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: #60,252 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!