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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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53 of 56 people found the following review helpful
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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! :)
35 of 37 people found the following review helpful
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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!
13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
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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
STRAIGHT NO CHASER REVIEW
A TERRIFIC ACAPELLA VOCAL GROUP. THEIR INTRICATE HARMONY AND UNIQUE VOCALS MAKE YOU WANT TO HEAR MORE. I CAN'T WAIT TO SEE THEM IN PERSON.
Published 20 days ago by Edwin Downey
Makes a great stocking stuffer
I bought this as one of the small stocking stuffers for my girlfriend a few years ago. She loves Straight No Chaser now.
It's good to put on every now and then.
It's good to put on every now and then.
Published 1 month ago by Dan from DC
Great!
This group is the best. I went to IU and remember when they were just a college group. I just attended one of their concerts this past December and it was amazing!
Published 2 months ago by LexMark
Very Enjoyable!
My Family really enjoys listening to these guys! The arrangements are great and the blend of voices is magic. I could listen to this year round. Read more
Published 2 months ago by M. J. Liszak
holiday spirits, indeed!
I'm a Christmas music lover and am always looking for recordings that change up these traditional songs in a new and interesting way. Read more
Published 3 months ago by julianne p diesch
Absolutely Delightful!
I enjoyed it so much, I sent it as a gift to family members who in turn gifted it to their friends.
We all felt the presence of the "holiday spirit" through the talented,... Read more
We all felt the presence of the "holiday spirit" through the talented,... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Raven
Excellent Holiday CD!
I love Straight No Chaser! Had to have this wonderful Holiday CD! It is amazing how you can enjoy a song with no music in the background...all accapella!
Published 5 months ago by Bowling Gal
Love this Album and SNC
Just as did thousands of their other fans, I discovered SNC on YouTube; and wasted no time in ordering their Christmas album. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Cidspimms
New Holiday Favorite CD
This is my new favorite holiday CD! The guys sound heavenly and there's a nice mix of traditional Christmas carols, fun songs and new compositions. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Candorable
Fantastic!
I have never heard of this group and just happened to cross over their album and I am shocked at how great it is! Read more
Published 5 months ago by Erica Reid
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