{"id":4792,"date":"2024-11-30T06:27:21","date_gmt":"2024-11-30T11:27:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beliefnet.com\/columnists\/latestnews\/?p=4792"},"modified":"2024-11-15T14:28:08","modified_gmt":"2024-11-15T19:28:08","slug":"christmas-brings-new-a-variety-of-heartfelt-worshipful-music","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beliefnet.com\/columnists\/latestnews\/2024\/11\/30\/christmas-brings-new-a-variety-of-heartfelt-worshipful-music\/","title":{"rendered":"Christmas Brings New a Variety of Heartfelt, Worshipful Music"},"content":{"rendered":"

It\u2019s beginning to sound a lot like Christmas, thanks to a new crop of holiday releases from Christian music artists and groups. Tailored to listeners of praise and worship, contemporary gospel, country, pop, and contemporary Christian, the Birth of Christ continues to inspire music that touches the heart and soul.<\/p>\n

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“A Drummer Boy Christmas (LIVE)\u201d image courtesy of Word\/Curb Entertainment<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Here\u2019s a sampling of the new albums available for this year\u2019s holiday celebrations.<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

\u201cThe Greatest Gift\u201d by Anthony Evans<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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“The Greatest Gift” cover courtesy of MergePR.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Ring in the holiday season with a new Christmas music collection from renowned Gospel artist, producer, performer, philanthropist, and author Anthony Evans. His new album, \u201cThe Greatest Gift,\u201d released last month. The nine-track album features new arrangements of holiday classics and original songs he wrote and produced for major network features.<\/p>\n

\u201cThroughout the last few years, I\u2019ve had the incredible opportunity to write, produce, and arrange songs for major network Christmas films,\u201d shares Anthony Evans. \u201cIt was working on those songs that spurred the idea to make my own Christmas album and incorporate new arrangements of some of my all-time favorites along with a few fun originals.”<\/p>\n

Produced by Evans, Darrel Walls and Max Stark, The Greatest Gift showcases Evan’s incredible vocals on songs like “Joy To The World” and “Mary Did You Know” as well as his original works “My Holiday” and “He is” as a powerful choir backs him.<\/p>\n

He added, “Some of my most favorite memories include the holidays and the music associated with them. I hope that this album brings joy to whoever is listening as well as reminds them that through the birth of our Savior, we truly have been given \u2018The Greatest Gift\u2019.”<\/p>\n

The track listing:<\/strong><\/p>\n

    \n
  1. The Greatest Gift + Joy To The World<\/li>\n
  2. He Is<\/li>\n
  3. We Wish You A Merry Christmas + Go Tell It On The Mountain<\/li>\n
  4. Angels We Have Heard On High<\/li>\n
  5. My Holiday<\/li>\n
  6. Hark The Herald Angels<\/li>\n
  7. What Child Is This<\/li>\n
  8. Oh come Let Us Adore Him<\/li>\n
  9. Mary Did You Know<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

     <\/p>\n

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    “It’s All About You” cover courtesy of Merge PR<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

    \u201cIt\u2019s All About You\u201d by Influence Music<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    Worship group Influence Music released its first full-length Christmas album, \u201cIt’s All About You\u201d this month. This holiday collection was created with the global church in mind, offering fresh arrangements of classic Christmas songs.<\/p>\n

    “\u2019It\u2019s All About You\u2019 was born from our team\u2019s desire to bring something fresh musically and lyrically to our church this Christmas season,” shares Melody Noel. “We wanted to tell the Christmas story uniquely and powerfully. We pray this music adds life and joy to this beautiful season.”<\/p>\n

    The track listing:<\/strong><\/p>\n

      \n
    1. Won\u2019t Be A Silent Night<\/li>\n
    2. First Noel (It\u2019s All About You)<\/li>\n
    3. Prince of Heaven<\/li>\n
    4. O Come All Ye Faithful (His Name Shall Be)<\/li>\n
    5. Influence Christmas Medley<\/li>\n
    6. The Day That Christmas Came feat. Harvest Worship<\/li>\n
    7. Oh Holy Night (Live)<\/li>\n
    8. Christmas Medley (Live)<\/li>\n
    9. The Day That Christmas Came (Acoustic)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

