Go Tell It on the Mountain
The Blind Boys of Alabama · 2003
49 min · 13 tracks · gospel music
Traditional gospel harmonies meet contemporary arrangements, creating a soulful celebration of classic holiday spirit.
Top tracks — play these first
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Go Tell It on the Mountain Start here — The title track is a joyful reimagining that captures the essence of the album's message about sharing hope and faith, featuring powerful vocal harmonies.
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Little Drummer Boy — This rendition transforms a familiar Christmas classic into a soulful experience, showcasing the group’s ability to infuse deep emotion into storytelling.
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My Lord What a Morning — This track's uplifting energy and rich vocal interplay exemplify the group's gospel roots while resonating with themes of joy and redemption.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends traditional and contemporary gospel elements, showcasing strong vocal performances and arrangements.
What we noticed
- Each track maintains a consistent tempo, with the majority being mid to up-tempo, creating an uplifting atmosphere.
- The final three tracks slow down significantly, allowing for a reflective conclusion to the album.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- 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
Known within its scene. 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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- uplifting holiday sing-alongs
- warmth for cozy gatherings
- nostalgic reflections on tradition
- inviting soulful harmonies
- joyful celebration of faith
Maybe skip if you
- seeking modern sounds
- prefer fast-paced listening
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — The album received critical acclaim and a Grammy, showcasing the group's artistry.
- Career context
- In 2003, The Blind Boys of Alabama were already established figures in the gospel genre, having gained significant recognition after their Grammy Award-winning album 'Spirit of the Century' in 2001. 'Go Tell It on the Mountain' marked their first full-length Christmas album, showcasing their unique blend of traditional gospel with modern influences while continuing to expand their audience.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Fairfield Four· The Oak Ridge Boys· Mavis Staples
Tracklist
- 1 Last Month of the Year 3:02
- 2 I Pray on Christmas 3:41
- 3 Go Tell It on the Mountain Start here 3:58
- 4 Little Drummer Boy 3:19
- 5 In the Bleak Midwinter 4:49
- 6 Joy to the World 2:25
- 7 Born in Bethlehem 6:36
- 8 The Christmas Song 2:34
- 9 Away in a Manger 5:22
- 10 Oh Come All Ye Faithful 2:10
- 11 White Christmas 4:03
- 12 Silent Night 3:27
- 13 My Lord What a Morning 3:59
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