Christmas In Diverse City

tobyMac | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (October 4, 2011)
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: EMI Music Distribution
• ASIN: B005FT2MK2
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Music
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (44 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #52,192 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Editorial Reviews

From the Artist

With over 10 million in career sales, TobyMac's first three solo projects received RIAA Gold status and GRAMMY® nominations, his live CD/DVD took home a GRAMMY® award in 2009, and this year the much-celebrated and acclaimed artist celebrated his seventh consecutive GRAMMY® nomination for his latest album TONIGHT. The GRAMMY ® nominated single "City On Our Knees" topped the sales and radio charts faster than any of his previous singles, spending 8 weeks at #1 on the Christian Audience Chart. TONIGHT also garnered him the highest sales debut of his solo career with over 78,000 units and a No. 6 Billboard Top 200 debut. The album was also named as iTunes® Best Christian Album of 2010 and recently took home the Dove Award for "Best Rock Contemporary Album of the Year."

In addition to being nominated for "Favorite Contemporary Inspirational Artist" at the 2010 American Music Awards and nominated for three Billboard Music Awards including "Top Christian Artist," the title-track of TobyMac's latest album was also chosen as the theme song for MLB's 30 Clubs in 30 Days Spring Training Series. His music has been heard in major motion pictures including "Transporter 2" and "Hancock", and has been used extensively on television including the NFL Network, Fox Sports, Fox College Football, ESPN's the ESPY Awards and WWE's Fatal 4 Way Pay-Per-View. Most recently, his song "Showstopper" was chosen to launch the new season of CBS's hit show CSI: NY.

Product Description

TobyMac returns with his first new Christmas album in 10 years. Christmas In Diverse City showcases TobyMac at his best - mixing rock, pop, soul, hip-hop and urban flavors into irresistible songs with a distinctive Christmas spirit. Also showcased on the record are standout performances and songs from Toby's long-time touring band, Diverse City. Featuring the #1 radio hit "Christmas This Year," Christmas In Diverse City is a collection of Christmas songs that features Toby's unique sound and style. It's Christmas as only Toby can deliver.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Creative and enticing! November 5, 2011

By PB1285

Format:Audio CD

Ok, I'm and oldster in age but a Christmas music fanatic. With a phenomenal library in my area I picked up this little ditty...I have to admit I don't have a clue who this guy or band is but I really was extremely IMPRESSED by the arrangements--especially "O Come All Ye Faithful" which I usually am tired of hearing by Thanksgiving! Usually upbeat pop, rock, and soul Christmas music add rhythm but little creativity. NOT SO HERE! While every track was not my cup of tea I was entranced by every song. This guy really put some effort into making this heartfelt, creative and joyful expression! I would have loved more drum in Drummer Boy and a little less digitizing but that's just personal taste. I also felt sometimes there was too much going on in the background...but I'm an audiophile and look for expert engineering---which is not much happening in most releases these days. Again just personal taste. I do know that I'll be playing this at home and in the gym! A WONDERFUL EXCITING CHRISTMAS EXPERIENCE!!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Great addition to Christmas music October 26, 2011

By fpf

Format:Audio CD

We bought this CD and love it. We love everything Toby Mac puts out and this is no different. This CD is a must have if you would enjoy some unique, upbeat, funky Christmas music.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Tobymac's done it again! October 16, 2011

By geek-tastic

Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase

Tobymac has done it again -this time to Christmas! Bringing his signature edgy feel, Christmas will never be the same! A must have for all Toby fans or anyone who is tired of the repeated conventional sound of Christmas!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Diverse City! May 19, 2012

By Riffraff07

Format:Audio CD

If you are a lover of many styles like I am then you'll probably love this Christmas collection from TobyMac. The first 6 songs are done by Toby and have his unique style along with them. The rest of the songs are sung by the members of the Diverse City band and really put an emphasis on the diverse! Each one has a little different flavor, which may not be as desirable to some people, but although you may not like every single song you're bound to love more than you hate! Each member is essential to the great sound we love from TobyMac!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Really like 2 CDs March 22, 2012

By shell

Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase

First you hear some songs with Toby Mac singing. Then 1/2 way through its songs of other artists. I bought the CD to hear Toby. The songs are pretty lively and its a CD you can acutally work out to during Christmas time.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Love this CD! January 6, 2012

By Kimberly Luker

Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase

I was not a big TobyMac fan but after listening to this CD, I am now! I love it. Even my teenage kids think it's cool. Very creative in putting a new twist on classics Christmas songs. Would definately buy it again. I wish I had bought more for Christmas gifts.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent December 18, 2011

By RandomReviewer

Format:MP3 Music

I think that Toby Mac, you are doing a fabulous job putting in modern music to good christian lyrics. As a Christian myself, I find it hard to find something that has really used modern music and mixed with Christian lyrics for the holidays. I really appreciate it, and love the songs. Please continue to do what you are done.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars DEFINITE KEEPER ... GREAT HEART & SOUND! December 16, 2011

By Mililani Mama

Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase

A lot of Christmas music is getting so *yawn* boring. My son virtually hates the stuff cuz of the frequent repeats of old sounds. But now, dear, sweet Toby Mac brings it on! His heart, which is something really big in Toby Mac, and His love for Jesus, really show in this cd (not to speak of his incredible talents)--true to form in ALL of his work. The first half, as someone else pointed out, is strong Toby Mac and is VERY good! Drummer Boy, a song we used to freak at whenever it came on the radio, "AAACK, TURN IT OFF!" is now, "TURN IT UP! TURN IT LOUD!" It is too cool how he combines dub step and drumline into one song, as if trying to turn one type onto the other...and it works! The dub step is a slight soft, but Toby Mac, in his kindness, is probably making it easier for some folk to catch on. (That said, I look forward to his newer releases with stronger earth shatter!) Yup, I think it is safe to say, Drummer Boy was the biggest surprise of all, considering how much we personally got sick of the old tune (no offense intended; it's our own issue). The other familiar and new songs are done very well, with a little dub in a little more; great all-around sounds, and yes, this man does know how to put music together. He is such a significant contributor to the music world, Christian music, and the Kingdom. Thank you so much, Toby Mac et al, for caring enough to reach beyond the norm. (Are you the updated version of Larry Norman?! He will likely be proud--more will be "ready" because of your work. Thank you for each one....)

Recently my son turned me onto dub, which is why I mention it more re: this album. The other talent that goes on in this cd is like Toby Mac, still the rapper, still the producer of talent, still a lot of great guitar, drums, voices, and so much more.... Dub HAS to be included because that's just the way Toby Mac is ... keepin' up with the times.

Have I said enough?! I think so.... BUY IT AND SEE FOR YOURSELF! This will also make a great gift to almost any young person who loves music. Read more ›