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A special gift from John Barrowman to you
Published Thursday, Feb 11 2010, 11:50 GMT | By Neil Wilkes | 51 comments
It's hardly a secret that we're big fans of John 'quadruple threat' Barrowman here at Tube Talk, and over the last year, it's become apparent that he quite likes us too. And today he comes bearing gifts!
Exclusively for TT readers, JB's given us the first listen to 'The Doctor And I', a track recorded for the iTunes version of his upcoming album John Barrowman. The song is a reworking of 'The Wizard And I' from the musical Wicked.
"I first sang this version of the song at a concert in Wales for, amongst others, David Tennant and Russell T. Davies," John tells us, "and they loved it. Which is why it's on this album. We've given it new lyrics to make the song relevant to Captain Jack and his relationship with the Doctor. It’s quirky, it's funny and it's really good. I'm terribly proud of it."
Hit 'play' below to listen to the preview:
John Barrowman's John Barrowman, which features JOHN BARROWMAN singing classic showtunes, is released on March 1. Click here to preorder now.
What do you think of 'The Doctor And I'? Add your comments to this entry below!
Exclusively for TT readers, JB's given us the first listen to 'The Doctor And I', a track recorded for the iTunes version of his upcoming album John Barrowman. The song is a reworking of 'The Wizard And I' from the musical Wicked.
"I first sang this version of the song at a concert in Wales for, amongst others, David Tennant and Russell T. Davies," John tells us, "and they loved it. Which is why it's on this album. We've given it new lyrics to make the song relevant to Captain Jack and his relationship with the Doctor. It’s quirky, it's funny and it's really good. I'm terribly proud of it."
Hit 'play' below to listen to the preview:
John Barrowman's John Barrowman, which features JOHN BARROWMAN singing classic showtunes, is released on March 1. Click here to preorder now.
What do you think of 'The Doctor And I'? Add your comments to this entry below!
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Miss Audrey Emerson. Barnsley south Yorkshire. U K ., on March 25th, 2010
I love this song. I just wish I could a copy of it. I've got the new cd but it's not on it. John is a great singer. All the best John, love Audrey.sutton
I love this song. I just wish I could a copy of it. I've got the new cd but it's not on it. John is a great singer. All the best John, love Audrey.sutton
Natasha, Portsmouth, on March 3rd, 2010
I remember when he did it live at his cincert last year it was funny and great and still is, cant wait to get this album.
I remember when he did it live at his cincert last year it was funny and great and still is, cant wait to get this album.
suzy australia, on March 1st, 2010
you are kidding right?! how terrible was that!
you are kidding right?! how terrible was that!
Vicki, Bristol, on February 24th, 2010
I am soooo happy that John is releasing a recording of this song! I am a massive fan of John, Torchwood and Doctor Who and the musical Wicked, and I saw him perform a version of this at his concert in Bristol a couple of years ago!! I loved it and have been telling people about it ever since so to finally be able to have it to listen to whenever I like will be amazing! Yay!
I am soooo happy that John is releasing a recording of this song! I am a massive fan of John, Torchwood and Doctor Who and the musical Wicked, and I saw him perform a version of this at his concert in Bristol a couple of years ago!! I loved it and have been telling people about it ever since so to finally be able to have it to listen to whenever I like will be amazing! Yay!
Matty Leeds, on February 20th, 2010
I love John Barrowman but this is possibly the worst song I've ever heard - tacky, simplistic and entrely lack lustre. Shame on you Mr Barrowman!
I love John Barrowman but this is possibly the worst song I've ever heard - tacky, simplistic and entrely lack lustre. Shame on you Mr Barrowman!
Carole Arnold, Chichester, on February 19th, 2010
Really loved it!
Really loved it!
