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Binding: Audio CD EAN: 0886973547922 Label: Sony Legacy Manufacturer: Sony Legacy Number Of Discs: 1 Publisher: Sony Legacy Release Date: 2008-10-14 Studio: Sony Legacy
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Spotlight customer reviews: Customer Rating: Summary: Elvis is the Greatest Comment: There will never be another singer like Elvis who has impacted so many people into his life even after his death. He was a great singer and entertainer. Customer Rating: Summary: Christmas Duets Comment: If Elvis were still with us I feel sure he would have recorded duets with stars of the day by now. Certainly doing duets with country stars wouldn't be a stretch. Would he like this album? Why not? It's well done. It certainly pays homage to his music and memory. Sure it would be better if he were actually there to contribute in person. But... Me? I love the CD. Customer Rating: Summary: Fun overall, but lacks some chemistry. Comment: "Christmas Duets" is not a waste of money, but it could be better. Ever since the day that Celine Dion did a duet with Elvis on American Idol, there has been a new standard for such performances. I am not a huge Celine fan, but I will concede that her vocals managed to bring back some of the charming presence of Elvis. Elvis Presley's "Christmas Duets" is another story. I believe all the stars on this album intended to do a wonderful job, and all things considered, they sang quite well. However, it is difficult to provide the sense of Elvis' presence when singing with old recordings. These Elvis recordings were originally solo works, which is one possible reason for the lack of chemistry. Another reason is that Elvis was unfortunately not here to reciprocate glances and to share the performance. Elvis would likely have presented these songs slightly different if he had originally sung them in a duet. Overall, the chemistry on this CD is on or below par with Elvis. However, I did find some entertaining highlights within this CD. My favorite track is Olivia Newton-John's "O Come, All Ye Faithful". Olivia's musical experience brings her nearest to the lush sounds we would hear in a real duet with Elvis. Here are some interesting facts: I know that Elvis covered two of Olivia Newton-John's early songs ("Let Me Be There" and "If You Love Me Let Me Know") on "Moody Blue", his last album to be released in his lifetime. I also know that Olivia Newton-John has previous experience singing duets with posthumous musicians. Newton-John released a duets CD titled "2" that includes a very touching recording titled, "Tender-field Saddler". "Tender-field Saddler" was originally sung by the now deceased Australian songwriter and entertainer Peter Allen. Olivia's duet with Peter Allen has been described as a modern miracle in musical technology. She also sings "Tender-field Saddler" live on her new DVD, "Live In Sydney". Another highlight is "I'll Be Home For Christmas", sung by Carrie Underwood. The clear and penetrating vocals of Carrie are very well placed, and not overpowering. Like others on this CD, Carrie is very respectful to Elvis, who probably seems like a mythical superhero musician that she grew up hearing but not seeing. Martina McBride, LeAnn Rimes, and Wynonna Judd also sing quite well. I enjoyed Judd's sassy, playful voice in "Santa Claus Is Back In Town." Overall I can easily recommend purchasing this CD. "Christmas Duets" will be fun to come back to year after year. Customer Rating: Summary: Wonderful! Comment: I am a huge Elvis fan and was not disappointed by this! It is a wonderful CD for anyone who loves Elvis and Christmas together! I even bought one for my mother in-law who is another die hard Elvis fan. I can't wait for the next one! Customer Rating: Summary: Not up to Elvis's standard. Comment: This album lacks the originality that Elvis's original Christmas release held. The female accompanists sound tacked on instead of integrated. You find yourself wishing they would be quiet so you could hear Elvis. Instead of isolating Elvis's voice and recreating the music and melody, they simply overlay famous female artists' voices over the top. The entire project feels like a money grab. These duets lack the creativity and originality that recent re releases like "A Little Less Conversation" and "Rubber Neckin" had. Innovation is what made Elvis "King". This is not up to that standard. More Reviews
Editorial Reviews: Elvis' most cherished holiday classics reinterpreted by today's biggest female stars with Elvis Presley! The album features 'Blue Christmas' with Martina McBride, 'I'll Be Home for Christmas' with Carrie Underwood, 'Here Comes Santa Claus' with LeAnn Rimes, 'Santa Clause Is Back In Town' with Wynonna Judd 'Silent Night' with Sara Evans, 'White Christmas' with Amy Grant plus Gretchen Wilson, Karen Fairchild & Kimberly Schlapman of Little Big Town, Anne Murray, Olivia Newton-John and three Bonus Tracks.