Laura Pausini – Greatest Hits

She’s been a star across continental Europe for two decades yet Laura Pausini is still a relative unknown in Australia. But as shown by her upcoming concert at the Qantas Credit Union Arena (formerly the Sydney Entertainment Centre) she’s picked up a fair few local fans, with thousands of Sydneysiders willing to part with their money to see her live. This collection underscores why.

Pausini has a fine voice and excels at well-crafted, catchy pop songs sung mainly in Italian and Portuguese. There’s even a duet with our Kylie – Limpido, a number one single in Italy last year. (PH)

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