Absolutely the best music that will hit your cd player during the season we celebrate the birth of Christ! Has a jazzy west coast feel to most of the production with guitarist James Hollihan Jr. obviously influenced by the likes of Wes Montgomery and Jimmy Smith. John Hammond the drummer really adds to the blues vibes with some great brush on the drum head off-beat nightclub vibes that really give a throwback vibe to the songs and production which is top notch. I personally am drawn to the slower tempo tunes like Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas,The Christmas Song,and I'll Be Home For Christmas. Never thought anyone could upstage the likes of Bing Crosby,but Taff's vocals coupled with these arrangements brings these songs into a modern era while still retaining a retro feel which in my opinion is the right way to cover such classics. My only complaint is that it is about 10 minutes too short...would love to see another addition by Russ! Can't go wrong with this purchase!Read full review
This is a mature cd of easy listening tunes fit for the holiday season. It has a 50s swing feel, a little jazzy and very classy. Good stuff for a dinner party as background music. There are some upbeat renditions, and only one or two songs drag a bit in their simplicity. Otherwise, vintage Russ for everyone's listening pleasure.
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