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Music Review: Various Artists (Julian Ovenden, Elizabeth McGovern, Katie Marshall) – ‘Christmas at Downton Abbey’ [2-CD Set]
The 45 songs in this carefully chosen collection will transport you to a serene and sophisticated 'Downton Abbey'-style Christmas.
Read More »Music Review: Christmas Jug Band – ‘Jugology: Greatest Near Misses (Best Of…)’
The Christmas Jug Band delivers the perfect Christmas party collection.
Read More »Music Review: Indie Roundup – Claire Lynch Band’s Holiday Album, Ben Hunter and Joe Seamons, The Suitcase Junket
I never thought of it before, but The Claire Lynch Band did: Could any instrument be a better choice to power "Jingle Bells" than the banjo?
Read More »Music Review: Various Artists – ‘A Celtic Christmas’ [Compiled by Marc Gunn]
This collection of Christmas songs from indie Celtic artists like Boston Blackthorne, Iona, and Heather Dale is bound to boost your spirit.
Read More »Music Review: Kelly Clarkson – ‘Wrapped in Red’
Anyone looking for a brisk if unchallenging Christmastime pop treat from a top-notch talent couldn't hope for much better than this enjoyable and well-crafted album.
Read More »Music Review: Alabama – ‘The Classic Christmas Album’
Alabama provides warm, joyful Christmas music that celebrates family and the simple joys of the season.
Read More »Music Review: Erasure – ‘Snow Globe’
Erasure has created one of the most unusual Christmas albums of the year.
Read More »Music Review: Joshua Bell – ‘Musical Gifts From Joshua Bell and Friends’
The violinist and friends deliver a sackful of gifts for music lovers of all stripes.
Read More »Music Review: Glee Cast – Glee: The Music, The Christmas Album: Volume 3
Slick but pleasant Christmas entertainment from television's most talented ensemble cast.
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