STYLE: Southern Gospel RATING OUR PRODUCT CODE: 153625-22539 LABEL: Gaither Music Group SHD8934 FORMAT: CD Album RELEASE DATE: 2014-09-30 RRP: £7.99
Reviewed by Dave Brassington
Longtime Gaither singer Penrod here weighs in with 15 tracks of Christmas fare with secular ditties lie "Sleigh Ride", "Winter Wonderland" and "White Christmas" with some of the more traditional Christian items, such as "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing", "Silent Night, Holy Night", "Away In A Manger" and "O Holy Night". I particularly enjoyed "Tennessee Christmas" accompanied by Amy Grant and her husband Vince Gill, which for me brought back memories of Amy's very successful Christmas album from years ago, recorded at the height of her popularity. "A Cradle In Bethlehem" was not familiar to me so I was quite surprised to find it emanates from 1952. Produced by Michael Omartian, the orchestrated backing takes Guy away from his favoured country instrumentation. Quite simply, there is not a duff note on this appealing release.
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Product Description
Gospel music mainstay and award-winning vocalist Guy Penrod celebrates the season of Christmas with this all-new release featuring the warm, powerhouse vocals that have made him a fan favourite around the world.
From the soothing sounds of The Christmas Song and White Christmas to the soaring arrangement of O Holy Night, Guy has created signature renditions of some of the most popular songs of the Christmas season.
The recording showcases his country-tinged style and includes a special recording of Tennessee Christmas with guest vocals by Amy Grant and Vince Gill.