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When one considers the ancient holy traditions embodied in Christmas and Hanukkah, the words "wacky," "zany," and "irreverent" are not usually terms that come to mind. These appellations are, however, regularly applied to Canadian acoustic rockers Barenaked Ladies. Strangely enough, on BARENAKED FOR THE HOLIDAYS, this unlikely combination of band and subject matter works splendidly, bringing a heaping helping of joy to the most celebratory of seasons.
The North-of-the-border boys' stunningly eclectic musicianship allows them to employ numerous musical toys on Santa's list, including the Lowery organ (complete with its wonderfully cheesy internal drum-machine sounds) that graces "O Holy Night," and the barbershop-quartet-style vocals on "Deck the Stills" (which consists solely of the lyrics "Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young" sung to the tune of "Deck the Halls"). Lest the whole affair get too silly, there are several heartfelt moments as well. "Snowman" actually makes one feel sorry for the frozen narrator's transient existence, while the folksy "Hanukkah Blessings" is a straightforward reminder of the holiday's true meaning.
Barenaked Ladies: Ed Robertson (vocals, acoustic guitar, electric guitar, bass guitar); Steven Page (vocals, acoustic guitar, electric guitar); Jim Creeggan (vocals, electric guitar, double bass, bass guitar); Kevin Hearn (vocals, mandolin, accordion, piano, keyboards, vibraphone); Tyler Stewart (vocals, drums, percussion).
Additional personnel: Michael Bublé, Sarah McLachlan (vocals).
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Barenaked For The Holidays Music Review
Average Rating: (2.8 out of 5 stars)    disappointed
only 1 track on the CD was exceptional
Submitted by fnancy (Baltimore, md) 
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Selections
I enjoyed most, but not all the selections on the album. Those that were good were very good, but there were a few I did not enjoy at all, and would skip past them.
Submitted by res0ydik (Hemet, CA)
Was This Review Helpful? Yes No Perfect Holiday CD!
Barenaked for the Holidays is a perfect, all-around holiday CD. It has familiar Christmas and Hanukka tunes as well as some original stuff from the Ladies that is fun and catchy. They even throw in a New Year's song.
This CD will take you through the Holidays and keep you singing the whole time!
Submitted by KAT (Monterey Peninsula, California)
Was This Review Helpful? Yes No  Dont buy
I figured it would be okay because it's the barenaked ladies. What a bad cd. Some of the songs they don't even sing, it's basically just an organ playing. Dont waste your money.
Submitted by Brit (Saskatoon)
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 Bloody Awesome!
This album rocks! There is a lot of great energy from the guys. The familiar tunes are given new life, and the original tracks are hilarious/sweet. I would recommend this always! God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen with Sarah McLaughlan is amazing, but Elf's Lament steals my heart! :) Buy it and enjoy!!!
Submitted by catriona.todd (Gettysburg, PA)
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