Our Review
There was an unusual richness to the arrangements on Lance Gibbon's Christmas. A bit too bold and cinematic to be called New Age, it might be better categorized as pop electronica. I might even characterize Gibbon's work as "feel good" seasonal music.
There is lot to be said for cool, crisp, and clean electronic arrangements. I like the thoughtful and unpretentious instrumental blend, even early in the Christmas season.
Gibbon performs a nice set of traditional favorites. I particularly liked the audacious Hark the Herald Angels Sing, and the bold, upbeat Little Drummer Boy. At times, I thought I heard the influence of John Williams, which was enjoyable, too.
Speaking its truth without being overbearing, this record works either in foreground or background.
--Richard Banks
(Reviewed in 2000)
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Lance Gibbon
Christmas Featuring Lance Gibbon
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Label: Absolute
Length: 43 minutes
Genre: Electronic
Release: 1996
Track List
| Song Title |
|---|
| Hark the Herald Angels Sing |
| Angels We Have Heard on High |
| Little Drummer Boy |
| Away in a Manger |
| Joy to the World |
| I Wonder As I Sander |
| Silent Night |
| We Three Kings |
| Adeste Fideles |
| The First Nöel |