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Track Listings
| 1. We Need A Little Christmas(Glee Cast Version) |
| 2. Deck The Rooftop(Glee Cast Version) |
| 3. Merry Christmas Darling(Glee Cast Version) |
| 4. Baby, It’s Cold Outside(Glee Cast Version) |
| 5. The Most Wonderful Day Of The Year(Glee Cast Version) |
| 6. Last Christmas(Glee Cast Version) |
| 7. God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen(Glee Cast Version) |
| 8. O Christmas Tree(Glee Cast Version) |
| 9. Jingle Bells(Glee Cast Version) |
| 10. You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch(Glee Cast Version) |
| 11. Angels We Have Heard On High(Glee Cast Version) |
| 12. O Holy Night(Glee Cast Version) |
Editorial Reviews
Glee decks the halls and gets you in the holiday spirit with the release of Glee: The Music, The Christmas Album. The Glee cast sprinkle a little Christmas cheer with their dazzling renditions of such holiday classics as “We Need A Little Christmas,” “O Holy Night,” “Jingle Bells” and a very special Dr. Seuss inspired “You’re A Mean One, Mr. Grinch” featuring Grammy Award winner k.d. lang. 12 songs to fill your holidays with Glee!
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews
157 of 175 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
It's probably better to fully review this CD after seeing some of these songs in their visual context in the Christmas episode, because very often, that is what actually makes you appreciate Glee renditions of songs more. But since it is a Christmas album, you should be able to listen to it for the appreciation of the holiday.
Which is why it's easy to see how this album doesn't really serve as an outstanding Christmas listening experience, for many of the renditions here are rather generic. There are very few glee-tastic arrangements, but the CD does combine a notable mix of classics and more contemporary Christmas hits. This is my take on these tracks:
1. We Need A Little Christmas: Tina, Mercedes and Kurt take the lead on this contemporary classic. A nice upbeat start--definitely sounds like the standard showtune rendition of this song.
2. Deck the Rooftop: This is a mashup of Deck the Halls and Up on the Rooftop. One of the best tracks on here. A very pop/upbeat version that is modeled to replicate the arrangement of the Beyonce track "Single Ladies". The whole cast sings this one, with solos throughout.
3. Merry Christmas Darling: What can I say? There are very few songs out there that simply can't be touched by anyone other than the original artist, and this is one of them. It just isn't the same song without Karen Carpenter's voice. Naturally, Lea Michele is a phenomenal singer and (smartly) plays it safe, sticking to the subtle, gentle delivery, but--I'll say it again. It's just not Karen Carpenter. The tone of Karen's voice did all the emoting for her no matter what she sang.
4. Baby It's Cold Outside: gaying it up a bit, this song is a duet between Kurt and his new love interest Blaine. Ironically, it's a real...um...limp rendition of this playful song. They simply sing it straight, lacking all the flirtation that makes this such a romantic little number. Check out the duet versions between either Barry Manilow and KT Oslin (my favorite) or the more recent version by Rod Stewart and Dolly Parton to see how it should be done.
5. The Most Wonderful Day of the Year: Fun fun fun--this is a simple homage to the original Misfit Toys from Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer. If this isn't presented on the show as a stop motion version of the Glee cast then they will have missed a huge opportunity.
6. Last Christmas: A pretty straightforward take on the Wham hit from the 80s, with Rachel and Finn taking the lead.
7. God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen: This one's for the girls. A nice, mellow version of this traditional carol, sung by Rachel, Mercedes, Santana, and Tina.
8. O Christmas Tree: Mr. Schu gets a solo cut. A pretty standard take on this one, with a bit of unique approaches on the second half, including a bit of choral background.
9. Jingle Bells: This one's for the boys. Finn, Puck and Artie share lead on this swinging big band version.
10. You're A Mean One Mr. Grinch: Is k.d. Lang going to guest star on the Christmas episode? Mr. Schu narrates this one with words directly from the Dr. Seuss classic, with k.d. Lang handling the vocals of the song. Finally, at the end, the two duet on the remainder of the song. Personally, I feel k.d.'s amazing vocals are wasted on this song.
11. Angels We Have Heard On High: Merecedes takes lead on this one and is surprisingly reserved in her delivery--at first. The belting comes later in the song. The arrangement is kind of Contemporary/Christian/Gospel/Jazzy (reminds me of something you'd hear on the Mariah Carey Christmas album). Best part is the second half with Amber Riley ad libbing and the chorus taking liberties with the original melody.
12. O Holy Night: 5 whopping minutes of Rachel taking on this larger than life Christmas classic. This is a pretty traditional arrangement, with the chorus coming in strong at the end. It's really nothing you haven't heard before. Lea Michele handles it nicely though.
Which is why it's easy to see how this album doesn't really serve as an outstanding Christmas listening experience, for many of the renditions here are rather generic. There are very few glee-tastic arrangements, but the CD does combine a notable mix of classics and more contemporary Christmas hits. This is my take on these tracks:
1. We Need A Little Christmas: Tina, Mercedes and Kurt take the lead on this contemporary classic. A nice upbeat start--definitely sounds like the standard showtune rendition of this song.
2. Deck the Rooftop: This is a mashup of Deck the Halls and Up on the Rooftop. One of the best tracks on here. A very pop/upbeat version that is modeled to replicate the arrangement of the Beyonce track "Single Ladies". The whole cast sings this one, with solos throughout.
