Comments on: Review: Patty Loveless, Bluegrass And White Snow, A Mountain Christmas

By: Steve from Boston

Steve from Boston — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 05:50:43 +0000

Thank you for the kind words Razor and Tara, glad you enjoyed it.

I actually picked up Emmylou’s Light of the Stable the other day, and I really like it, almost as much as Patty’s BGWS. The influence on Patty’s album is clear, but once again Patty and Emory take concept and inspiration to new heights and ultimate expression.

Patty Loveless and Emmylou Harris each have their own brand of magic. These two albums are both great examples of consumate artists infusing their respective Christmas projects with class, authenticity and creative good taste.

By: Tara Seetharam

Tara Seetharam — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 16:29:05 +0000

I really enjoy the imagery in this write-up, Steve. It’s very appropriate for this particular album. I’m going to have to go back and listen to some of these songs because it’s been awhile since I’ve done so.

because after Christmas theres an 11 month gap I wont be hearing it so I better get my fix in.

You should join Leeann (I presume) and I and make that a 10 month gap :)

By: CountryFan

CountryFan — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 04:14:38 +0000

Razor, Emmy’s “Light of the Stable” is PHENOMENAL and one of my favorite cds, agreed wholeheartedly. PL cited that as a influence when recording this record and I can definitely feel it.

By: highwayman3

highwayman3 — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 03:41:11 +0000

My favourite of the set is ‘Christmas Times A Comin’ her verion is a staple around the holidays, usually repeat it none stop with no guilt of wearing it out because after Christmas theres an 11 month gap I wont be hearing it so I better get my fix in.
For the record I dont believe in listening to carols year round, just during the season.

By: Razor X

Razor X — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 03:00:59 +0000

This is one of my favorite Christmas albums. Nice write-up, Steve. Anyone who likes this album should also check out Emmylou Harris' Light of the Stable.

By: Steve from Boston

Steve from Boston — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 07:20:43 +0000

Actually Stephen (Mainstream) I do, well done! I guess that would make me (Traditional) Stephen. ;)

Glad you like Patty’s duet with RLH on Little Drummer Boy…You are so right, I think this may be the best example of warm and gentle vocals from Patty.

By: Stephen (Mainstream)

Stephen (Mainstream) — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 19:47:46 +0000

Like the name change? haha. I have to say though, I have never heard a better version of Little Drummer Boy. I think the song fits her vocal stylings perfectly. The harmonies flow effortlessly and I really, thoroughly enjoyed it.

By: Steve from Boston

Steve from Boston — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 06:18:35 +0000

Quoting Stephen:

“November 30, 2009 at 9:15 pm
I know this is blasphemous, but I hate her style of singing. No doubt she’s got an instrument, but I dislike the sound of it. It’s a great voice though.”

Just for the record folks, even though we spell our names the same, this is a different Stephen. ;)

I do appreciate your input, and that you acknowledge that Patty has a great voice even though hers isn’t your favorite style of singing.

Still, we gotta see about getting your name changed. ;)

And Kristina, you are so right…even though this album contains a few songs that children will really love, this is a gimmick-free record. That’s part of the beauty of it.

Still, Patty has sung a Christmas song with chipmunks, not children…”Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” with Alvin and the gang. They all did a great job. ;) Just didn’t fit the project though.

By: Kristina

Kristina — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 02:57:23 +0000

Bluegrass and White Snow is by far my favorite Christmas album. I have been listening to it nearly nonstop, Switching off with TPatH’s new Live Anthology, over the past few days. It’s just so perfect and it avoids my Christmas music pet peeve “Come on kids lets sing” moments where groups of cutely horrid sounding children join in.

By: Stephen

Stephen — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 02:15:28 +0000

I know this is blasphemous, but I hate her style of singing. No doubt she’s got an instrument, but I dislike the sound of it. It’s a great voice though.