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Released 17 years ago this October

Christmas EP

Aaron Shust · 2009

11 min · 3 tracks

A warm blend of traditional Christmas carols and original melodies, infused with contemporary Christian music sensibilities.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    God Has Come To Earth — This original composition encapsulates the essence of Shust's message, celebrating the nativity with a modern sound that feels both fresh and reverent.
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    O Come, O Come Emmanuel — Shust's rendition of this classic hymn combines traditional instrumentation with a contemporary arrangement, making it accessible and moving for today's listeners.
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    Silent Night — The calming interpretation of this beloved carol highlights Shust's vocal range and emotional depth, bringing new life to a timeless favorite during the holiday season.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

51 /100
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Higher than 34% of albums we've rated

The EP effectively combines traditional and contemporary elements, making it cohesive but not.

What we noticed

  • The EP features three tracks, each blending traditional Christmas carols with contemporary Christian arrangements.
  • The first track opens with a soft piano introduction, leading into layered vocal harmonies that build throughout the song.
  • The second track employs a slower tempo and includes a prominent use of strings, creating a reflective atmosphere.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
8/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 2/10

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.

  • 1 God Has Come To Earth 3:51
  • 2 O Come, O Come Emmanuel 3:38
  • 3 Silent Night 3:53

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