3. Merry Christmas Darling: What can I say? There are very few songs out there that simply can't be touched by anyone other than the original artist, and this is one of them. It just isn't the same song without Karen Carpenter's voice. Naturally, Lea Michele is a phenomenal singer and (smartly) plays it safe, sticking to the subtle, gentle delivery, but--I'll say it again. It's just not Karen Carpenter. The tone of Karen's voice did all the emoting for her no matter what she sang.
4. Baby It's Cold Outside: gaying it up a bit, this song is a duet between Kurt and his new love interest Blaine. Ironically, it's a real...um...limp rendition of this playful song. They simply sing it straight, lacking all the flirtation that makes this such a romantic little number. Check out the duet versions between either Barry Manilow and KT Oslin (my favorite) or the more recent version by Rod Stewart and Dolly Parton to see how it should be done.
5. The Most Wonderful Day of the Year: Fun fun fun--this is a simple homage to the original Misfit Toys from Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer. If this isn't presented on the show as a stop motion version of the Glee cast then they will have missed a huge opportunity.
6. Last Christmas: A pretty straightforward take on the Wham hit from the 80s, with Rachel and Finn taking the lead.
7. God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen: This one's for the girls. A nice, mellow version of this traditional carol, sung by Rachel, Mercedes, Santana, and Tina.
8. O Christmas Tree: Mr. Schu gets a solo cut. A pretty standard take on this one, with a bit of unique approaches on the second half, including a bit of choral background.
9. Jingle Bells: This one's for the boys. Finn, Puck and Artie share lead on this swinging big band version.
10. You're A Mean One Mr. Grinch: Is k.d. Lang going to guest star on the Christmas episode? Mr. Schu narrates this one with words directly from the Dr. Seuss classic, with k.d. Lang handling the vocals of the song. Finally, at the end, the two duet on the remainder of the song. Personally, I feel k.d.'s amazing vocals are wasted on this song.
11. Angels We Have Heard On High: Merecedes takes lead on this one and is surprisingly reserved in her delivery--at first. The belting comes later in the song. The arrangement is kind of Contemporary/Christian/Gospel/Jazzy (reminds me of something you'd hear on the Mariah Carey Christmas album). Best part is the second half with Amber Riley ad libbing and the chorus taking liberties with the original melody.
12. O Holy Night: 5 whopping minutes of Rachel taking on this larger than life Christmas classic. This is a pretty traditional arrangement, with the chorus coming in strong at the end. It's really nothing you haven't heard before. Lea Michele handles it nicely though.
27 of 29 people found the following review helpful
By J. Braun
Format:MP3 Music
If you're a fan of the Glee cast, you'll enjoy the performances and arrangements on this fun holiday album.
However, you might want to avoid the MP3 download version and order the CD so that you can rip it yourself.
Regrettably, these tracks are encoded at 128 KB and they sound shrill and tinny. I am surprised because Amazon MP3's are usually vastly better in quality than those available on iTunes. Their quality control broke down on this album, I am afraid.
However, you might want to avoid the MP3 download version and order the CD so that you can rip it yourself.
Regrettably, these tracks are encoded at 128 KB and they sound shrill and tinny. I am surprised because Amazon MP3's are usually vastly better in quality than those available on iTunes. Their quality control broke down on this album, I am afraid.
20 of 23 people found the following review helpful
By ems25
Format:MP3 Music|Amazon Verified Purchase
I bought this CD when it first came out and have loved it. Last night, the Glee Christmas episode aired, and I was disappointed to learn that one of the songs from the show is not on the CD - Welcome Christmas (from the Grinch). It was one of the most meaningful songs on the show and they left it off the CD.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars
Really fun Christmas album.
I am enjoying this CD. The music is very pleasant and I enjoy it while driving or doing paperwork. Goodbye.
Published 3 days ago by Rebecca Lynn Harrison
4.0 out of 5 stars
GLEE Christmas
This album has a great variety of the christmas classics and contemporary ones as well.
There is a good arrangment of voices and pair up voices.
There is a good arrangment of voices and pair up voices.
Published 1 month ago by Wendy Miller
4.0 out of 5 stars
Classic with modern twist.
Great album of holiday classics with the traditional Glee twist. Soulful and holiday inspiration. Love it, totally put me in the holiday spirit.
Published 3 months ago by Tiffany Ann Weber
5.0 out of 5 stars
Everyone should have one of these
What a perfect gift! I really can't wait to get them out next holiday season. There is something to appeal to many different tastes.
Published 3 months ago by Judith E. Scott
5.0 out of 5 stars
Filled our holidays with GLEE!
I knew we would love this CD because we just plain LOVE Glee! Very cheerful, fun to sing along, great song selection...
Published 3 months ago by MegRose
5.0 out of 5 stars
glee the christmas album
this was a christmas gift, and the item was packaged well, quick shipment and was a great surprise to the recipient. thanks
Published 4 months ago by t robertson
5.0 out of 5 stars
I loooved it!
I listened to this all Christmas season, and had a blast singing along with my little sister! I encourage everyone to check this out!
Published 4 months ago by cira
1.0 out of 5 stars
Glee: The Music, The Christmas Album
Our CD was defective. The volume of the song went up and down randomly on all selections. When we tried to return it because it was defective Amazon would not take it back... Read more
Published 4 months ago by A. Miller-Fredericks
5.0 out of 5 stars
Classic Glee
This is the good old school glee, before they got so complicated. It is has a great variety of songs and many differnt voices.
Published 4 months ago by Rose Recchia
5.0 out of 5 stars
christmas present
i bought this for a christmas present because my girlfriend enjoys the show. i have this one for myself and it is a great cd
Published 4 months ago by Chris M. Marquardt
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