Vh1 Behind the Music: The Julian Lennon Collection

I recently rediscovered Julian Lennon after watching "Mr. Holland's Opus" on TV one night and went out to purchase the soundtrack. It was then that I found the song "Cole's Song" on that album, which I absolutely love. Granted he only co-wrote the lyrics (the music is by Michael Kamen); but the way he sang the song was wonderful! I could listen to it over and over and never get bored of it.So then I went in search of his albums in stores and was starting to understand his frustration of constantly being in his dad's shadow...because I could find a million copies of John Lennon albums on the racks...but Julian Lennon? NO! NOT ONE! UGH! :/ So...still wanting to purchase his music, I was then on a mission, going online to do my purchasing instead, and came across this "Greatest Hits" album put together by VH1 and I absolutely LOVE IT!!!All you John Lennon and/or Beatles fans out there are probably going to hate me for saying this...But I actually prefer Julian's style and use of a wide vocal range to his dad's way of singing. OK. I have to admit that I do like many of The Beatles songs and I do like some of John Lennon songs...but I think that Julian is a very under-appreciated singer/song writer. He is a wonderful music artist in his own right; and my personal opinion is that if he hadn't had to live under the scrutiny of everyone's expectations for him to be a clone of his dad...which of course he IS NOT...He is his own person...I think he would have been much more highly respected in the music industry. And we would have seen a lot more of him over the years. Ok. Now that I've said my peace, I will step down off of my soap box on that subject.I understand that he is currently working on releasing another album soon (straight from the horse's mouth on his official website) WOOHOO! I am now patiently awaiting its release. :)I am just so glad he is writing again. I read at one point, he became so frustrated with the whole music industry that he just decided to throw in the towel. How sad. But then he just couldn't get writing music out of his system and released "Photograph Smile" after 7 years. And WOW! I am listening to the song "Photograph Smile" right now on the album I purchased. What a beautiful song.Anyway...I suspect you all have now gotten the idea that this is an album I highly recommend. If you purchase it, I assure you that you will not be disappointed.

In a day and age of the video star with little or no real musical talent who some how manages to still sell millions, this album is as refreshing as a cool breeze. I have not stopped listening to it since I got it. The best tracks are Julian's later stuff, after he developed his own sound and is not just an imitation of his 'famous DNA donor' (I won't say Father, because Lennon certainly was no father to Julian)I highly recommend it for anyone over the age of 20, who likes serious music about serious topics like Saltwater (an awesome song about the earth) to dance able tunes like I Don't Wanna Know.One last thing-contrary to another reviewer Julian has lost NONE of his sex appeal- he is hotter now more than ever!

Like most music albums. A couple of hits and filler songs to complete the album. You can definitely hear some John Lennon in Julian’s voice. And that’s never a bad thing. I would recommend.

This is the one to purchase if you're looking for a CD that includes all his best songs from '84 thru '99.Inspite of all the challenges he faced during his youth Julian has lots of talent as a songwriter and has become his own man. Some of his music does sound a bit like his dad. Why should that be a problem? The lyrics and melodies are all his own. He sings about feelings we can all relate to: loss, frustration, love, longing, hope, transformation.

If you are a fan - you must get a copy of this CD. It's really wonderful.

This is like listening to John Lennon singing Genesis throwaways. A few quality songs ("Too Late For Goodbyes" and "Valotte" being the best) save this from one star in my book.Julian's game efforts give it another star. He had an impossibly high mark to hit because of his name, but there's a reason why Julian never achieved even close to the acclaim of his father. This collection is best for those who love John Lennon's voice and the vast, synthstrings-and-drums-drenched-in-reverb 80s sound.

I got this cd for my sister as a surprise Xmas gift. She loves it!

The CD was fine, guys. Why I need to put down more words is beyond me. I am a fan restoring a collection so I know the tunes anyhow.