"I have been a Rockapella fan for years, and have just found the best way to get their CD's. BASH is a superb Christmas album with a great mix of Traditional and New songs. Of course the Traditional is done the Rockapella way...and we wouldn't have it any other way! I have been listening to this ever since I got it, and it's not even Christmas yet. A must for any and all Rockapella fans!!!"
Bash!
nillaorchid | Kentucky, USA | 10/14/2002
(5 out of 5 stars)
"RP's first Christmas album is a lot of fun, for new fans and die-hards alike! Da Boyz showcase both their vocal talents and their sense of humor on this CD. The covers are fantastic - I love "White Christmas" and "Silver Bells" (although I prefer later recordings of the latter tune, which feature Jeff Thacher's amazing vocal percussion and "sleigh bell" imitation). Of the originals, "Holiday Groove" is my favorite; if only Elliott could be convinced to re-record it! "You're My Christmas" is a very romantic holiday tune, and makes me melt every time I hear it. "Give" reminds listeners to keep the spirit of love alive at Christmastime: "Love may be the only thing you got to share, but love's enough, so give." "We Got a Happy Holiday," "Hula Holiday," and "Island Christmas" display that sense of humor I mentioned earlier, while "Presents" gives an unique (and, in my opinion, accurate) take of the greed which runs rampant during the holiday season. While "Bash!" pales somewhat in comparision to Rockapella's other holiday collections, it will still captiviate and enchant."
FESTIVE, FUNNY, FUNKY, and FANTASTIC!!!
nillaorchid | 10/14/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This album is joy to listen through and through. The originals on this album are very well done. The traditionals are done with Rockapella flare. Great arrangements and funny lyrics make this album a gem! Wait till you hear "Island Christmas" written by "BEAR". Best track on the whole CD. I can't wait for their new Christmas album. They are redoing some of thier older works!! Can't wait! Get this now I tell ya!"
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nillaorchid | 08/28/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"It's a must-have for any Rockapella fan, and a good buy for any fan of vocal pop. I've worked with these guys and been to many of their live shows, and one thing can surely be said of them: not only have they arrived, they're gonna be around for a long time. Their style is fresh and innovative, the team of voices in the current group is very nearly perfect, and the production value of their product continues to be superlative. For those not wanting to get their feet wet with an import, try *Rockapella 2*. In addition to some fabulous studio production, Scott Leonard's original songwriting must be heard to be appreciated."