Byron Thomas - The Light of Christmas
Soul, R&B
California, United States
Overall Impression: Byron Thomas brings an atmosphere of authentic Soul to the holiday season this year with his heartfelt original song, "The Light Of Christmas"! Rallying celebrations around the Savior through thoughtful lyricism and emotionally intimate performance, "The Light Of Christmas" seeks to strike a resonant chord among believers and non-believers alike!
Strongest Point(s): The heart on display in "The Light Of Christmas" is beautifully real! Throughout the experience, the listener gets the feeling that Byron Thomas is singing not just from his head, but from the depths of his being - especially as he opens up the heavens in the song's final vocal push! Much of what establishes and maintains this reflective, emotionally available soundscape is the carefully crafted and implemented instrumental composition - taking a classic, string-rich approach in the first half and following up with a flashy Jazz-fueled counterpoint around 2:43. Excellent coordination between the instrumentalists and Byron Thomas produce a cohesive, emotionally embracing experience built for Christmas but appropriate for any time!
Target Audience Appeal: Fans of profoundly wholehearted praise with Christmas themes and sweeping soundscapes will find themselves transfixed by the experience that Byron Thomas has brought into being - using his talents as well as those of his skillful musical allies to produce a potentially anthemic piece of original, Soul-filled worship centered solely on "The Light Of Christmas". - Jon W.
Artist target suggestions: Peabo Bryson, Freddie Jackson, Stephanie Mills, Louil Silas Jr., Kenny Lattimore, L.T.D., Roberta Flack, Michael Johnson, Natalie Cole, Patti LaBelle, After 7, Teddy Pendergrass, Stephen Bishop, Deniece Williams, The Spinners, The Delfonics, The Manhattans, DeBarge, Rose Royce, Gladys Knight & The Pips, The O'Jays
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About the Reviewer:
Jon Wright is a trained multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, and music educator with nearly twenty years of experience in the field. Working with musicians and their individual sounds is his passion and profession, and he strives to interact with and understand every aspect of the production process - from theory and songwriting to recording and mastering. He continues to teach students of all ages and is currently collaborating with artists across a wide range of genres.