Having the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra backup these Rod Stewart classics is a fantastic idea. The gorgeous strings enhance the songs and give them an enjoyable heft. Surprisingly, Stewart’s gravelly voice with the wall to wall sound makes for joyous glee. My favorite Forever Young is pure wow. And these songs that we’ve heard hundreds of time get a refreshing spin—Maggie May, Reason to Believe, Downtown Train, Tonight’s the Night, and The Young Turks never sounded better.

Rod Stewart – You’re In My Heart (The Final Acclaim) (with The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra) – YouTube

Rod Stewart – Wikipedia