Needing something to put you in the Christmas mood? 4Him has released Season of Love, their first Christmas album ever. They combine old favorites with a new selection of yule tide songs, sure to put you in the Christmas spirit. The title cut, "Season Of Love," leads off the album in a traditional 4Him style, telling us "the world would be better if Christmas becomes the season of love." Next up is the old classic, "White Christmas," which is performed with a fresh, jazz beat that leaves you wishing for snow. Another oldie, "Little Drummer Boy," is led by Andy Chrisman, who adds a light sound to a somber tune.
"A Night To Remember" reminds me of a Truth cut with the Big Band sound and ends up with a traditional carol, "O, Holy Night." "A Carol Medley" is next on the album and includes all of my old favorites, "O Little Town Of Bethlehem," "Away In A Manger," "It Came Upon A Midnight Clear," and "Silent Night," all done with crisp harmony. A very soulful, jazzy version of "Do You Hear What I Hear?" is next on the album, with Marty Magehee taking the lead vocals. A new song with a powerful message, "In His Care," gives us the assurance of Jesus' watch care in our lives.
"Hold On To Christmas This Year" sounds like a traditional carol with an orchestration of strings and horns. It informs us to be a dreamer and hang on to the joy of Christ's love all year long. "God Rest You Merry Gentlemen" is more upbeat than the traditional carol and has a baroque style with a blend of 4Him's standard. The last song is probably my favorite on the album, "Strange Way To Save The World." It illustrates that we feel unworthy to serve Him as Joseph and Mary did, but He still chooses to use us anyway. Season of Love is one of the best Christmas albums that I have ever heard. The vocal harmonies of the four guys blend well to create a feeling of nostalgia for our old favorites and excitement for the new songs.
Other coverage for this album
The Lighthouse December 1996Reviewed by Beau BlackOne mark of a great Christmas album is that you want to listen to it more than just one month out of the year. 4Him's The Season Of Love fits that bill-mainly because half of its ten tracks are original compositions. That helps make this a standout project-and one of my favorite Christmas albums since its original release two years ago. It's being re-released this year with new packaging and…Similar sounding releases
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