Multi-genre, multi-instrumentalist Chris Ramey welcomes the holiday season with a warm, rootsy take on a classic song. His new single, "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas," is a fresh take on the song that was first written in 1943 by Hugh Martin and Ralph Blane. Ramey's thoughtful direction leans fully into acoustic blues while still honoring the song's reflective heart.
Ramey's style is both personal and detailed. He plays every instrument himself, creating a soundscape that feels like it was made by hand for cozy December nights. His acoustic guitar lays the foundation with gentle, resonant warmth, while the resonator guitar, played with bottleneck slide, adds an expressive, blues-steeped character that sets this version apart. The harmonica adds a soulful breathiness and carries the melody with a bit of spirit. The holiday percussion ties everything together with a subtle festive charm.
Mixed by Ramey alongside Bret Batterman at The Pajama Room in Longmont, Colorado, the track maintains a natural, unpolished authenticity that enhances rather than distracts. The production allows each instrument to breathe, imparting a lived-in quality that feels heartfelt and personal, as though the listener is sitting in the room with Ramey as he plays.
"Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" is a soft, thoughtful addition to the holiday music scene. It encourages people to slow down, enjoy the season, and listen to a familiar song in a new way. Ramey's version isn't about coming up with something new; it's about adding his own musical DNA to a beloved holiday song. The result is a heartfelt and soulful version that captures the closeness of acoustic blues while keeping the warm spirit of a holiday classic.
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