You might be surprised to see Rodney Carrington listed under “Gifts For The Whole Family” – but this outrageous country comedian has shown his softer side with a brand new holiday album, Make It Christmas. “People hear my funny songs and always say that I have a great voice,” Carrington explains. “They ask me why I don’t do some serious music. So, this record ain’t got a funny song on it. It’s a big-band, Frank Sinatra-type Christmas record; something I’ve always wanted to do.” I was certainly surprised to such smooth music from this well-known jokester! I had no idea that he has such a versatile voice – I have to say, I’m impressed that this bawdy comedian can croon so sweetly.
I like the big-band interpretation of the Christmas standards on this album, because it reminds me of the Christmas records that we always listened to when I was growing up. In addition to the traditional standbys, there are also several contemporary tracks on here, including covers of “Grown Up Christmas List”, and “Mary Did You Know”. Carrington also brings us some original tracks, including the lighthearted “The Presents Under The Tree (Better Be For Me)” and “Camouflage and Christmas Lights”, dedicated to troops serving overseas during the holidays. The album does hop genres a bit, from the Rat Pack-styled classic carols to the traditional country arrangements of the newer material – but overall, this is a warm and pleasant album to listen to while trimming the tree and wrapping presents.
Click here to listen to a stream of “Camouflage and Christmas Lights”. You can purchase Make It Christmas wherever music is sold and also on Amazon for $10.99
I could probably use this..I’m having a problem getting into the Christmas spirit this year.