Daniel P Olsen - Christmas Is Almost Here
Alternative/Alt. Rock, Singer Songwriter, Pop
New York, United States
Overall Impression: Leading the way with a bouncing piano feel, Daniel P Olsen's "Christmas Is Almost Here" captures that full-hearted, wonderful sense of glee that resonates with the inner child in all of us - pairing simple percussion and jangling sleigh bells with boisterous vocals to deliver lyrics with nostalgically stirring wit and genuine creative charm!
Strongest Point(s): There's a fully inviting sense of levity in this track, really nailing the playful and hopeful vibes of the season through simple and effective instrumentals and a jovial performance! What really sells "Christmas Is Almost Here", however, is the lyrical content! Daniel P Olsen's lyrics here are enthusiastic and innocent - expertly capturing the energies of anticipation and celebration that seem to define the holiday for children of all ages with lines like "Christmas is almost here, and we don't have to go back to school until next year." References to beloved movies and family traditions also enhance the tune and give it real-world resonance for listeners with any sort of similar experience in Christmas past or present!
Target Audience Appeal: "Christmas Is Almost Here" is a love letter to the childlike wonder that defines the season, and Daniel P Olsen's lyrical wit promises to strike a delightfully nostalgic chord in listeners from a wide range of preferences and backgrounds - though especially among those that enjoy lighthearted Indie Singer/Songwriter stylings and rose-tinted takes on the Christmas season! - Jon W.
Artist target suggestions: Ben Folds, They Might Be Giants, Wilco, The Decemberists, The Shins, Dawes, Regina Spektor, The Avett Brothers, Jukebox The Ghost, Spoon, The Mountain Goats, Bright Eyes, Rilo Kiley, Barenaked Ladies, Will Wood, AJJ, Autoheart, The Aquabats!, of Montreal, Ween, The Magnetic Fields, The Dead Milkmen, The Flaming Lips
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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.