Take Two (Robson & Jerome album)
Take Two is the second studio album by the English pop duo Robson & Jerome, released in 1996. The duo consisted of actors Robson Green and Jerome Flynn, who gained widespread fame through their roles in the ITV series Soldier Soldier.
Background and Context Robson Green and Jerome Flynn first achieved musical success after performing "Unchained Melody" on Soldier Soldier, which led to a recording contract with Simon Cowell's BMG label. Their self-titled debut album, Robson & Jerome, released in 1995, became the fastest-selling debut album in UK history at the time and featured several chart-topping singles. Take Two was quickly released in 1996 to capitalize on their immense popularity, continuing their formula of covering classic pop and easy-listening songs.
Release and Commercial Performance Released in 1996, Take Two continued the duo's commercial success, debuting at number one on the UK Albums Chart. It became another multi-platinum selling album, solidifying Robson & Jerome's status as one of the most successful musical acts in the United Kingdom during the mid-1990s. The album's release was accompanied by significant media attention and strong fan anticipation following the success of their first album and singles.
Musical Style and Content Similar to their debut, Take Two is a collection of cover versions of well-known songs, predominantly from the pop and ballad genres. The album featured lush orchestral arrangements and showcased the vocal harmonies of Green and Flynn. Tracks on the album included renditions of songs such as "What Becomes of the Brokenhearted," "Saturday Night at the Movies," and "I Believe." The musical style aimed to appeal to a broad mainstream audience with its nostalgic and accessible sound.
Singles The album produced successful singles, most notably "What Becomes of the Brokenhearted," which also achieved high chart positions in the UK.
Legacy Take Two marked the continuation of Robson & Jerome's brief but highly impactful musical career. Although the duo's recording career was short-lived, their two albums and associated singles achieved extraordinary commercial success, making them a significant phenomenon in 1990s British pop music. The album remains a representation of their chart dominance during that period.