Smoothjazz.com Review
Sandy Shore | Monterey, CA | 11/25/2004
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Jimmy Sommers - A Holiday Wish
Gemini Records
Hip sax man, Jimmy Sommers has put his neo-soul rhythms on hold for the holiday season and pulled out a surprise from his big bag of goodies - A smooth, tasty Christmas CD reminiscent of yesteryear. With a tone as rich and amber as a fine aged whiskey, Jimmy captures the taste of jazz from a time gone by... Back to when Bogart was stealing the heart of Bacall. Back to a more innocent and more romantic time when it was indeed a "Wonderful World." Sonically, this is a great place to be this holiday season... A HOLIDAY WISH is the perfect album for chatting with friends over peppermint and eggnog lattes or by the fire with a large, balloon glass filled with your favorite red wine... This collection of 10 holiday songs features traditional titles like "Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas" featuring special guest, Chris Botti, "Santa Baby," "The Christmas Song," My Favorite Things," and "Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow" (this version sounds like it belongs on one of those cool Target Store TV commercials). According to Jimmy's CD notes, Christmas is his favorite time of year, because, "you get to spend time with your family and loved ones." He continues, "Giving people what they wish for and what they don't expect..." And that's exactly what this artist has delivered... A soundtrack for a cheerful, loving holiday time. -Sandy Shore"