       <\/p>\n

      \u201cA Drummer Boy Christmas (LIVE)\u201d by for KING + COUNTRY<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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      “A Drummer Boy Christmas (LIVE)\u201d image courtesy of Word\/Curb Entertainment<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

      for KING + COUNTRY\u2019s Joel and Luke Smallbone rings in the 2024 holiday season with a live collection of their beloved Christmas show delivered straight to fans. \u201cA Drummer Boy Christmas (LIVE)\u201d captures the joy, the wonder and the pageantry of their seasonal tour that has become an annual tradition for the duo capped by their signature rendition of \u201cLittle Drummer Boy.\u201d<\/p>\n

      The new album coincides with the recently announced Fathom Theatrical Concert Event, \u201cA DRUMMER BOY CHRISTMAS,\u201d which will be in theaters nationwide for the first time ever from December 5-9. \u00a0The highly-anticipated holiday concert spectacle will b<\/p>\n

      e available for families around the country to see in theaters during this limited engagement. The duo will also be embarking on nine select\u00a0 2024 performances for its \u201cA DRUMMER BOY CHRISTMAS |THE 2024 TOUR EXPERIENCE\u201d in the U.S. and the U.K. from December 1\u201320.<\/p>\n

      The track listing:<\/strong><\/p>\n

        \n
      1. In The Bleak Midwinter<\/li>\n
      2. Joy To The World<\/li>\n
      3. O Come, O Come Emmanuel<\/li>\n
      4. Won\u2019t You Come<\/li>\n
      5. Baby Boy<\/li>\n
      6. Glorious<\/li>\n
      7. Angels We Have Heard On High<\/li>\n
      8. Go Tell It On The Mountain (feat. Gabby Barrett)<\/li>\n
      9. Do You Hear What I Hear?<\/li>\n
      10. For God Is With Us<\/li>\n
      11. O Come All Ye Faithful<\/li>\n
      12. Silent Night<\/li>\n
      13. Heavenly Hosts<\/li>\n
      14. A Christmas Monologue<\/li>\n
      15. Little Drummer Boy<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

         <\/p>\n

        \u201cChristmas Morning\u201d by Paul and Hannah McClure<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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        “Christmas Morning” cover courtesy of Rogers and Cowan PMK<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

        Bethel Music\u00a0singer\/songwriters and worship leaders\u00a0Paul and Hannah McClure, announce the re-release of their acclaimed 2020 holiday album \u201cChristmas Morning.\u201d Available now on all streaming platforms, this updated edition features new live recordings that enrich the original album, providing both longtime fans and new listeners an opportunity for deeper engagement and worship.<\/p>\n

        The 11-track collection includes original selections co-penned by Paul and Hannah, as well as a handful of beloved Christmas favorites. \u201cAdore Him (Live at Bethel),\u201d led by Paul, is a beautiful expression of praise and thanksgiving, encouraging listeners to focus on the worthiness of Jesus and appreciate the profound significance of His birth. Meanwhile, Paul and Hannah breathe new life into the classic hymn, \u201cO Holy Night (Live at Bethel),\u201d blending traditional lyrics with a fresh worship-filled bridge, instilling hope and anticipation for the momentous occasion of our Savior’s birth.<\/p>\n

        \u201cEvery child\u2019s excited for Christmas morning, and that\u2019s what we get in relation to the Gospel as believers,\u201d says Paul and Hannah. \u201cEvery day is Christmas morning living in the reality of Jesus and what He\u2019s done for us. I think this song captures what we wanted to talk about\u2014the Rescuer coming to save us at Christmas.\u201d<\/p>\n

        The track listing:<\/strong><\/p>\n

          \n
        1. Christmas Morning<\/li>\n
        2. Heart Sings Hallelujah<\/li>\n
        3. Adore Him<\/li>\n
        4. Heaven Is Here<\/li>\n
        5. O Holy Night<\/li>\n
        6. High King of Heaven \/ Jesus We Love You<\/li>\n
        7. Heart Sings Hallelujah \/ Hark the Herald Angels Sing (Live at Bethel)<\/li>\n
        8. Heaven Is Here \/ Joy To The World (Live at Bethel)<\/li>\n
        9. Adore Him (Live at Bethel)<\/li>\n
        10. O Holy Night (Live at Bethel)<\/li>\n
        11. High King of Heaven \/ Jesus We Love You (Live at Bethel)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

