We would suggest that few bands from an ostensibly "indie-rock" background should release Christmas music, if not out of respect for the holiday or material then at least out of a sense of self-esteem. Low, however, were made for this. Their attention to musical detail combined with the heavenly vocal harmonies of Alan Sparhawk and Mimi Parker are perfectly attuned to both traditional carols like "Silent Night" and more contemporary tunes such as "Blue Christmas." Christmas contains a selection of seasonal songs, including four originals by the band, mostly recorded at LowÕs 20¼ Below studio in Duluth, MN. "If You Were Born Today" and "Blue Christmas" were released as a 7 inch single in 1997 on the English Wurlitzer Jukebox label, while ÒTaking Down The TreeÓ is taken from a 1998 compilation of live recordings issue by the Dutch VPRO radio station.
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