Grammy nominated singer, songwriter and mandolinist Frank Solivan is out with a Christmas classic — "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" — meant to serve as encouragement in what has been a very difficult year for so many reasons.
About the recording, Solivan said, "2020 has been a year of hardship for so many of us. The pandemic slugs on, political and racial conflicts divide us, hurricanes... wildfires. For many, it's been a year of uncertainty and loss... A loss of community, a loss of cherished time with loved ones.
"This holiday season I thought it was important to share a song that reminds us of the Christmas traditions that unite us. Reunions with friends and family, warm memories of olden days, and hope to once again gather together… with an embrace and a kiss.
"I find the lyrics of this timeless song particularly meaningful this year, and I hope it brings some comfort to those needing it.
"Let your heart be light… someday soon we all will be together. Until then… we'll have to muddle through somehow. So have yourself a merry little Christmas, now."
Preview the Track
The Musicians
- Frank Solivan - Vocals, Guitar and Mandolin
- Jillian Lea - Harmony Vocals and Penny Whistle
- Mike Munford - Banjo
- Mark Shatz - Bass
- Rob Ickes - Dobro
Tracked at Meiter Mastering. Will Shenk, recording engineer. Final vocals recorded at Bias Recording Studio, Ken Barnum, recording engineer. Mixed by Adam Taylor. Mastered by Randy Leroy at Tonal Park Mastering.
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