{"title":"Gilbert O'Sullivan","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGilbert O’Sullivan is an Irish singer-songwriter who was born on December 1, 1946 in Waterford, Ireland. At the age of 11, he moved with his family to Swindon, England where he began playing guitar, piano and drums. After finishing Swindon Art College, Gilbert relocated to London in 1967 to pursue his musical career. He released his first singles that year and slowly gained success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThroughout his career, Gilbert O’Sullivan has achieved significant recognition for his songwriting abilities. He received three Ivor Novello Awards, including Songwriter of the Year in 1973. Additionally, he played a pivotal role in establishing the practice of sample clearance after successfully suing rapper \u003ci\u003e[artist]\u003c\/i\u003e in 1991 for unauthorized use of a part of Gilbert’s hit song \"Alone Again (Naturally)\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn terms of chart success, Gilbert O’Sullivan has had a remarkable career. Eleven of his albums have charted in the UK Top 100 with four reaching the Top 10 and one album even reaching No.1 on the charts in January 1973. His albums have collectively spent over 200 weeks on the UK music charts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen it comes to single and EP releases, Gilbert has had sixteen songs charting in the UK music charts. Seven of these songs reached positions within the Top 10 with two songs claiming the No.1 spot\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"driven","title":"Driven","description":"\u003cp\u003eGilbert O’Sullivan, one of the greatest singer-songwriters of his generation returns with his new studio album, following the release of his Ethan Johns-produced, self-titled 2018 album.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGilbert’s twentieth studio album finds him working with a new producer, the revered Andy Wright (Simple Minds, Simply Red, Eurythmics and Jeff Beck) recording with a full band at London’s famous RAK Studios. The direction of the album is an organic and raw affair, featuring a mix of ballads as well as upbeat songs, all written by an inimitable master craftsman. In a unique addition to this new album, Gilbert O’Sullivan has collaborated on duets with Mick Hucknall (Simply Red) and KT Tunstall. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGilbert O’Sullivan’s unique blend of melodic craftsmanship, witty wordplay, topical acuity and surrealist humour has given him an enduring and endearing career. His song writing knack has outlived and transcended fashion, global million-sellers, critical acclaim, and an occasional tendency to reclusiveness. Now recognised as one of our great singer-songwriters, he’s been championed in recent years by everyone from Paul Weller, Nina Simone, Mick Hucknall, Squeeze’s Difford \u0026amp; Tilbrook, Neil Diamond to Gary Barlow (whose Crooner Sessions Gilbert duetted on earlier this year), Empire Of The Sun, Boy George and The Charlatans’ Tim Burgess whose acclaimed The Listening Party recently featured Gilbert’s \u003ci\u003eHimself \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eBack To Front \u003c\/i\u003ealbums.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGilbert O’Sullivan’s career has spanned 50 years. His first single success Nothing Rhymed was released in 1970 and almost overnight it achieved Top 10 status In the UK and Europe charts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHis debut album \u003ci\u003eHimself\u003c\/i\u003e was littered with the most perfect examples of his art and craftsmanship. His second 1972 “Back To Front” firmly cemented Gilbert amongst the world’s best. Top 10 singles and no. 1’s around the world including the classic “Alone Again (Naturally)” which topped the US charts for six weeks and earned him three Grammy nominations.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BMG","offers":[{"title":"Clear | LP","offer_id":50382487388491,"sku":"1150839","price":27.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"LP","offer_id":50382486864203,"sku":"1150838","price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"CD","offer_id":50382487060811,"sku":"1150835","price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/8cc19c74-0750-4d63-80c1-ee32e90db892_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1726251148"},{"product_id":"the-best-of","title":"The Best Of","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Best Of \u003c\/i\u003eis the ultimate celebration of Gilbert O’Sullivan. 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Recorded at Lafayette, King’s Cross in late 2023. The album features long-time friend, Bill Shanley on acoustic guitar, electric guitar and backing vocals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe album features paired down versions of classic songs such as “Alone Again (Naturally)”, “Clair” and “Get Down”.  This is the first time “Alone Again (Naturally)” has been re-recorded since it’s original release in 1971! There is also a brand new track specifically recorded for this album, entitled “A Kiss is A Kiss”. This newly recorded album is a reminder to both existing fans and potential fans that Gilbert O’Sullivan really is, the songwriter’s songwriter. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGilbert has been championed in recent years by everyone from Paul Weller, Nina Simone, Mick Hucknall, Squeeze’s Difford and Tilbrook, Neil Diamond to Gary Barlow (whose Crooner Sessions Gilbert duetted on a few years ago), The Charlatans’ Tim Burgess, Empire Of The Sun and Boy George.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Union Square Music","offers":[{"title":"Black LP","offer_id":50452742537547,"sku":"2215771","price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"CD","offer_id":50452742209867,"sku":"2215770","price":11.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/Songbook_0e3f92e7_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1727162655"},{"product_id":"on-the-record","title":"On the Record","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGilbert O'Sullivan\u003c\/b\u003e returns with \u003ci\u003eOn The Record\u003c\/i\u003e, a new studio album from one of Britain’s most enduring songwriters. 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