Sunday 14 December 2014

Advent reviews 11:


"The Best of AMY GRANT, The Christmas Collection", by Amy Grant

Emma: **.5
Charlie: *

Emma: I recently learned the definition of "Schmaltz"; it's fascinating. This album is, I believe, an alternate definition. Think classical hits like Jesu Joy smushed in with classic carols, very perfect and produced smooth vocals. Think: Mall music in December. Not all bad, at all, but not something I want to actively listen to, really.

Charlie: This gets a big 'meh' from me. Nothing about it stands out or makes it particularly listen-worthy; it's a bunch of traditional Christmas songs with zealous (some might say overly-so) orchestral arrangements and not particularly compelling vocal performances. It scores high on the pandering meter, though. No desire to repeat listen to this one.

Do you want it forever: No thanks.

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