1 comments about Christmas Gonzo Style.

1. This CD is a must for JJW fans, but virtually anyone will enjoy it. In his trademark laid-back style, Jerry Jeff presents many of the old standards, but somehow manages to make each one refreshing. A few of the lyrics have been "tweaked", making them a little more Western, a litle more bawdy and a lot more fun. But even the songs delivered straight sound fresh. All in all, listening to this project feels like being invited into JJW's living room on a holiday evening to be entertained by him and some very talented (and fun) friends.

No comments about Christmas with Julie Andrews.

4 comments about A Colt .45 Christmas.

1. Great CD for all of the afroman fans out there, its great comedy, with parodies from all sorts of christmas songs, i would definately recommend it for a christmas gift to any afroman fans or anyone who likes parody.



2. What is this garbage? Don't get me wrong, I am all for humerous christmas releases... and some of them have been pretty funny. This I find hardly amuzing and it makes the novelty of parody seem to wear thin. Condoning violence, drug use, and other wayward activities all wrapped under christmas packaging is hardly "festive" and nothing can hide the fact that this is simply put: trash.
   Skip it.



3. Afroman is just an amazing artist. And this is HIS take on xmas. Its nice 2 hear a rapper focus more on having fun instead of being so serious all the time.



4. Afroman stays true to form while making parodies of christmas songs. Definately give me the christmas spirit. My faves are "Police Blow My Wad", and "Let Her Blow". I recommend this cd to any Afroman fan, or anyone looking for a funny christmas cd.

No comments about Kids Mix Hip Hop Holiday.

5 comments about Wolcum Yule: Celtic and British Songs and Carols - Anonymous 4 with Andrew Lawrence-King.

1. This is a remarkable quartet, singing with purity and style, from the haunting to the merry, medieval chant to modern settings of Celtic religious texts. Where there are arrangements, they are lovely and the instrumental pieces are simple and beautiful. This is the first time I have heard this group of women, and I am enchanted. It's a cappella at its very best: look to your laurels, King's Singers and Chanticleer, here come the ladies!



2. Anonymous 4 has brought us a beautiful selection of 19 traditional songs from England, Wales, Scotland and Ireland. These include a lesser known work by Henry VIII as well as more contemporary songs by John Tavener, Richard Bennett, Geoffrey Burgon and Benjamin Britten, and a piece commissioned for the group from Peter Davies. Andrew Lawrence-King accompanies on Irish harp, Baroque harp and psaltery. There is a short essay on the traditions and legacy of the concept of Yule, a Cetic midwinter celebration, and this and the informative liner notes are given in English, French and German, accompanied by Celtic drawings.

   The songs are pure, simple and very beautiful -- a welcome addition to your holiday listening.




3. The recording is fine . . . it just didn't appeal to me personally



4. Very pretty with vocals and insturmentals. However, if you're looking for something that's actually Pagan and has Yule carols keep looking.



5. As usual, Anonymous 4 has researched (usually one year) and compiled an album of music that flows as if the pieces were written to be performed together. The musicality and the pitch is impeccable. Those who gave few stars to this recording and performance are commenting with regard to personal preference rather than truly rating this wonderful performance. These women research, arrange and perform historic pieces that present programs in a set time period. Lovely, just lovely. As a musician, I find no fault with this compilation.

No comments about Soulful Christmas 2.

5 comments about Winter Song.

1. While there are other CDs by John Tesh that I thoroughly enjoy, this CD is definitely my favorite. The music is very relaxing, soothing, peaceful, and makes for excellent study music. The CD is a mix of classical tunes and original modern tunes by Tesh. The CD includes classical guitar, grand piano, and full orchestration. Every song has it's own life and there is a nice texture and range to the music. The CD includes songs from Bach, Corelli, Bisharat, Puccini, and more. It also contains 2 original songs by Tesh; "Dear Unknown," and "Goodnight Marie." If you are wanting a CD that contains peaceful classical type music which also has a slight Christmas or winter atmosphere to it, then this is the best CD out there that I am aware of. Just sample some of the songs for yourself.



2. This is great music to fall asleep to, read a book to, or snuggle up by a cozy fire. It is warm and pleasant. Brings out nostalgic feelings. I recommend this to any fan of good music.



3. This compilation of music is so amazing. I can fall asleep listening to this music at night, and I usually wake up in the middle of the night and turn it on again so I sleep better. It is so relaxing to listen to, and you can do ANYTHING while you are listening to it. Studying, homework, papers...even cleaning your house; it is great!



4. This is the most beautiful CD I have ever listened to and have purchased it for many friends, at thier request.It suits any occasion and it can be the most important sound in the room or it can mellow into the group that you dont even realize it is on until you realize you are humming along.Don't risk not being able to get this wonderful compelation. Truthfully Tesh's best work!



5. this would be the one I would choose. John Tesh does in incredibly haunting rendition of these classical masterpieces! It is simply a stunningly beautiful piece of music.
   
   Inevitably people ask about this cd each time I play it.
   
   This is a must have!
   
   This is John Tesh at his best. It doesn't get any better!

1 comments about My First Christmas with You.

