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O Holy Night

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This is one of the greatest Christmas albums ever recorded. John Berry is one of country music's greatest artists. And now he adds his vocals to some of the greatest songs ever written about the birth of Christ our Lord. Berry's version of "O Holy Night" is the greatest version ever recorded of my all time favorite Christmas song! If the rest of the album was bad (which it's nowhere near bad), I would keep it just for "O Holy Night." I believe that everybody should listen to this record. It really gets you in the spirit of what Christmas is all about. Grade: A+

Although John has had moderate success as a Country Music artist without a doubt he is best known, in general, for this Christmas album. When the album was released in 1995 (CD was released in 1997), it immediately made a presence on the music charts and fan's collections!

In what I like to think as the Showdown of who sings "O Holy Night" better, John or Martina McBride.... it's John that wins in my book. John has this wonderful raspy, smoky voice that allows him to get to the lower notes while reaching and obtaining the high notes on "O Holy Night."

John sings the traditional Christmas classics such as "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen" and "Little Drummer Boy." This CD has more of the Christian influence and music than Martina's which makes both a great companion set!

John's country twang is heard on all of the songs but you don't get the impression that it's a Country album. This CD is perfect for a Christmas Eve dinner, celebration, or just to get you in the real spirit and reason of the season!

If you need to listen to any song sample for proof that this CD will remain a favorite, listen to "O Holy Night" or "O Come All Ye Faithful."

If you only scrape up enough money to buy one Christmas CD...make it this one.

And if you listen to John's version of "O Holy Night" and don't break into tears or get a chill down your spine, then there might be something very wrong with you :)

Incredible perfection.

My heart melts every time I listen to this CD. This album really helps you feel God's peace for the Christmas season. Best rendition of "O Holy Night" ever!

It simply doesn't get any better than this. Forget Andy Williams, Perry Como and all the rest...this is the voice of Christmas...past and present! I have bought so many of these CD's for family and friends and they love it just as much as I do.

Connie Capuano Grove City, Ohio

This CD is in no way a 'country' CD, so if you're not a country fan, don't hesitate to buy it! And if you are a country fan, why haven't you bought it yet?? The arrangements on this album are just beautiful - my particular favorite is 'Silent Night'. Lots of strings and woodwinds - very traditional yet fresh sounding. And Mr. Berry's voice is one in a million - very unique, rich, and addictive! All in all one of the best, if not THE best, Christmas album made by any country or pop artist.

His verson of O Holy Night is worth the price of the CD. I have never had a song send chills down my spine like John's version. A must have for Christmas.

These songs are the true meaning of "Christ"mas. I listen to the CD year round. I lost it and had to replace it. John Berry's voice in amazing.

This is about as fine a Christmas album as I've ever heard! I bought it after hearing "O Holy Night" on the radio, and every other song is just as good. Excellent!

I bought this for my girlfriend...paid attention to the hints...She loves it! If she's happy, I'm happy!