1998 in British music soprano Charlotte Church produced her first album, "Voice of an Angel", which was certified triple platinum in UK sales alone, and launched her career as an opera crossover artist. Her countryman, rising star Bryn Terfel, gave a recital at Carnegie Hall. Established opera singer Lesley Garrett released her hit album of the same name, including songs from popular musicals as well as operatic arias. Sales between 29 December 1997 and 2 January 1999. Sales between 29 December 1997 and 2 January 1999. Notes: Sales between 29 December 1997 and 2 January 1999. The 1998 BRIT Awards winners were: 1998 in
Black Angel (album) Black Angel (album) Black Angel is the fourth studio album by British singer-songwriter Mica Paris. It was released on August 10, 1998 by Cooltempo / Chrysalis, her first and last for these labels. This album was Paris' last album to chart in the UK Top 200 to date and features production from Boy George and Raphael Saadiq The album has received acclaim from critics and purchasers, giving top marks and scores upon reviewing the album. Many have complimented the vocal delivery that Paris provides on the album and the state that the felt the 'connection' Mica had with the songs.