Sandy, Maryland, on February 19th, 2010
I wish I could order the Itunes version of JB new album so I could get this as well as the rest of the new album. Can't wait for March 1st
I wish I could order the Itunes version of JB new album so I could get this as well as the rest of the new album. Can't wait for March 1st
Zoe Watford, Essex, UK, on February 16th, 2010
A funny rendition of 'The Wizard & I'. Obviously nothing can beat the original but that clearly isn't what John is trying to do. Just a bit of fun, right? And a grand farewell to David. <3
A funny rendition of 'The Wizard & I'. Obviously nothing can beat the original but that clearly isn't what John is trying to do. Just a bit of fun, right? And a grand farewell to David. <3
caz croft -holyhead,anglesey,gwynedd, on February 15th, 2010
john barrowman is amazing in everything he does ,as well as being such a brillant guy ,he writes ,acts ,sings &when being interviewed he knows -when & how to give his best ,if you do get this ,please tell him that my partener &i think hes the tops ,fantastic . & all the very best to john &scott & all their famlies caz x[north wales ]but kettle always on &a trully real welsh welcome thank you john for everything you do ,we have 2 sets [dvds]of torchwood [in case one lot gets worn out !!!!! & we are 58&61 years young caz
john barrowman is amazing in everything he does ,as well as being such a brillant guy ,he writes ,acts ,sings &when being interviewed he knows -when & how to give his best ,if you do get this ,please tell him that my partener &i think hes the tops ,fantastic . & all the very best to john &scott & all their famlies caz x[north wales ]but kettle always on &a trully real welsh welcome thank you john for everything you do ,we have 2 sets [dvds]of torchwood [in case one lot gets worn out !!!!! & we are 58&61 years young caz
Cybilla, NY, on February 14th, 2010
Well done! I am so envious of anyone who's seen JB onstage in a musical!
Well done! I am so envious of anyone who's seen JB onstage in a musical!
Nigee, Shropshire, on February 14th, 2010
Crap. Self Indulgent horse crap. Get over yourself!
Crap. Self Indulgent horse crap. Get over yourself!
Isy, Bristol, on February 14th, 2010
I love it!! Cannot wait to hear the whole album!
I love it!! Cannot wait to hear the whole album!
Kate H London, on February 13th, 2010
PMSL!!! I love it, Wicked is an amazing musical and I love JB and Doctor Who...what a brilliant idea, I wonder if it was Johns?
PMSL!!! I love it, Wicked is an amazing musical and I love JB and Doctor Who...what a brilliant idea, I wonder if it was Johns?
emma , cheshire uk , on February 13th, 2010
love it ...
love it ...
Henley-on-thames Dorothy, on February 13th, 2010
not too bad but looking forward to listen to whole album !
not too bad but looking forward to listen to whole album !
neerod Germany, on February 13th, 2010
useless imo but anyway I can think of a lot of ppl who surely will buy this one I wouldn't.
useless imo but anyway I can think of a lot of ppl who surely will buy this one I wouldn't.
Jim Hertwig, Plano, Tx, USA, on February 13th, 2010
I don't know if it was a problem with my server or not, but the audio quality was so absolutely terrible that I could just barely tell that there was a vocal with the music. Was it that bad for everyone?
I don't know if it was a problem with my server or not, but the audio quality was so absolutely terrible that I could just barely tell that there was a vocal with the music. Was it that bad for everyone?
LINDA ..SHEFFIELD, on February 12th, 2010
ABSOLUTELY JOHN.....BRILIANT AND TO BE ABLE TO LISTEN TO IT AGAIN AND AGAIN WONDERFUL
ABSOLUTELY JOHN.....BRILIANT AND TO BE ABLE TO LISTEN TO IT AGAIN AND AGAIN WONDERFUL
Peridot, Florida, USA, on February 12th, 2010
This is a lovely tribute! I especially liked the 'defabricate' phrase in the lyrics. Well done! Thanks for sharing this with us.
This is a lovely tribute! I especially liked the 'defabricate' phrase in the lyrics. Well done! Thanks for sharing this with us.
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Loved the song it was great for john to make it "special" for us Dr Who/Torchwood fans..Yea for John..