{"id":1233,"date":"2015-12-14T04:52:28","date_gmt":"2015-12-14T04:52:28","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.beliefnet.com\/columnists\/peanutsandpopcorn\/?p=1233"},"modified":"2015-12-14T04:52:28","modified_gmt":"2015-12-14T04:52:28","slug":"new-christmas-music-you-need-to-hear","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beliefnet.com\/columnists\/peanutsandpopcorn\/2015\/12\/new-christmas-music-you-need-to-hear.html","title":{"rendered":"New Christmas Music You Need to Hear"},"content":{"rendered":"

Are you are already burned out of your Christmas music choices at home or what is available on the radio? Maybe you need a fresh new supply of CDs or MP3s. Here are five of the newest that just might fit the bill.<\/p>\n

\"MusicCT\"<\/a>Chris Tomlin: Adore: Christmas Songs of Worship<\/strong>
\nThis is the #1 Christian Christmas album selling this year, but it is not your typical Christmas music. It\u2019s a live worship concert recording with music is less traditional and more mellow. You won\u2019t find any Santa tunes here and only a few traditional carols. Most of the music was created new and features carols intertwined. One of the more unique songs on the album is \u201cIt\u2019s Christmas\u201d which is mostly a version of \u201cAway in a Manger\u201d with a new chorus, but what makes it unique is that is has a snappy beat \u2013something you don\u2019t usually hear with this song. If you love Chris Tomlin and\/or worship music, this is for you.<\/p>\n

\"MusicMM\"<\/a>MercyMe: It\u2019s Christmas!<\/strong>
\nThe #2 best-selling Christian Christmas album is also, in my opinion, the best. Unlike other Christmas albums where the singers just sing a sad version of \u201cJingle Bells\u201d which sounds just every other version of the tune, these guys find a way to make them their own. Their version of \u201cSleigh Ride\u201d is slow and relaxing, \u201cDo You Hear What I Hear\u201d has a more classical feel to it and \u201cA Holly Jolly Christmas\u201d sounds like it was recorded in a pub. It\u2019s really fun. Their original song, \u201cNewborn,\u201d is hauntingly beautiful but if you want fun, the best is \u201cChristmastime Again\u201d which they have been singing in different appearances including the Macy\u2019s Thanksgiving Parade. However, because the songs are so varied, you will probably love some and not care for others, but it is still a winner.<\/p>\n

\"MusicRC\"<\/a>The Rend Collective: Campfire Christmas Vol. One<\/strong>
\nThere really isn\u2019t any group out there that sounds like The Rend Collective. The Irish bluegrass band\u2019s music is delightfully different and this Christmas release is no different. The music sounds like what you might hear on a youth group outing after a holiday hayride. Like MercyMe, The Rend Collective finds a way to make each traditional carol their own in addition to adding a few new songs as well. Overall, the album is pretty peppy and celebrative. The shortest song is slightly over a minute in length and the longest just over five. The best of the bunch is probably \u201cJoy to the World (You Are My Joy).\u201d I recommend pouring yourself a cup of cocoa and string a garland of popcorn and cranberries while listening.<\/p>\n

\"MusidLS\"<\/a>Laura Story: God With Us<\/strong>
\nIf you are a Laura Story fan, this one may surprise you from the very song. Story tends to be more of a mellow, more thoughtful singer known for her worship music. However, unlike Chris Tomlin\u2019s Christmas album, Story\u2019s album is bolder, has a quicker pace and features an orchestra and choir in some songs. The first song of the album, \u201cLove is Here\u201d is a toe-tapper and could be played any time of the year (and probably will). Her version of \u201cO Come O Come Emmanuel\u201d sounds majestic with a full choir and bleeds into her own song, \u201cEmmanuel.\u201d The album features two duets: \u201cO Come All Ye Faithful\u201d with Steven Curtis Chapman and \u201cBehold the Lamb of God\u201d with Brandon Heath. Overall, the album is a nice departure from Story\u2019s usual fare.<\/p>\n

\"MusicCE\"<\/a>Christian Davis: \u201cChristmas Eve\u201d Soundtrack<\/strong>
\nNot to be confused with Chip Davis of Manheim Steamroller fame, Chip Davis composed the music to the independent film, Christmas Eve<\/em>. Overall, the album will appeal to those who love movie soundtracks and most of the music doesn\u2019t sound the slightest like Christmas music. However, the one song you should consider downloading from iTunes is his version of \u201cSilent Night\u201d that was performed by violinist Jenny Oaks Baker, who made her film debut in the film as well. It is simply incredible.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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