released at the very end of the millennium under the auspices of the renowned Parlophone label, is a mature, production-perfect achievement that fully emphasizes the full power and depth of Cocker's vocals. This European CD release brings an extraordinary synergy of pop-rock, modern blues and soul ballads, creating a soundscape that exudes elegance and raw passion.

Through twelve carefully selected songs, Cocker once again proves his undeniable skill of interpretation. The album opens with an exceptionally dynamic cover of the legendary hit single "First We Take Manhattan" by Leonard Cohen, while he reaches emotional heights in the song "She Believes In Me", where Bryan Adams joins him as a backing vocalist and co-writer. The release also features a superb cover of the Steve Winwood classic "While You See A Chance", as well as the title track that captivates with rich string arrangements and layered production.

The sumptuous and modern sound is also due to the team of top producers, led by Steve Power and Peter John Vettese, with guest appearances by a number of prominent studio musicians. It is an indispensable part of any serious collection of classic rock artists.