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Michael W. Smith & Friends – The Spirit Of Christmas / Featuring: Vince Gill, Lady Antebellum, Little Big Town, Martina McBride, Amy Grant, Carrie Underwood, Jennifer Nettles, Bono, Michael McDonald / MWS Group Audio CD 2014 / B002163002
UPC 602537757985
Summary:
Embrace the joy of the season with a star-studded celebration!
Michael W. Smith & Friends: The Spirit Of Christmas is a heartwarming collection of holiday classics sung in beautiful duets by Smith and a who's who of country and Christian music luminaries. This 2014 album is guaranteed to fill your heart with Christmas cheer and make your holiday season sparkle.
Experience the magic of:
- Vocal powerhouses: Vince Gill, Lady Antebellum, Little Big Town, Martina McBride, Amy Grant, Carrie Underwood, Jennifer Nettles, Bono, and Michael McDonald lend their soulful voices to beloved carols and fresh takes on festive favorites.
- Genre-bending charm: From the joyful swing of "Happy Holiday/Holiday Season" to the poignant reflections of "The Spirit Of Christmas," the album seamlessly blends country twang, pop melodies, and gospel influences, creating a truly unique and inspiring Christmas experience.
- Award-winning excellence: Recognized as the 2015 Dove Award winner for Christmas Album of the Year, The Spirit Of Christmas is a critically acclaimed masterpiece that will surely become a holiday tradition in your household.
Highlights include:
- The tender vulnerability of "Somewhere In My Memory" with Audrey Smith, daughter of Michael W. Smith.
- The soaring gospel-infused rendition of "What Child Is This" with Martina McBride.
- The powerful and emotional duet of "Christmas Day" with Jennifer Nettles.
- Bono's spoken word performance on "The Darkest Midnight," adding a touch of introspective depth to the album.
- Michael McDonald's soulful crooning on the timeless classic "Peace."
More than just Christmas music, The Spirit Of Christmas is a celebration of faith, friendship, and the true meaning of the season. So, gather your loved ones, warm up by the fire, and let the spirit of Christmas wash over you as you immerse yourself in this stunning collection of musical joy.
Available now on Audio CD, this festive treasure is a must-have for any music lover or Christmas enthusiast.
The Spirit of Christmas, officially titled as Michael W. Smith & Friends: The Spirit of Christmas is a duet Christmas album by Christian recording artist Michael W. Smith, released on September 30, 2014, through Capitol Records. This is Smith's fourth Christmas album. His previous Christmas album, It's a Wonderful Christmas, was released in 2007. The Spirit of Christmas won 2015 Dove Award for Christmas Album of the Year.
Tracklist:
1 | The Miracle Of Christmas | 1:43 | |
2 | It's The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year | 2:38 | |
3 | Happy Holiday / Holiday Season | 3:06 | |
4 |
Christmas Time Is Here |
3:01
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5 | White Christmas |
3:49
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6 | Somewhere In My Memory |
3:21
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7 | The Spirit Of Christmas | 5:21 | |
8 | Silent Night |
4:18
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9 | What Child Is This |
4:20
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10 | Almost There |
3:38
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11 | All Is Well |
3:55
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12 | Christmas Day |
3:13
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13 | The Darkest Midnight |
1:39
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14 | Peace |
3:11 |
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