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18 of 21 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Christmas has arrived early as America's most successful rock band, CHICAGO, and producer Phil Ramone have teamed up for the release of the band's third, and perhaps most rocking, holiday recording yet with "O Christmas Three" -- also known as Chicago XXXIII.
The legendary band with horns could easily live on its many laurels without going into the studio again. Instead, members Robert Lamm, Lee Loughnane, James Pankow, Walter Parazaider, Jason Scheff, Lou Pardini, Tris Imboden, Keith Howland and Drew Hester treat us to 14 Christmas and holiday favorites that have been "Chicagoized" with that famous sound we've all come to know and enjoy since the late 1960s.
"O Christmas Three" will thrill longtime Chicago fans and will probably enlist many more who are simply looking for a wonderful holiday recording.
From the jazzy "It's The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year" and "I'll Be Home for Christmas" to the rocking "On The Last Night Of The Year" and "Rockin' and Rollin' On Christmas Day," Chicago XXXIII is a nonstop holiday musical treat that is performed to typical CHICAGO perfection.
Solid vocals by Lamm, Scheff, Pardini, Loughnane and Howland are supported by hard hitting brass runs and licks by the force known as Pankow, Parazaider and Loughnane.
Guest performances by artists Dolly Parton, America, Steve Cropper and BeBe Winans add to the holiday spirit as if CHICAGO simply invited some of their musical friends and us over for some hot chocolate and a cozy, warm fire.
Chicago XXXIII has definitely become one of "My Favorite Things!"
The legendary band with horns could easily live on its many laurels without going into the studio again. Instead, members Robert Lamm, Lee Loughnane, James Pankow, Walter Parazaider, Jason Scheff, Lou Pardini, Tris Imboden, Keith Howland and Drew Hester treat us to 14 Christmas and holiday favorites that have been "Chicagoized" with that famous sound we've all come to know and enjoy since the late 1960s.
"O Christmas Three" will thrill longtime Chicago fans and will probably enlist many more who are simply looking for a wonderful holiday recording.
From the jazzy "It's The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year" and "I'll Be Home for Christmas" to the rocking "On The Last Night Of The Year" and "Rockin' and Rollin' On Christmas Day," Chicago XXXIII is a nonstop holiday musical treat that is performed to typical CHICAGO perfection.
Solid vocals by Lamm, Scheff, Pardini, Loughnane and Howland are supported by hard hitting brass runs and licks by the force known as Pankow, Parazaider and Loughnane.
Guest performances by artists Dolly Parton, America, Steve Cropper and BeBe Winans add to the holiday spirit as if CHICAGO simply invited some of their musical friends and us over for some hot chocolate and a cozy, warm fire.
Chicago XXXIII has definitely become one of "My Favorite Things!"
10 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
When I first heard that Chicago was in the studio doing another Holiday album
I said to myself "Oh No not another Christmas album from these guys!
But WOW...... was I pleasantly surprised when I received my copy of Chicago XXXIII in the mail on Saturday.
"O Christmas Three" is not your typical Holiday album...
It's essentially a Chicago album, and a pretty darn good one at that!
The band decided to select some mostly obsure Christmas songs and Chicagoize them for their latest project.
The band seems to be reenergized by the addition of Lou Pardini on keyboards and vocals, who replaced long time member Bill Champlin in 2009.
His vocal contributions are outstanding throughout the album, and he blends in perfectly with the rest of the band. Great job, Lou!
The music runs the gamut of their long and storied career, as Chicago explores about every style of music on the album...... You want 50's style rock and roll, "Rockin around the Christmas Tree" flat out rocks.....You want big band/swing, then the band hits it out of the park with "I'll be home for Christmas"....there's jazz, flat out rock and roll, and my Favorite track the latin/brazilian jazz infused 'My favorite Things, arranged by Robert Lamm.
On the obligatory ballad, (after all it wouldn't be a Chicago record without a power ballad, but there's only one on this CD, as most of the album is mid and uptempo!!)Jason Scheff sings beautifully on "What are you doing New Year's Eve?" ..
There's even an original song "rockin and rolling on Christmas Eve, co-written by Lee Loughnane
and featuring Steve Cropper of Booker T and the MGs fame on a scorching guitar solo.
America's Dewey Bunnell and Gerry Beckley lend their guitars and vocals to " I saw Three Ship's' a mostly organic, acoustic track, which is superb...
Dolly Parton and BeBe Winans also lend their talent along the way....
The album for the most part, flat out rocks....with several upbeat numbers.
The horns are blaring again in their full glory....
The only downside on the album is one track could have been left off... 'Jingle Bells"
in my opinion doesn't break any new ground and doesn't work with the rest of the album.
but all and all a great effort from the band.. You could tell they had a lot of fun making this music.
