George Michael Fans – This Is For YOU!

Make sure you are listening this afternoon after 3pm for a version of George Michael’s “Careless Whisper” that has never been heard before.

A live version of the legendary song has just been released and it’s magic.

I know I am not the only one who is and has been a fan of George Michael.  Wham! too.  So this is a pretty cool thing to come across today.

Careless Whisper is celebrating it’s 40 year anniversary – (hard to believe) – and to recognize the milestone, a previously unreleased live version of the song has just been released as part of a new EP.  The performance comes from the infamous Madison Square Garden in New York City.  July 23rd, 2008.  George Michael was on the road with his 25 Live tour.  He travelled the world, selling out arenas and stadiums, performing to over 1.3 million fans around the world.  This performance was the first time he performed in front of a New York audience after his 17-year hiatus.

Careless Whisper by itself is such an iconic song.  The saxophones.  The whole vibe.  But when you get to hear it LIVE, with George Michael connecting with the crowd, and you hear the crowd singing the song back to him – it’s a whole new experience and a whole new love of the song.

It’s one of my favourites already, but I love this version so much more.  It just makes us miss George Michael even more.

The new EP, to celebrate the legacy of George Michael’s iconic hit single is out now which includes newly mastered versions of the original single, the extended mix and instrumental.

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This post was written by Carrie Buchanan