           <\/p>\n

          \u201cWake Up It\u2019s Christmas\u201d by Tasha Layton<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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          ‘Wake Up It’s Christmas’ image courtesy of BEC Recordings<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

          BEC Recordings’ Tasha Layton will release a new holiday EP on November 15th featuring the brand-new song and title track “Wake Up Its Christmas.” The EP will also feature\u00a0four additional songs including her song “Diddly Squat” which has made its way onto thousands of playlists.<\/p>\n

          Layton’s holiday catalog is a classic big-band, jazz, and pop collection that comes back year after year. Her holiday music has more than 15 million holiday streams and is featured on\u00a0Spotify’s playlists such as\u00a0Christmas Jazz, Women of Christmas, Merry & Bright, Feel Good Christmas, and\u00a0Christmas Spirit.<\/p>\n

          The track listing:<\/strong><\/p>\n

            \n
          1. Wake Up It\u2019s Christmas<\/li>\n
          2. Hang Up Your Stockin\u2019<\/li>\n
          3. Diddly Squat<\/li>\n
          4. Rockin\u2019 Around the Christmas Tree<\/li>\n
          5. Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

             <\/p>\n

            \u201cJoyful, Joyful: A Christmas Album\u201d by CeCe Winans<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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            ‘Joyful, Joyful’ cover image courtesy of eByrd Communications<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

            CeCe Winans continues to share her musical gift with the world, embarking on a nearly sold-out Christmas tour beginning December 4th in Reading, PA. In tandem with the tour, Winans is releasing new Christmas music under the title\u00a0\u201cJoyful, Joyful: A Christmas Album,\u201d a reimagined and expanded version of her previous holiday release,\u00a0\u201cSomething\u2019s Happening!\u201d<\/p>\n

            Known for her timeless voice and heartfelt performances, CeCe brings her signature warmth and soul to a collection of classic holiday favorites and original songs that are sure to become part of your holiday tradition.<\/p>\n

            “Christmas is such a special time, and I wanted this music to capture the joy, love, and hope the season brings. I hope these songs remind everyone of the true meaning of Christmas and fill their hearts with peace and celebration,” Winans said.<\/p>\n

            The track listing:<\/strong><\/p>\n

              \n
            1. Joy To The World<\/li>\n
            2. Angels We Have Heard on High (Joyful, Joyful)<\/li>\n
            3. It\u2019s Christmas<\/li>\n
            4. This World Will Never Be The Same<\/li>\n
            5. Giving Season<\/li>\n
            6. The Grace of The Father<\/li>\n
            7. O Come, O Come, Emmanuel<\/li>\n
            8. Hark! The Herald Angels Sing<\/li>\n
            9. I Heard The Bells on Christmas Day<\/li>\n
            10. Feliz Navidad\/O Holy Night<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

               <\/p>\n

              \u201cGo Tell It\u201d by Sunday Service Choir<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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              “Go Tell It” cover courtesy of CR8 Agency<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

              The GRAMMY-nominated\u00a0Sunday Service Choir\u00a0returns to spread holiday cheer with their brand new EP, \u201cGo Tell It.\u201d The project features seven dynamic and soul-stirring renditions of classic Christmas songs.\u00a0It is now available on all streaming platforms, the release marks the choir\u2019s latest musical offering as they continue their mission to inspire through music.<\/p>\n

              The track listing:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                \n
              1. Go Tell It<\/li>\n
              2. Angels We Have Heard on High<\/li>\n
              3. Favorite Things<\/li>\n
              4. Oh Come Emmanuel<\/li>\n
              5. Oh Come All Ye Faithful<\/li>\n
              6. What Child Is This\/Carol Of The Bells<\/li>\n
              7. Oh What Gift<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                 <\/p>\n

                \u201cRejoice! (A Celtic Christmas),\u201d by We Are Messengers<\/h3>\n

                Curb Records recording artist We Are Messengers brings tidings of good news and great joy with their version of \u201cHark! The Herald Angels Sing,\u201d now available.<\/p>\n

