Albums Produced by Sam Watters (Music Guide) - Spirit, 3 Words, in a Perfect World..., All I Ever Wanted, Battlefield, Irresistible (Paperback)

Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Commentary (music and lyrics not included). Pages: 24. Chapters: Spirit, 3 Words, In a Perfect World..., All I Ever Wanted, Battlefield, Irresistible, Freak of Nature, Not That Kind, Thankful, Pieces of a Dream, A.D.D., Just Like You, Sweet Kisses, This Is the Remix. Excerpt: Spirit is the debut album by British singer Leona Lewis, released by Syco Music in November 2007 in the United Kingdom and Ireland, followed by a worldwide release during early 2008. After winning the third series of reality singing contest The X Factor in December 2006, Lewis began recording the album in Sweden, UK and the United States, working with a variety of writers and producers. Critics praised the album for creating a contemporary album using such a variety of producers, and for showcasing Lewis's voice, though criticised her saying she lacked "personality." The release of the album marked Lewis as the first winner of a major television talent show in both the UK and USA to be given a major global launch with a debut album. The album debuted at number one in nine countries, including the United Kingdom, United States and Germany, and peaked in the top five in a further eight countries. It held the record for the biggest digital album sales in a week ever for a new artist. The album was the 6th biggest selling of 2008 in the world, as according to the IFPI. It has gone on to sell over seven million copies worldwide including the deluxe edition. Spirit spawned seven singles, including two from a re-release of the album. Lead international single "Bleeding Love" went on to top the charts in 34 countries, becoming one of the best selling singles by a female of all time. It was nominated for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance and Record of the Year at the 51st Grammy Awards, and British Single at the 2008 BRIT Awards. Followup single "Better in Time" also fared ...