I can't wait for the next Chicago album of original material....... The band says it already has several songs which they are polishing up for their next venture and something new is expected in 2012...
Until then, ENJOY THIS CHRISTMAS CLASSIC!!
I said to myself "Oh No not another Christmas album from these guys!
But WOW...... was I pleasantly surprised when I received my copy of Chicago XXXIII in the mail on Saturday.
"O Christmas Three" is not your typical Holiday album...
It's essentially a Chicago album, and a pretty darn good one at that!
The band decided to select some mostly obsure Christmas songs and Chicagoize them for their latest project.
The band seems to be reenergized by the addition of Lou Pardini on keyboards and vocals, who replaced long time member Bill Champlin in 2009.
His vocal contributions are outstanding throughout the album, and he blends in perfectly with the rest of the band. Great job, Lou!
The music runs the gamut of their long and storied career, as Chicago explores about every style of music on the album...... You want 50's style rock and roll, "Rockin around the Christmas Tree" flat out rocks.....You want big band/swing, then the band hits it out of the park with "I'll be home for Christmas"....there's jazz, flat out rock and roll, and my Favorite track the latin/brazilian jazz infused 'My favorite Things, arranged by Robert Lamm.
On the obligatory ballad, (after all it wouldn't be a Chicago record without a power ballad, but there's only one on this CD, as most of the album is mid and uptempo!!)Jason Scheff sings beautifully on "What are you doing New Year's Eve?" ..
There's even an original song "rockin and rolling on Christmas Eve, co-written by Lee Loughnane
and featuring Steve Cropper of Booker T and the MGs fame on a scorching guitar solo.
America's Dewey Bunnell and Gerry Beckley lend their guitars and vocals to " I saw Three Ship's' a mostly organic, acoustic track, which is superb...
Dolly Parton and BeBe Winans also lend their talent along the way....
The album for the most part, flat out rocks....with several upbeat numbers.
The horns are blaring again in their full glory....
The only downside on the album is one track could have been left off... 'Jingle Bells"
in my opinion doesn't break any new ground and doesn't work with the rest of the album.
but all and all a great effort from the band.. You could tell they had a lot of fun making this music.
I can't wait for the next Chicago album of original material....... The band says it already has several songs which they are polishing up for their next venture and something new is expected in 2012...
Until then, ENJOY THIS CHRISTMAS CLASSIC!!
7 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
The music starts out strong with the great horn section playing loud and true, it really is a Wonderful Christmas time. Dolly Parton sings the backup on this first tune and does a great job. America sings the lead on another tune. I really liked the first 10 songs, then #11,12 and 13 sounded weak. The vocals didn't really match the music too well. But they got it back together with a little mixing up of two old favorites for a big finish, complete with little kids singing! If you liked Chicago 25, you won't be disappointed. (Chicago's first Christmas album is my family's favorite every year!) I listened to this new CD twice today, and will probably put it away until after Thanksgiving. But then it will be back in the car, and on my MP3 for the holiday season.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Just Average
I will begin this review by saying that I am an unpologetic fan of this band and have listened to them since the early seventies. I couldn't wait to get this C.D. Read more
Published 1 month ago by MusicLover
Time to give it up, boys
When Chicago first started back in 1967, nobody could have ever guessed how long this group would stay in existence and how long this group would make hits. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Johnny Boy
just great
I love it... the same music I grew up on as a ..teen ager...timeless. even my 28 yr. old son lovers it..will always treasure the music
Published 4 months ago by Cathy L. Brewer-goucher
Fantastic diversion to standard Christmas music
As a lifelong CHICAGO fan, I went to see them perform when they came to Cleveland this past November. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Larry A. Lapine
Mixed bag of stuff here
I've been following Chicago since I was a teenager in the 70s. I also have their previous Christmas CD. This new one is hit and miss. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Michael Ceciliani
Classic Chicago
Another very well done Chicago Christmas CD to add to my collection. There are only a few clunkers in my opinion. I wish their next studio album had this much life. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Jack Clark
Excellent CD
I recommend this CD of Christmas music to all Chicago fans. It has many new tracks that have not appeared on previous Chicago Christmas CD's.
Published 4 months ago by MLR
A Chicago Christmas
Chicago can still sing! They make beautiful Christmas music! The music is peaceful, full of holiday spirit and worth the purchase.
Published 4 months ago by Terry L. Smith
o Christmas three
This has got to be the BEST Chicago album in 25 years! The songs are fresh and up to date . A must have for your Holiday music collection . Rock on Chicago !!
Published 5 months ago by Cyndy Farnsworth
Christmas rock!
I have enjoyed Chicago's Christmas music in the past, and I found this new selection to be delightful. Read more
Published 5 months ago by One of Amazon's Best Customers
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