Released 19 years ago this October
A Classic Christmas
Toby Keith · 2007
63 min · 20 tracks · country music
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively blends classic holiday tunes with country elements but lacks standout originality.
What we noticed
- Most tracks maintain a mid-tempo pace, with the exception of 'Joy to the World', which closes the album on a more upbeat note.
- Several songs incorporate backing harmonies and instrumental solos, enhancing the festive atmosphere.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas 4:17
- 2 Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow 2:38
- 3 Winter Wonderland 2:41
- 4 Silver Bells 2:45
- 5 I'll Be Home for Christmas 3:02
- 6 Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree 2:24
- 7 The Christmas Song 3:34
- 8 White Christmas 2:56
- 9 Frosty the Snowman 4:01
- 10 Please Come Home for Christmas 3:04
Disc 2
- 1 Little Drummer Boy 3:45
- 2 Go Tell It on the Mountain 3:18
- 3 The First Noel 3:10
- 4 O Come All Ye Faithful 2:49
- 5 Silent Night 4:31
- 6 Away in a Manger 3:32
- 7 We Three Kings 2:26
- 8 O Little Town of Bethlehem 3:42
- 9 God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen 2:52
- 10 Joy to the World 2:01
Reference: MusicBrainz
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