England Rugby League

Hearts of England

Jonathan Ansell’s new album ‘Forever’ is out on Monday 10 Nov. As the official singer for the England Rugby League team, you will have seen Jonathan sing our new anthem 'Hearts of England' which is featured on the album.
 
Following his debut album 'Tenor At The Movies' which launched his solo career, the young tenor is back with a stunning album packed with powerful ballads including the 'Who Wants to Live Forever', 'If You're Not the One' and classical hit 'Nessun Dorma'. It also features a sensational version of Sigur Ros' 'Hoppipolla'.
 
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Hearts Of England

A specially recorded England team anthem for the 2008 Rugby League World Cup has been produced. The rousing and inspiring song titled 'Hearts of England' has been performed by Jonathan. It has been produced by Universal Music in partnership with the RFL. Its lyrics capture the traditions and heartlands of Rugby League in this country as well as evoking the heroism and commitment of international teams competing on the world sporting stage. 'Hearts of England' was written and recorded in London earlier this year and will be released later this season at a time to be confirmed in due course.

Commenting on the new official England Rugby League team World Cup anthem, the RFL's Marketing Manager Phil Williams said, "We believe 'Hearts of England' is a tremendous piece of music which will quickly become synonymous with the England Rugby League team. 

"We feel it captures the excitement and passion associated with international Rugby League and will also be a great promotional tool for the sport as we work to get the English nation behind the team in the  the lead-up to forthcoming World Cup tournament.

"We are delighted to have had the opportunity to work with both Jonathan Ansell and Universal Music on this exciting project".

Williams added, "We believe supporters and music lovers will be genuinely captivated by 'Hearts of England and we look forward to announcing our exciting plans for the release the song later this year."

Jonathan also commented on his involvement in the project. He said: "Hearts of England is an uplifting anthem that I am proud to have recorded for the Rugby League World Cup.

"It's fantastic to be involved with Rugby League at this historic moment in its history, and I can't wait to get singing on the pitch before matches."

The England Rugby League team’s official World Cup anthem 'Hearts of England' will be available as a download later this year. The release date and full details of how to obtain it will be available in due course.

Visit Jonathan’s website www.jonathanansell.com