Binding: Audio CD
EAN: 0886971907520
Format: Soundtrack
Label: Jive
Manufacturer: Jive
MPN: 719075
Number Of Discs: 1
Publisher: Jive
Release Date: 2007-11-20
Studio: Jive

The first minute of this R&B-flavored soundtrack's title song is a little scary: Chris Brown fires off a volley of sugary, overdone melisma, and you think this may be the one of the most treacly holiday tunes ever--until the beat comes in and Brown morphs into Stevie Wonder. Phew! His tendency to over-emote flashes again on the cover of "Try a Little Tenderness," but Brown gets back on course and indicates why he's turned into a genuine R&B hopeful. On the other hand, American Idol (and new Brown label-mate) winner Jordin Sparks' take on "I'll Be Home for Christmas" is undermined by the cheap synths in the background. Sparks makes less of an impression than another newcomer, Lina, an L.A. singer who got less media coverage but whose jazzy "Santa Baby" is a lot of fun. Still, the young 'uns have a way to go before they get close to the awesome power of the trifecta of soul/R&B greats (Aretha Franklin, Marvin Gaye, Luther Vandross) that makes up the core of the CD. --Elisabeth Vincentelli

Customer Rating:
Summary: Excellent Soundtract
Comment: I watched the movie and loved the soundtrack. This was a perfect purchase for the holiday season. Ordering was easy and shipping was fast. Very pleased with the product and would recommend it to everyone.

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Customer Rating:
Summary: Wonderful holiday treat!
Comment: I absolutely loved the movie and after seeing it knew I had to get the soundtrack. I've never heard of Chris Brown before seeing the movie and was awed by his voice and couldn't wait to be able to hear it over again. Unfortunately not every song is on the CD but it is wonderful all the same. A must have for those who love the soulful sound.

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Customer Rating:
Summary: Family Gatherings -- Fell the LOVE!!!
Comment: This is an awesome CD and reminds of happier Christmas' and family gatherings. Each time I listen to it, I can feel the love!! I espedally would like to thank newcomer Chris Brown for his rendition of "This Christmas" and my alltime favorite "Try A Little Tenderness". GOD Bless!!

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Customer Rating:
Summary: Fantastic Arrangements
Comment: Its a wonderfully done CD. I bought it basically for the Chris Brown version of "Try A Little Tenderness". The other songs are masterpieces also. It will be played every Christmas as part of my Holiday music and in between just for enjoyment.

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Customer Rating:
Summary: EXCELLENT
Comment: This CD is awesome. It gives a variety of up beat and mellow sounds and has music for young and old. It is the perfect holiday CD for for the soul music lover.

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