Take That today unveil the emotional video for ‘Pray’ (Odyssey Version), which sees the band delve into their personal archives for behind the scenes footage of their incredible journey. Watch here. ‘Pray’ (Odyssey Version) is taken from Take That’s brand new greatest hits album Odyssey, which is out today via Polydor. The album forms part of the band’s epic 30th anniversary celebrations, which will also see Gary, Mark and Howard head out on a landmark nationwide tour next year, cementing their status as the UK’s most successful live act of all time.
‘Pray’ was Take That’s first chart-topping single in the UK, back in 1993, and it’s therefore fitting that the video for their ‘reimagined’ version explores the incredible journey that the original track helped to kick-start. The archive footage, much of which is being seen for the first time, gives us a look behind the scenes of their hugely successful early years: the legions of screaming fans, the groundbreaking live shows, the 90’s haircuts, the outrageous outfits, the tour buses and planes, the photoshoots, and the little moments in between the madness, which offer a fascinating glimpse into the dynamic of 5 young friends taking on the world. We then fast-forward to the band’s record-breaking second coming, completing this most epic of cycles with the three bandmates standing triumphant on the edge of their next chapter.
2019 marks 30 years since 5 likely lads met in Manchester, forming Take That. Odyssey is a chronicling of their journey from humble beginnings to becoming one of the biggest boy bands of all time, before splitting up and then making a remarkable comeback, becoming even more successful in their second incarnation. “The story is, if you think about it, quite mad” says Howard. To use Owen’s words: “To tell the tale of the band, the history of what happened to us. If you only ever own one of them, this should be the definitive Take That record.”
The 2 CD LP is a mix of their biggest hits from the last 3 decades, interwoven with personal soundbites from across the years, which help to piece together this richest of musical tapestries. It will also include gorgeously ‘reimagined’ versions of their classics, giving fans the chance to hear their favourites in a new light, “but without spoiling what people loved about them in the first place” says Barlow. ‘Pray’ (Odyssey Version) is one of such ‘reimaginings’. The album also features 3 brand new tracks, including its first single ‘Out of Our Heads’, which came out last month. Watch the video here.
Gary Barlow, Howard Donald and Mark Owen are Take That in 2018 and continue the legacy of one of the most successful bands in British chart history. Formed as a five piece in 1989, they enjoyed immediate success with their first two albums charting at No.2 & No.1 respectively. Third album ‘Nobody Else’ confirmed their global domination, selling over six million copies and topping the charts in 11 countries. The departure of band member Robbie Williams prompted a break up in 1996 and nine years in the wilderness before the other four members reunited for 2005’s The Ultimate Tour. This sparked one of the greatest comebacks in British music history with Take That going on to release three No.1 albums in just four years. Robbie’s return for 2011’s ‘Progress’ saw them break the record for the fastest selling album of the 21st century and fastest selling tour of all time in the UK. Williams’ second departure, along with that of Jason Orange left the remaining three members to release ‘III’ and 2017’s ‘Wonderland’, which were certified platinum and gold respectively. Their longevity and ability to create relevant, timeless pop music has taken Take That to the summit of British pop music and ‘Odyssey’ will celebrate their place as the one of the world’s greatest ever bands.
Full Odyssey Album Tracklist TAKE THAT - ODYSSEY CD1: 1. Greatest Day (Odyssey Mix) 2. It Only Takes A Minute (Odyssey Mix) 3. These Days (Odyssey Mix) 4. Could It Be Magic (Odyssey Version) 5. Everything Changes (Odyssey Version) 6. Travel Interlude 7. Out Of Our Heads 8. A Million Love Songs (Odyssey Mix) 9. Sure (Odyssey Mix) 10. Love Ain’t Here Any More - featuring Boyz II Men (Odyssey Version) 11. Spin 12. Cry (Odyssey Mix) 13. Said It All (Odyssey Mix) 14. How Deep Is Your Love - featuring Barry Gibb (Odyssey Version) CD2: 1. Let's Do It Again Interlude 2. Patience (Odyssey Mix) 3. The Flood (Odyssey Mix) 4. Back For Good (Odyssey Mix) 5. Get Ready For It (Odyssey Alt Intro) 6. Everlasting 7. Giants (Odyssey Mix) 8. Shine (Odyssey Alt Intro) 9. Never Forget (Odyssey Version) 10. Relight My Fire – featuring Lulu (Odyssey Version) 11. Babe (Odyssey Version) 12. Pray (Odyssey Version) 13. Rule The World - (Odyssey Version)
Take That Greatest Hits Live 2019 dates:
Friday 12 April Sheffield FlyDSA Arena Saturday 13 April Sheffield FlyDSA Arena Monday 15 April Sheffield FlyDSA Arena Tuesday 16 April Sheffield FlyDSA Arena
Thursday 18 April Glasgow The SSE Hydro Friday 19 April Glasgow The SSE Hydro Saturday 20 April Glasgow The SSE Hydro
Monday 22 April Manchester Arena Tuesday 23 April Manchester Arena Thursday 25 April Manchester Arena Friday 26 April Manchester Arena Saturday 27 April Manchester Arena
Monday 29 April Dublin 3Arena Tuesday 30 April Dublin 3Arena
Thursday 02 May London The O2 Friday 03 May London The O2 Saturday 04 May London The O2 Sunday 05 May London The O2 Tuesday 07 May London The O2 Wednesday 08 May London The O2 ` Thursday 09 May London The O2 Friday 10 May London The O2
Sunday 12 May Birmingham Arena Monday 13 May Birmingham Arena Tuesday 14 May Birmingham Arena Thursday 16 May Birmingham Arena Friday 17 May Birmingham Arena Saturday 18 May Birmingham Arena Sunday 19 May Birmingham Arena
Thursday 23 May Milton Keynes Dons Saturday 25 May Southampton St Mary’s Stadium Sunday 26 May Southampton St Mary’s Stadium Tuesday 28 May Bristol City Ashton Gate Stadium Thursday 30 May Norwich Carrow Road Stadium Saturday 01 June Middlesbrough Riverside Stadium Tuesday 04 June Huddersfield John Smith Stadium Thursday 06 June Liverpool Anfield Stadium Saturday 08 June Cardiff Principality Stadium