                Sticking to a traditional arrangement of the beloved carol, the group injects flavors of lead singer Darren Mulligan\u2019s native Ireland into the celebratory selection. Accented by tribal beats, fiddle and mandolin, Mulligan jubilantly proclaims the birth of Christ by way of this timeless classic. Additionally, his wife, Heidi, provides background vocals. The release heralds We Are Messengers\u2019 upcoming holiday EP,\u00a0 \u201cRejoice! (A Celtic Christmas),\u201d a five-song collection released Nov. 15, 2024.<\/p>\n

                 <\/p>\n

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                Amy Grant and Vince Gill image courtesy of The M Collective<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

                \u201cWhen I Think of Christmas\u201d by Amy Grant and Vince Gill<\/h3>\n

                The new compilation\u201d When I Think Of Christmas\u201d is a treasury of seasonal songs from Vince Gill and Amy Grant that captures the spirit of their much-loved \u201cChristmas at the Ryman\u201d concerts. Now available MCA Nashville, the album contains remastered versions of nine of the duo’s Yuletide favorites, plus two new recordings.<\/p>\n

                One of the most successful residencies in the history of Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium (famous former home of the Grand Ole Opry), Gill and Grant’s \u201cChristmas at the Ryman\u201d has presented over 100 shows in front of nearly a quarter-million people. This year’s series will run from November 29 through December 21.<\/p>\n

                In addition to the digital and CD availability of \u201cWhen I Think Of Christmas,\u201d the album is available in green vinyl. A limited-edition red vinyl will be sold exclusively at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium and the Official Artist Store.<\/p>\n

                Although it\u2019s difficult to limit the number of treasured Christmas songs Grant and Gill are legendary for, they have selected nine previously released tracks including Grant\u2019s \u201cTennessee Christmas\u201d and \u201cBreath of Heaven,\u201d which was originally recorded on her Home for Christmas ranked in Billboard\u2019s Top 25 greatest holiday albums of all time, and Gill\u2019s \u201cO Holy Night\u201d and \u201cI\u2019ll Be Home for Christmas.\u201d Additionally, there are two new recordings, including Grant\u2019s version of the album\u2019s title track and \u201cTil the Season Comes Round Again,\u201d a Grant\/Gill duet.’<\/p>\n

                \u201cChristmas Music is a portal to wonder and awe, to nostalgia and \u2018remember when,\u2019 to hope and how-we-wish-it-could-be,\u201d says Grant. \u201cAnd because we return to the same playlists year after year, those songs have become the backdrop for our collective memories of gathering, of family, of gift giving, of celebration and solitude. I\u2019ve recorded a lot of Christmas music over the years, and I\u2019m excited to add two new songs to this collection, especially the song Vince and I close our Christmas concerts with, \u2018\u2018Til The Season Comes Round Again.\u2019\u00a0 I hope these new songs find a place on playlists, whether it\u2019s during the holiday season or all year \u2018round.\u201d<\/p>\n

                Both Grant and Gill have sold millions of copies of their respective Christmas albums, and have performed some of the season\u2019s most beloved classics from the stage of the Ryman.<\/p>\n

                The track listing:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                  \n
                1. When I Think of Christmas \u2013 Amy Grant<\/li>\n
                2. The Christmas Song \u2013 Vince Gill<\/li>\n
                3. Winter Wonderland \u2013 Amy Grant<\/li>\n
                4. I\u2019ll Be Home For Christmas \u2013 Vince Gill<\/li>\n
                5. It\u2019s The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year \u2013 Amy Grant<\/li>\n
                6. Do You Hear What I Hear \u2013 Vince Gill<\/li>\n
                7. Tennessee Christmas \u2013 Amy Grant<\/li>\n
                8. O Come All Ye Faithful \u2013 Vince Gill<\/li>\n
                9. Breath Of Heaven (Mary\u2019s Song) \u2013 Amy Grant<\/li>\n
                10. O Holy Night \u2013 Vince Gill<\/li>\n
                11. \u2018Til The Season Comes Round Again \u2013 Amy Grant & Vince Gill<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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