Vanessa Williams Album - Silver & Gold
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Customers rating:
(23 ratings)
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Release Date:2006-10-24
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Type:Audio CD
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Genre:Adult Contemporary, Christmas, Christmas / Chanukkah, Holiday, Holiday Music, Pop, Urban, Xmas Vocal
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Label:Lava
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UPC:075679319920
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Approx. Price:$18.98
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Description :
Throughout her illustrious career Vanessa Williams maintained a reputation as one of the most respected and multifaceted entertainers into the world amassing accomplishments and accolades one after another. She has conquered the musical charts, Broadway, music videos, television and motion pictures. Now Vanessa fans can catch spirit of the holidays with her new release, Silver and Gold, an intimate collection of Holiday favorites and original compositions. Silver and Gold features the single of the same name and a stirring rendition of Joy to the World featuring Brian McKnight.Review - Amazon.com :
On Vanessa Williams' second Christmas disc, she proves once and for all she's just not just a glamorous dishonored beauty queen. Over the course of her seven studio albums, she has grown into a strong, nuanced singer, with an unerring eye for a good song. She continues the trend on Silver & Gold, which is the first in a series of thematic holiday albums she has planned over the next few years. The singer eschews tired, overworked Yuletide chestnuts, and instead roasts an entirely new batch, including the title song which in the perfect blend of wistfulness and strength, while the island rhythms of "Mary's Little Boy" elevates the bar on seasonal music, and her coy, saucy remake of the Carpenters' "Winter Weather," deserves to be a retro classic. When Williams does tackle a holiday standard, she does it with a fresh eye and voice, like her while her jazzy delicate duet with r&b heartthrob Brian McKnight: it's so sublime it lingers long after the last note has been sounded. Outstanding! --Jaan UhelszkiCustomer review - 2004-11-01
- Silver and Gold has the "Right Stuff"When I think of the name Vanessa Williams it is synonymous with class, grace, eloquence, drive, determination and sheer talents. The girl has gone from Syracuse to Broadway and didn't miss a beat. Not to mention a Tony nod for "In the Woods". This lady presence commands and receives respects from fans and critics alike. One would expect another secular cd from this beautiful creature since it has been a while; however, once again V. tackles another Christmas cd. I would be the first to say, "I am not fond of Christmas music". I mean how many ways can you sing "Joy to the World" which by the way is one of the fine cuts on this cd in which she teams with Brian McKnight". Nevertheless, V's rich smooth voice makes even the most boring of Christmas songs delightful to listen to. Each cut from beginning to end is well done and has a wonderful music arrangement. Because her voice is not overpowering, she is able to interpret each song beautifully without going over the top or over singing. This is a wonderful collection of old staples and some fresh new ones. I highly recommend it for your holiday gatherings or just chilling alone. I am truly a fan for life.
Customer review - 2004-10-17
- Welcome Back!For the past 21 years, I have followed this strikingly stunning woman that I have EVER laid my eyes on! You see, she is now a true music legend! She has gone from Miss America to A First-Class Pop-Diva and a well-established QUEEN! She has really saved us with her best work yet-Her 2nd Christmas CD, and I'd hope her next one will be a Smooth-jazz album, which happens to be her penchant. Not bad for a woman who is still selling PROACTIV at 4 am in the morning!
Customer review - 2004-10-16
- Finally she's back with the Siver&Gold voice!We have waited for SEVEN years(!!!) to get her new recording album. And now, Vanessa's back and better than ever!
"Silver & Gold" is a treasury of Christmas blessings in variety. Vanessa once again shows her range and talent in her singing career. "Silver & Gold" is a great Xmas album, just as good as her last one "Star Bright".
The title single "Silver and Gold" is elegant and beautiful tone that Vanessa's good at. "Joy to the World", a duet with Brian McKnight is so fresh and new, they both give terrific voice performance."Rise up, Sheperd and Follow" is the powerful Gospel taste to show Vanessa's soulful voice. We can also remember the R&B diva via "December Lullaby", a great great song!There's also some Jazz songs in this album, Vanessa's Favorite music style.
Welcome back, Vanessa!
Customer review - 2004-11-18
- Another Great Holiday Album from Vanessa!In my opinion, Star Bright by Vanessa Williams, is THE Best Christmas album I've heard since the Jackson5. However, she has created an equally fantastic and memorable album, with Silver & Gold. Her song choices are great and the arrangements along with her clear vocals make this album an instant classic. I have always loved her voice. When it comes to Christmas music, this 'genre' suits her best. This CD makes the old classics feel fresh and new. I love it!
Customer review - 2004-10-16
- 100% Pure "Silver & Gold"What A Great Gift From Vanessa Williams!!! Another Wonderful Christmas Cd...Featuring Great Songs & Terrific Arrangements!!! My Favorite Tracks Include.."Winter Weather", "Christmas Is" & The Beautiful Title Track!!! It's Great That She Is BACK!! Can't Wait For Her Next Cd In January!! Oh, And By The Way...The Woman Is GORGEOUS!!! Fantastic Cover Photo!!!! Happy Holidays
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