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Article: THE MATURING OF GEORGE MICHAEL
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- The Record (Bergen County, NJ)
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- May 31, 1996
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MARY DeCICCO
The Record (Bergen County, NJ)
05-31-1996
THE MATURING OF GEORGE MICHAEL
By MARY DeCICCO
Date: 05-31-1996, Friday
Section: LIFESTYLE / PREVIEWS
Edition: All Editions -- 3 Star, 2 Star P, 2 Star B, 1 Star Late, 1 Star Early
Column: QUICK SPINS
George Michael, "Older" (DreamWorks Records; running time: 54:31,
11 tracks) @@@
An unsuccessful court battle with his former record label, Sony,
put George Michael out of circulation for about five years, but his
ability to craft catchy pop and jazzy ballads has not diminished.
He teased fans in January with the lovely, moody "Jesus to a
Child," about a lover "heaven sent and heaven stole." A full collection,
including that song and others ...