the ConSoulTant - Up on the Housetop
R&B, Pop, Dance
Georgia, United States
Overall Impression: Updating the Christmas tune with dazzling modern pop production and a brilliant contemporary edge, "Up On The Housetop" is a tremendously lively and energy-inducing pop EDM track that reimagines the idea of the classic Christmas song we've been so accustomed to and updates it for modern audiences. The ConSoulTant fuse pumping basslines, hard-hitting drums, and accomplished vocal performances to craft a terrifically catchy and easily accessible tune that a broad range of music lovers can enjoy.
Strongest Point(s): The decision to use a pop EDM style within a Christmas context is an inspired one, Christmas songs tend to fall into a few select styles such as rock and pop so it's great to see an artist such as The ConSoulTant try something new and fresh sounding. Whilst the track could easily find its place at any club or festival, the Christmas-inspired lyrics and subtle festive hints in the music and arrangement help remind listeners that this is still a Christmas song, albeit a more stylish and modern one at that. Many of the modern arrangement and production techniques associated with the pop EDM genre are here and all handled exceptionally well, from the energy building risers to the well-layered synth and bass sounds and the texturally exciting filtered sweeps to the chest-rattling rhythmic pulse that drives the track, every element has been well arranged and makes for a continually exciting track from start to finish. The production and overall mix are also stellar and the track certainly has both that radio-ready and radio-friendly quality to it that will definitely appeal to modern audiences.
Target Audience Appeal: Music lovers who like their Christmas tunes infused with a more modern pop quality will have an excellent time with this marvelously lively track.
Artist target suggestions: Katy Perry, Taylor Swift, Ariana Grande, Dua Lipa, Lady Gaga, Beyonce, Keyshia Cole, David Guetta, Trivecta, Kastra, Culture Code, Zedd, P!nk, Kat Krazy.
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About the Reviewer:
Andre Avanessian is a freelance session musician, composer, and sound engineer based in the U.K. Having studied music production and composition at a degree level, he has taken his passion for all things audio-related to a level that has allowed him to become both a competent musician and performer. Being a self-confessed "Guitar Nerd" Andre has been continually studying the guitar, as well as teaching it, helping students both learn the instrument, develop their songwriting, and how to become proficient in home recording.