December 5, 2008

Song of the Week


The D Man loves Christmas. And there may not be a better Christmas album than Sufjan Stevens's collection of traditional and original songs. Recorded at home and sent to his friends over the years, Stevens generously decided to share his songs with us, expressing his genuine love of Christmas, its magic, and its ultimate Source. Never has the banjo done more justice to the birth of the King.

There is something for everyone. Excited holiday ditties like the one below. Traditional Christian hymns. Medieval folk songs. (Enjoy the adorable homemade video). And perhaps the saddest song about Christmas you have ever heard.




6 comments:

Gavin said...

I look forward to Christmas every year as an excuse to break out this box set. For my money, "Sister Winter" is the greatest Christmas song of all time. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wGJNCqebUHQ&feature=related

The D Man said...

A great box set, no doubt. As for "Sister Winter," you are not going to get much resistance from The D Man.

Anonymous said...

i tried to understand this dude but i struggle

The D Man said...

They don't quite make'em like this in Suid Afrika.

Check out his quiet masterpiece, Seven Swans, and you may discover some hidden secrets about the Lord and his Universe.

Anonymous said...

when are you doing your best albums of 2008 list?

The D Man said...

Very, very soon.