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Rick Springfield’s “Christmas With You” Donates Proceeds to Fallen Troops

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By Susie Salva

Spend the holidays with Rick Springfield on his new Christmas CD, “Christmas With You,” on DKE/Gomer Records. This beautiful, elegant and touching CD is the perfect gift for those on your holiday gift list. Springfield puts forth lovely versions of fourteen traditional holiday classics including, “The First Noel,” “Hark The Herald Angels Sing,” “What Child Is This?,” “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen,” “Away In A Manger,” “Do You Hear What I Hear?,” “Silent Night,” and “Deck The Halls.”

The titled track, “Christmas With You,” is dedicated to all of the fallen soldiers in Iraq. Springfield’s refined vocals gives us this touching tribute where he sings of freedom and the wish to be with your loved ones during this special time of year. The video for this song is available at:  This video features pictures of our fallen soldiers, compiled by the US military veterans organization American Gold Star Mothers, Inc. and all proceeds from this recording of this song are being donated to support the Gold Star Mothers.

“Hark The Herald Angels Sing,” “Do You Hear What I Hear?” and “Oh Little Town of Bethlehem,” all feature striking choral arrangements that include a saxophone solo
on the rendition of “Oh Little Town of Bethlehem.”

“God Rest Ye Merry Gentleman” has a exquisite string section while “Away In A Manger” has a pleasant piano interlude. “Carol Of The Bells,” is done completely with an electric guitar instrumental version. “I’ll Be Home For Christmas,” has a Doo Wop vibe to it and “Deck The Halls,” rounds off the disc with the sounds like that of surfing legends the Ventures signature guitar riffs on this instrumental and saxophone laden track.

Springfield delivers a delightful holiday album and his generosity to the fallen soldiers is very endearing. The song is just perfect for this holiday season as the idea of peace on earth and good will to all men is present on this tune. His heartfelt renditions of these
14 classic Christmas carols will be an instant hit with his fans old and new. For more
on Rick Springfield please go to www.rickspringfield.com and pick up his latest disc.

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11 Comments

  • Love the christmas with you cd and it is for a good cause, what a beautiful song he wrote. Rick rocks

  • Couldn’t agree with you more – the title song is as beautiful as can be, sweet, simple, touching and engaging. The whole cd is like a holiday gfit from Rick to anyone who buys or receives it. His finesse, vocals, song selection and soulful quiet tone are wonderful. The be bop doo wop Deck the Halls and I’ll be Home for Christmas are a refreshing twist and I Saw Three Ships nice and upbeat. I adore the cd, appreciate the cause and play Rick’s penned “Christmas With You” song repeatedly. The video is an honorable tribute and I loved watching that too. It may be Rick’s first Christmas album attempt, but it’s clearly A1, A quality all the way.

  • I’m not usually into Christmas CD’s but this one is a welcome addition to my
    regular music collection. Nice review too! Thanks.

  • Great review. I love this CD. The title track is not only worthy of recognition because it is written for a fantastic cause, but quite simply, it is a beautiful song. I’ve passed on more than a few copies and everyone, aged 20 to 80, loves it and is actively enjoying it.

  • Thanks for all the excellent feedback! Rick has a wonderful voice and a very kind heart. This is a great CD for the holidays and the title track is really outstanding.

  • A powerful and moving tribute to these brave heros. Thank you Rick for this gift this season! The whole CD will leave you breathless.

  • Once again, Rick has created a moving, original song, in Christmas with you!
    It tugs at your heartstrings, and that VOICE!
    Dedicating the proceeds, to those who do so much, in keeping us safe, is just another reason, to love and support this man!
    Thank you, Rick, you bring light to the world, with your talent and caring!
    Everyone on my Christmas list, will be getting this cd, in their stocking!

  • Excellent review! I love the video. So beautiful, and I really appreciate this pro-active and positive way he is supporting the troops without being political. God bless Rick!

  • This is a great CD. I love the title song Christmas With You…and donating the proceeds…. how awesome is that!?! Rick is such a great artist and man!

  • Beautifully arranged and warm vocals – Rick and company does a great job in making these Christmas classics his own. Rick’s donating the “Christmas With You” proceeds to the American Gold Star Mothers is one of the reasons why his fans love him so much. Highly recommend this CD.