Customer Reviews

This Is Christmas

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For me, Luther Vandross, while holding onto his "superstar" status, has yet to make a TOTAL album that fits his mellifluous vocal instrument. After listening to any one of the discs in his lengthy catalogue, I often felt that they each just fell a wee bit short.

Well, with my annual purchase of holiday music, I decided to make this seven-year-old release a part of my collection.

And, man, am I glad that I did.

The singer has put together a smoothly produced, elegantly delivered "treat" for all as they celebrate the most joyous of holidays. Vandross does his patented "Lutherisms" on each song; making even the few songs presented uniquely his. The perennial favorite "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" is given a spin that only he, and he only alone, can give.

The measure of an album for me can be found in the first songs and, on that note, the singer scores a winner. "With a Christmas Heart", "This is Christmas" (magnificent), and "The Mistletoe Jam" (reminiscent of "Till My Baby Comes Home") are as good as he gets.

I rank this one as a latter-day equivalent to the Christmas album made by the late, great Nat "King" Cole. That's how outstanding it is.

I believe it is.

I have had this album for 4 years now & it's still my first choice among other Christmas albums that we have.

Luther's vocals are truly remarkable. The crispness & clarity of the recording has to be heard to be appreciated. Fortunately my 93 Ford Fairmont (Australian) has an exeptional sound system & many a pedestrian has cast an inquisitive gaze my way when I have had "Every Year Every Christmas" cranked up.

The fact that Luther has used many new songs of his own, rather than just re release an album of traditionals is a refreshing change for anyone looking for a standout Christmas Album.

Using other big name artists such as Clarence Clemons, Marcus Miller & Darlene Love is also a big plus.

Buy this Album & to get the best out of it listen to it on a really good system you will be truly inspired at this inspiring time of the year.

Hey Luther, How about a tour down under!

I BOUGHT THIS RECORDING AT CHRISTMAS SIMPLY BECAUSE I OWN EVERY CD MADE BY LUTHER,AND NEEDED IT TO COMPLETE MY COLLECTION.THAT WAS TWO YEARS AGO AND IT IS STILL IN MY CD PLAYER.I LOVE IT!!IT'S WONDERFUL,AT CHRISTMAS AND ANY TIME YOU NEED TO BE CHEERED UP.LUTHER IS AND ALWAYS WILL BE MY #1 FAVORITE.HE HASN'T DISAPPOINTED ME YET,AND THIS RECORDING WILL NOT DISAPPOINT EITHER.

MY FAVORITE SONG IS EVERY YEAR. HOWEVER THE REMAKES THAT LUTHER ADDED ARE WONDERFUL.I DO WISH HE WOULD HAVE DONE THE CHRISTMAS SONG THAT WOULD BOOST THIS CD TO A 10 PLUS ON MY CHARTS. WHENEVER I PULL OUT THE CHRISTMAS MUSIC USUALLY DECEMBER 1 THIS ONE GOES ON FIRST AND ALWAYS GETS THE MOST PLAY ... SO GO OUT AND GET IT LITE THE FIREPLACE AND WHETHER YOU ARE ALONE OR WITH A LOVE ONE SIT BACK AND ENJOY THIS MUSIC IT HAS A WAY OF REALLY PUTTING YOU IN THE HOLIDAY MOOD. THANKS A BUNCH LUTHER!

at Christmas is this CD by Luther Vandross. Luther does a beautiful job of capturing the feelings of the season, from the bouncy/funky "Mistle Toe Jam," to the soulful, determination of "Every Year, Every Christmas," which is my favorite song on the CD. Luther makes each song his own, whether it's a Christmas standard ("My Favorite Things") or his own original work ("This is Christmas"). The perfect party CD on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day and the days to follow. A new, original classic.

Hearing the name LUTHER VANDROSS excites me!! This cd is a MUST BUY for Luther fans and for those who desire a departure from the standard Christmas songs. Every song is a great song.

Luther displays his artistry on this cd. My favorite tune is "Every Year, Every Christmas".

Buy this cd, you won't be disappointed.

I LOVE this album! I always skip past "Mistletoe Jam", which is terrible and doesn't fit with the rest of the feeling of the CD, but aside from that -- it's soothing, relaxing, beautiful, puts you right in the spirit of Christmas.... a true classic!

For those looking to add some new Christmas songs to the usual holiday musical offerings, then this is a perfect album to get. 7 of the 10 songs are Luther originals. Here you will find songs of inspiration, romantic songs and fun songs. What more could you want? The lyrics? Yes, they are included too. A terrific addition to anyone's Christmas collection.

I Enjoy Listening to Luther He Has such Wonderful Voice And it's also got that calmness to just sit by the fireplace and just relax

This CD absolutely captures the true essence of Christmas. It is truly magical and is my favorite holiday CD. You will love it too!