Idina Menzel - Holiday Wishes

[Jordan Catalano]

Posted: 10/11/14 at 10:19am

I have to say that I really love this album. She sounds fantastic and the orchestrations are different enough to make the same old songs sound fresh and new. I will say that I don't exactly understand why "When You Wish Upon A Star" is considered a "holiday" song, but it's still a nice version of the song.

Has anyone else listened to it yet?

[Pootie2]

Posted: 10/11/14 at 10:37am

Isn't it a little early? (Both holidays-in-October and Amazon tells me it doesn't release until 10/14.) That said, the cover art weirds me out just a little, not sure why, but I look forward to sampling the album.

[GilmoreGirlO2]

Posted: 10/11/14 at 12:44pm

Haven't heard it yet, but very excited for it - I love the track listing. I saw that the deluxe CD you can get at Target includes 2 bonus tracks - does anyone know what those 2 songs are?

[TFMH18]

Posted: 10/11/14 at 12:47pm

^I can't remember one of them, but I know one is called Let it Snow. Assuming that's going to be some sort of holiday take on the mega hit. Unfortunately, the album was leaked onto YouTube which is why some have heard it already even though it doesn't come out until Tuesday. I'm excited for it!

[haterobics]

Posted: 10/11/14 at 12:48pm

13. Mothers’ Spiritual (TARGET BONUS)
14. Let It Snow, Let It Snow (TARGET BONUS)

[Pootie2]

Posted: 10/11/14 at 12:56pm

Oh, that #14. Haha, I might have to spring for the Target version.

[darquegk]

Posted: 10/11/14 at 1:23pm

In Europe, specifically Scandinavia, and in Japan, "When You Wish Upon a Star" is considered a Christmas song. This is partially because of the star being associated with the Christmas star, and more because of a Disney packaged animated special shown traditionally around Christmas in those countries, using that as its theme song.

[Pootie2]

Posted: 10/11/14 at 1:28pm

^Wow, that's really cool to know.

[YouWantitWhen????]

Posted: 10/11/14 at 3:18pm

I guess part of it has leaked, or was released in other countries? I heard Mariah's "All I Want For Christimas" and it sounded fun - so I will be stopping by Target on Tuesday.

[Pootie2]

Posted: 10/11/14 at 3:47pm

^Well, TFM's comment. Her voice sounds quite clear given that she recorded this thing between 8 shows a week... I like the duet, but my modern sensibilities kept buzzing the red flags with the lyrics. It just felt very awkward.

[binau]

Posted: 10/11/14 at 6:21pm

Were these arrangements specifically for this album? This arrangement of "Silent Night" so perfectly fits her vocal style.

[jeffrey2]

Posted: 10/11/14 at 6:23pm

My local Target today had the deluxe edition out for sale for 15.99 and when I went to buy it it wouldn't scan , they had to call a manger and he said the street date is Tuesday and they can't sell it till then. I said well you need to go take
all the copies off the shelf. I thought I had an early present !'

[Pootie2]

Posted: 10/11/14 at 6:41pm

Yes, I believe all the arrangements were specific to this album.

Aw, jeffrey2! That's too bad. :P

[ArtMan]

Posted: 10/11/14 at 8:43pm

Jeffrey2, Target could get in trouble by the label for selling it before the release date. Not that it is enforced. However, they may have done you a favor. On Tuesday, it may be on sale cheaper than the $15.99 price tag.

[delongpre]

Posted: 10/11/14 at 8:56pm

Listening right now. I am already hooked. I love Christmas music sung by great voices. This is a remarkable recording. December Prayer alone is worth the price of the CD. Too bad there's no time for a televised Christmas special.

[haterobics]

Posted: 10/11/14 at 9:01pm

"Target could get in trouble by the label for selling it before the release date."

But they didn't sell it?

[ArtMan]

Posted: 10/11/14 at 9:10pm

Having it on the shelf before release date is a big no no also. Had the UPC code been put into their computer, it would have sold. What's your point?

Updated On: 10/11/14 at 09:10 PM

[veronicamae]

Posted: 10/11/14 at 9:14pm

I love almost every track. There are a couple that I skip - not because I greatly dislike, but because there are some I absolutely LOVE.

I wasn't sure what to expect, but I'm so very pleased.

Also, delongpre, Idina's singing from this album on CMA's Christmas special.

p.s. Let It Snow is not a take on Let It Go. It's regular Let It Snow. (In case there was confusion.) Updated On: 10/11/14 at 09:14 PM

[jacobsnchz14]

Posted: 10/11/14 at 9:14pm

Wish I could listen to it. Debating on whether I'll be downloading it on iTunes or making the drive out to the nearest Target for the deluxe edition. The cover's not my favorite picture of Idina, either. Might peruse some fan art covers that will undoubtedly be online.

[veronicamae]

Posted: 10/11/14 at 9:17pm

I can tell you that there are some AMAZING photos for this album (such as featured in my avatar); I wouldn't have chosen that particular image for the cover.

Updated On: 10/11/14 at 09:17 PM

[Pootie2]

Posted: 10/11/14 at 9:22pm

"p.s. Let It Snow is not a take on Let It Go."

Aw, shoot!


"I can tell you that there are some AMAZING photos for this album (such as featured in my avatar); I wouldn't have chosen that particular image for the cover."

"The cover's not my favorite picture of Idina, either. Might peruse some fan art covers that will undoubtedly be online."

Oh good, I'm not the only one who feels that way.

[Broadwaydreaming]

Posted: 10/12/14 at 2:08am

Very excited for this album. I usually wait till the day after Thanksgiving to play holiday music, but this may be an exception.

Curious to know if she will be in the Thanksgiving Day Parade or Performing during the lighting of the tree.
I hope she gets some radio time too.

I agree about the artwork...so many gorgeous shots from the shoot, but the cover is underwhelming.

[ArtMan]

Posted: 10/12/14 at 7:41am

The deluxe cd is on sale at Target this week for $11.99. The standard is $9.99.

[promisespromises2]

Posted: 10/12/14 at 8:02am

Target has just put the Barbra Streisand CD on sale last week, so I'm sure if you wait 2-3 weeks to buy the album it will go on sale.

[veronicamae]

Posted: 10/13/14 at 2:37pm

^ because $11.99 is too much for a new CD?

Tomorrow's the day!! I can't wait to see what comes out of this album press-wise, and how successful it is. I'm hopeful it just might explode come December.