A 10-track collection that features off-kilter arrangements of Yuletide classics such as "O Christmas Tree," "We Wish You A Merry Christmas," and "Silent Night," as well as several holiday-themed original songs.

10 MP3 Songs in this album (27:23) !
Related styles: Holiday: Rock, Rock: College Rock, Mood: Christmas

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"The album mixes vocal and instrumental tracks, layering folk-rock harmonies on acoustic guitars, and adding some heavier neo-psych sounds. 'Auld Lang Syne' channels the mood of the Long Ryders, while the throbbing bass line and subliminal lead guitar of 'Silent Night' suggests the end of a long night of egg nog. The backward guitar of 'Away in a Manger' adds a contemplative Eastern tinge, and the album finishes with the short, meditative instrumental raga 'Repeating the Sounds of Joy.' This is a sweet treat, deliciously musical without being overbaked for mass media consumption." -- Hyperbolium

"...it's a smooth blend of indie folk tinged with just a bit shoegazey, psychedelic keyboard flourishes to make it sparkle. Perfect listening to accompany whatever holiday preparations you may be making today." -- Bag of Songs

"...long time 3hivers The Layaways added seven new Christmas songs to their EP, which makes...a Christmas album! They infect a lovely version of 'Away in a Manger' with backwards guitar which adds a bit of psychedelia to [the] carol." -- 3hive

"...this is honestly one of the best versions of 'Silent Night' I have ever heard. The drums and bass lay down a simple backbeat which allows for the main melody to be voiced on the guitar. The guitar tone is gorgeous and helps lend a dreamy feel to the song. You know what? I don't think my words could possibly do this song justice. Please go download it and listen to it for yourself -- this is a song that simply must be heard." -- Free Christmas Music