1. In My First Christmas With You, gifted pianist Jim Wilson presents a superbly performed and memorable collection that encompasses traditional melodies, two new tunes and three vocal renditions. Highly recommended for any Christmas season musical collection, Jim Wilson's My First Christmas With You includes: Doxology/Little Drummer Boy (4:12); Greensleeves (2:50); Silent Night (4:23); My First Christmas With You (3:02); God Rest ye Merry Gentlemen - featuring a vocal by Dan Fogelberg (4:37); River (4:14); Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas - vocal by Stephen Bishop (3:20); O Come All Ye Faithful (3:10); O Holy Night (4:40); Aspenglow (3:00); My First Christmas with You - vocal duet by Jim Wilson and Marilyn Martin (3:03); and River - a bonus radio mix featuring Everette Harp (4:02).

5 comments about All On A Wintry Night: A Judy Collins Christmas.

1. This is a perfectly lovely Xmas CD, and if you are fond of Judy Collins, by all means, purchase it. However, I am rather annoyed that it is largly a rehash of her 1994 "Come Rejoice -- A Judy Collins Chrsitmas" CD. Only a couple of songs are different... and I was all excited when my Amazon alert for Judy collins appeared in my mailbox!



2. All in all, a superior holiday collection. Judy's lovely voice and beautiful arrangements add to the intelligent choice of tunes, including some Collins compositions and the wonderful, seldom-heard Cherry Tree Carol. This collection was previously released in the mid-90s, minus a couple of the songs, as Come Rejoice: A Judy Collins Christmas. With the new tunes added (including a duet with Tyne Daly) it makes for a nice debut for Judy's own record label. There are a couple of vocal flaws on this one but the album's beauty overwhelms any problems. Also reccomended: Judy's other recent holiday CD and video, Christmas at the Biltmore Estate.



3. This collection of Judy's Christmas music (a modified version of her 1994 album) includes a few obvious choices - I'll be home for Christmas, Away in a manger, Joy to the world, Let it snow and Silent night - but also includes many less obvious somgs, some very obscure.

   Good King Wenceslas does not appear on too many American Christmas albums, leading me to believe that it is more popular in Europe. Rarer still in America is In the bleak midwinter, one of the most beautiful carols ever written, linking the seasonal weather with the spiritual and religious aspects of Christmas. The original 1994 album did not include this song.
   
   The other new songs not on the 1994 album are The blizzard (a song Judy wrote) and The Wexford Carol - a traditional song that isn't heard very often these days. The cherry tree carol is another lovely song that is heard all too rarely these days.

   Judy wrote two other songs here - the uplifting Come rejoice! and the more reflective Song for Sarejevo, written at a time of great troubles in the former Yugoslavia.

   This is a lovely Christmas album, to be played in quieter moments or on a car journey.




4. I would have to agree, to an extent, with the first customer reviewer who posted a review on this CD back in 2000. Caveat emptor: this Christmas CD is essentially a modified re-release of the 1994 album COME REJOICE. Completists may feel the need to own both, but many who have the earlier recording may feel cheated if they order this without first checking the playlist or reading reviews.
   
   I own both but felt I could justify that buying decision in that my copy of COME REJOICE is a cassette. The difference in format made all the difference. I'm glad that I did, the new tracks are lovely additions, although I miss some of the songs left out on the new revised version. (Where's "The Little Road to Bethlehem"?) Still the beautiful duet on "In the Bleak Mid-Winter" with actress Tyne Daly (who knew?) alone could almost justify a re-purchase.
   
   And of course, there's Judy's new classic "The Blizzard." which while not quite a holiday song, is certainly "wintry" enough to merit inclusion here. Along with the somber "Christmas In Sarajevo," which Judy wrote for the '94 release, incorporating quotes from children who actually lived through the horror of that war, this Collins composition adds a certain depth to this release, one often lacking in holiday albums. It's very unlikely, for instance, that either of these tracks will be make the holiday playlists of most commercial radio stations.
   
   I notice that at least one reviewer has commented the difficulty Judy seems to have hitting some of the high notes on this CD. It is true that there are moments that her once near perfect soprano seems to falter, something that happens to nearly all singers as they age, but for the most part it's remarkable how pure and crystalline her voice still is at this point in her career. Probably the best description I've ever heard to describe the quality of Judy Collins' vocals in her prime was that they were "silvery." Precisely. And there's still plenty of silver there today. "Cherry Tree Carol," "Silent Night," and the aformentioned "Blizzard" and "Christmas in Sarajevo" serve as proof that her vocals still shimmer.
   



5. as I was strawling from my lake side log cabin on a clear spring morning to the car through a small wood, with my ghetto blaster hanging from my shoulder, I pushed the play buttton of the thing and clear crisp sounds of
   christmas filled the air with breath taking touch wich anyone within the
   hearing distance was welcome to enjoy...

1 comments about Noel.

1. I can't believe how cheap this cd is. It's a collection of some of the best contemporary artists doing incredible arrangements of these Christmas classics. I have trouble singing O Come, O Come Emmanuel in church any more because I want to sing it the way it is done on this CD - it is so much better.
   
   The low price on this CD makes me think about picking up a second copy as a backup to the one I have now. I mean it is just crazy to get music of this quality for 2 or 3 dollars.