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Originally formed a dozen years ago while students together at Indiana University, the a cappella group has reassembled and reemerged after their video for 'The 12 Days of Christmas' became a phenomenon with almost 8 million views on YouTube. In an era when so much pop music is the product of digital processing and vocal pro-tooling, Straight No Chaser is the real deal- the captivating sound of ten unadulterated human voices coming together to make extraordinary music that is moving people in a fundamental sense...and with a sense of humor.
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56 of 59 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
This album is a PERFECT addition to your Christmas CD collection! There are classic Christmas songs, NEW Christmas songs, and twists of your favorites. You MUST listen! These guys are fantastic!!
My favorites are (of course) The 12 Days of Christmas (absolutely amazing!!!!), Santa Claus is Coming To Town, Indiana Christmas (original song that is wonderful...especially since I'm from Indiana!), and my favorite of all....Auld Lang Syne. You've never heard Auld Lang Syne arranged like this before!
It's amazing! Buy it today!!!! I'm already in the Christmas spirit and it's not even November yet! :)
My favorites are (of course) The 12 Days of Christmas (absolutely amazing!!!!), Santa Claus is Coming To Town, Indiana Christmas (original song that is wonderful...especially since I'm from Indiana!), and my favorite of all....Auld Lang Syne. You've never heard Auld Lang Syne arranged like this before!
It's amazing! Buy it today!!!! I'm already in the Christmas spirit and it's not even November yet! :)
37 of 39 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Straight No Chaser's "Holiday Spirits" is a must have addition to your Christmas music collection. While you may have many of these songs already in your collection, Dan Ponce and Walter Chase's arrangements and the tight a cappella harmonies Straight No Chaser fuses together are more than worth adding repeats to your collection. They also include two original songs, "Christmas Wish" and "Indiana Christmas", written by Dan Ponce the founder of the group.
Their humor is never more apparent than in their live version of "The 12 Days of Christmas", the only live song on the album. The song truly encompasses the feeling of watching them on stage, which I have been privileged to do many times throughout the 10 years since they were formed.
Give it a listen, or two, or three, add it as a permanent feature on your iPod, in your CD player, and have a Merry Christmas!
Their humor is never more apparent than in their live version of "The 12 Days of Christmas", the only live song on the album. The song truly encompasses the feeling of watching them on stage, which I have been privileged to do many times throughout the 10 years since they were formed.
Give it a listen, or two, or three, add it as a permanent feature on your iPod, in your CD player, and have a Merry Christmas!
15 of 16 people found the following review helpful
By Dee Star
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
After watching these guys on Youtube for over a year and loving their performances, I bought the cd in hopes they could keep the same beautiful harmonics and they didnt disappoint. AFter listening to the songs, I had to order more to give out as gifts this year. Couldnt think of a better way to spread the holiday cheer and share the passion and joy of the season. These guys have done a phenomenal job and I'm just thrilled they were able to share it with us.
Santa Claus is coming to town was arranged so beautifully, it became an instant favorite.
Jingle Bell Rock was always a favorite, but with their wonderful voices, it makes the instrumental version seem cheesy.
The Christmas song was never one of my personal faves, even with classic performers. But it fits perfectly with a 10 voice group that can show the true definition of how it SHOULD be done.
This Christmas is a fun song that you just cant hold still for. As soon as Jerome starts to sing, you cant help but bounce along.
Christmas Wish is a beautiful song and Dan Ponce did a fantastic job on the lyrics and arrangement.
Hark the Harald Angels Sing/Angels We Have Heard on High is a truly inspirational piece that brings out the feeling of the season. Their arrangement sounds like heaven opened up and allowed us the chance to hear a brief glimpse of perfection.
Little Saint Nick is probably one of my favorites. Like so many of their songs, they blew the original artists out of the water with their rendition!
12 Days of Christmas never gets old. I'm absolutely addicted to it. If I hear another version, I get mad and ask 'Where's Africa?" Now the song seems weak without it!
Indiana Christmas is another triumph by Dan. This song is tied for my all time favories. Though I'm from and live, in another state, this song makes me want to go to Indiana and feel the love and peace that seems to draw these guys to it. Perhaps thats why they're all so blessed. The atmosphere and people bring out the best. :D
Sweet Little Jesus Boy was a song I was unfamiliar with but was an instant hit. Steve does such a wonderful job.... you will cry. The song is so touching and sad, and its performed in such a way that you couldnt ask for a better presentation. Jesus is smiling!
Christmas is such a fun and quick tempo song that you cant help but sing along.
Carol of the Bells was beautiful done on Youtube but they surpassed themselves with the new arrangement. Charlie's deep voice resonates like a real bell and pulls you into the song. Just... wonderful!
Silent Night has a tendancy to get old with some artists but not with these guys. The alteration and mix of their voices add a fresh approach to an all time favorite.
