"SI" (2xLP) – LP

The most successful classical artist in the world, Andrea Bocelli, releases Sì, his first album of new material in 14 years – a celebration of love, family, faith and hope. Bocelli recorded the album at his home in Italy, working with legendary producer Bob Ezrin, who has previously collaborated with Pink Floyd and Lou Reed. "I wanted to go back to my memories of being a young man, playing the piano in a bar. Since then, I have produced many albums, sung many covers and performed on countless occasions. I told myself that the time has come to put all my efforts into creating brand new songs," says Bocelli, explaining how the album came about.

"Sì is an album about heart and soul, positivity and family, melody and magic. In this day and age, we say no all too often. But yes is the word we say when we first kiss, when we agree with someone, when we want to make someone happy. Yes (Sì) is an expression of positivity, strength and emotion," Bocelli adds.

The first single, If Only, came out on 15 June in three languages, with the English version gaining almost 300000 views on YouTube. The single was co-written by Francesco Sartori and Lucio Quarantotto, the duo behind Bocelli's biggest hit Con Te Partirò, which was released twenty years ago and became one of the best-selling singles of all time.

During a career that has made him one of the biggest stars in modern music history, Andrea Bocelli has performed for popes, presidents and royalty. He has graced the stages of the world's most prestigious concert halls and opera houses, selling over 80 million records. His accolades include a Golden Globe, seven BRIT Awards and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. He has collaborated with artists such as Ed Sheeran, Ariana Grande, Jennifer Lopez, Tony Bennett and Céline Dion.