What Christmas Means to Me - Rahsaan Patterson, Gaye, Anna Gordy
This Is the Season
Peace and Joy
That First Christmas
Angels (Sing)
Little Drummer Boy - Rahsaan Patterson, Public Domain
Christmas at My House - Rahsaan Patterson, Hunt, Van
Wonderful Christmastime - Rahsaan Patterson, McCartney, Paul
The Ultimate Gift
Angels (Reprise) [Version]
Following the release of his critically acclaimed CD Wines & Spirits, Rahsaan Patterson lights up the Season with his first ever Christmas project, The Ultimate Gift. Debuting eight new original songs and showcasing th... more »e soon to be classic Christmas At My House, The Ultimate Gift also features the perennial favorite Little Drummer Boy, reworked and styled as only Rahsaan can. Produced by Rahsaan Patterson, Jamey Jaz, and Keith Crouch« less
Following the release of his critically acclaimed CD Wines & Spirits, Rahsaan Patterson lights up the Season with his first ever Christmas project, The Ultimate Gift. Debuting eight new original songs and showcasing the soon to be classic Christmas At My House, The Ultimate Gift also features the perennial favorite Little Drummer Boy, reworked and styled as only Rahsaan can. Produced by Rahsaan Patterson, Jamey Jaz, and Keith Crouch
"As we have come to expect from this unbelievably talented man, Rahsaan's first foray into holiday music is unique, lovely and haunting. Holiday hooks you right in, and from there Rahsaan invites you on a personal, emotional journey into his beautiful world. There's tears and joy along the way, some great covers, and his collaboration with Van Hunt, Christmas at My House. This is the holiday CD that you can laugh, dance and be moved to...it is Christmas music that manages to avoid being overly sentimental, sappy or contrived. From the cover you sense a non-traditional vibe and that's what The Ultimate Gift delivers. Thank you Rahsaan for giving us a message of love and peace, it's exactly what we wanted!"
A fresh take on Christmas
John Jones | Chicago IL | 12/03/2008
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Rahsaan continues his winning streak with this phenomenal holiday album. The new tunes are gorgeous - listen to the complex melodies of "Peace and Joy" or the killer chord progressions on the title track for proof that Rahsaan is a true original. And for a dose of contagious yuletide funk, look no further than "Holiday." He even breathes fresh life into Paul McCartney's "Wonderful Christmastime" and Stevie Wonder's "What Christmas Means to Me." Dozens of Christmas albums come out every year, and few truly stand out...this is one of them."
Nice collection of X-mas songs.
Ardelia Parker-killings | 10/30/2008
(4 out of 5 stars)
"I was not aware that Rahsaan had a X-mas album out until I looked on Amazon. I knew I had to get it. I really like the collection of songs he chose to sing. This man is amazing and I love his voice. The songs peace and joy (can't get enough of this soulful song), little drummer boy and X-mas at my house are some favorites of mine. I just wish this album was promoted better because this would be a nice gift for anyone young and old."
This CD Got Major Play During The Holidays @ My House!!
MUZIK4THAPEOPLE!! | Orlando, FL | 01/03/2009
(4 out of 5 stars)
"WOW!!--This contemporary holiday compilation of both original
and classic material was done with a very noveau twist by one
of the best and most underrated male R&B/Pop vocalist of our time...
Mr. Rahsaan Patterson!! (No, not Robin Thicke or Justin Timberlake!)
Why mainstream success has continued to elude this talented singer/songwriter/producer/arranger
is BEYOND my comprehension, and a sure sign (in my book)
that there is something SERIOUSLY wrong with the
music industry today when talented artists like him,
Jill Scott, Ledesi, Van Hunt, Jon B., Me'shell N'Degeocello
and others continue to get little or no exposure on radio
or television, while bull-crappy so-called artists with
1/4 of their talent go on to rule the airwaves & media!!
Anywayz, this holiday CD (along with LEDISI & Al Jarreau's)
recieved major airplay in my house along with the old school
XMAS jams that I already had in my collection and I turned
at least 50 people I knew on to them!
Rahsaan is a pure artist and gives each song he sings a
signature touch that leaves the discerning listener wanting more!
Every track on here, with the exception of his trite treatment
of Stevie Wonder's "What Christmas Means To Me" (which left me
cold and still reaching for the original!) is a testimony
to his great talent!
So that means that this CD doesn't disappoint in the least
and is well worth adding to your collection! (-:"
Funky Christmas
Kay Dee | USA | 12/28/2008
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This christmas CD is quite funky, easy to listen too and you'll find yourself singing along after the first listen."