Auld Lang Syne was never one of my favorites. Couldnt stand the song for the longest time. Now, with these fabulous guys in control of the harmony, I can't get enough of it. I find myself humming it all the time and listen to it with the speakers on full!
ALl in all, I would say the guys rank a 100, which no other group could possibly attain. Each of the ten guys gets a perfect 10. They are so talented.
This CD is definately worth every penny! I garantee you won't be disapponited by their performance.
Santa Claus is coming to town was arranged so beautifully, it became an instant favorite.
Jingle Bell Rock was always a favorite, but with their wonderful voices, it makes the instrumental version seem cheesy.
The Christmas song was never one of my personal faves, even with classic performers. But it fits perfectly with a 10 voice group that can show the true definition of how it SHOULD be done.
This Christmas is a fun song that you just cant hold still for. As soon as Jerome starts to sing, you cant help but bounce along.
Christmas Wish is a beautiful song and Dan Ponce did a fantastic job on the lyrics and arrangement.
Hark the Harald Angels Sing/Angels We Have Heard on High is a truly inspirational piece that brings out the feeling of the season. Their arrangement sounds like heaven opened up and allowed us the chance to hear a brief glimpse of perfection.
Little Saint Nick is probably one of my favorites. Like so many of their songs, they blew the original artists out of the water with their rendition!
12 Days of Christmas never gets old. I'm absolutely addicted to it. If I hear another version, I get mad and ask 'Where's Africa?" Now the song seems weak without it!
Indiana Christmas is another triumph by Dan. This song is tied for my all time favories. Though I'm from and live, in another state, this song makes me want to go to Indiana and feel the love and peace that seems to draw these guys to it. Perhaps thats why they're all so blessed. The atmosphere and people bring out the best. :D
Sweet Little Jesus Boy was a song I was unfamiliar with but was an instant hit. Steve does such a wonderful job.... you will cry. The song is so touching and sad, and its performed in such a way that you couldnt ask for a better presentation. Jesus is smiling!
Christmas is such a fun and quick tempo song that you cant help but sing along.
Carol of the Bells was beautiful done on Youtube but they surpassed themselves with the new arrangement. Charlie's deep voice resonates like a real bell and pulls you into the song. Just... wonderful!
Silent Night has a tendancy to get old with some artists but not with these guys. The alteration and mix of their voices add a fresh approach to an all time favorite.
Auld Lang Syne was never one of my favorites. Couldnt stand the song for the longest time. Now, with these fabulous guys in control of the harmony, I can't get enough of it. I find myself humming it all the time and listen to it with the speakers on full!
ALl in all, I would say the guys rank a 100, which no other group could possibly attain. Each of the ten guys gets a perfect 10. They are so talented.
This CD is definately worth every penny! I garantee you won't be disapponited by their performance.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Christmas and SNC go hand in hand...
As always, fantastic cd from SNC. "Hark! / Angels We Have Heard..." and "Auld Lang Syne" are probably my favorites...but really love it from beginning to end. Read more
Published 11 days ago by Tammy
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fabulous ..
Never heard of this group until a couple days ago .. heard them and loved them. They will be in my home town in Nov 2013 and I have already purchased my tickets and order a two... Read more
Published 13 days ago by Keith Cooper
5.0 out of 5 stars
Holiday fun
This was a different spin on many Christmas classics. I purchased it to be a bit different last Christmas and most of my family ended up purchasing it too. Read more
Published 24 days ago by Victoria Amrhein
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good
Gave it to my mom as a Christmas gift. She seemed to enjoy it. I liked the CD as well.
Published 1 month ago by JTress77
5.0 out of 5 stars
Straight No Chaser
Amazing group of voices, so easy to listen to, and I appreciate the Christmas holiday songs. Like to hear more from this group!
Published 1 month ago by Annalyn Karl
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wonderful
The songs truly capture the Christmas season. The voices blend so well. My favorite cut is Christmas in Indiana - never been there, but their arrangement makes me want to go! Read more
Published 2 months ago by Barbara C. Johnson Jones
4.0 out of 5 stars
Holiday Spirits
I always look for new and interesting holiday songs and collections, heard about this one from a friend who said it was worth having, so I ordered it. Really good!
Published 2 months ago by Charles B. Caessens
5.0 out of 5 stars
I Love it!
Love to listen to them all the time even if it's not Christmas! Would diffently recommend this CD to anyone!
Published 2 months ago by DJ
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent album
THis is a great holiday album. Straight No Chaser presents wonderful holiday and Christmas songs on this CD. Good family fun, and they are an outstanding a cappella group.
Published 3 months ago by C. Griffin
5.0 out of 5 stars
Another fabulous title by Straight No Chaser
If you are a fan of this group, you already know of the talent these men possess. But if you aren't, please pick this up. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Dranea79
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