I absolutely love these albums! The sound quality is on point — crisp, clean, and exactly what I expect as a collector. They were packaged really well, with no scratches or damage at all. Everything came in perfect condition, which is a big deal for me since I like to keep my collection in top shape. Overall, I’m really happy with these and definitely recommend grabbing them.

absolute must-have. ctrl is one of my all-time favorite albums and this pressing does it so right. the fit is your standard 12” and it slides into my collection smooth as hell. it’s sturdy with perfect playback. sound is crisp, clean, no skips, no static, no warping, just straight serotonin. the appearance? stunning. it looks gorgeous on display and looks so good on my shelf. this vinyl is pretty, powerful, and basically my whole life in physical form.

I love music this vinyl is so good. Plays beautifully in my record player. I love this album very satisfied with this order!.

So happy to get my hands on this vinyl! Quality is awesome, the packaging it came with was great. I have always loved this album, so glad to add it to my collection.

Added to my collection came just as I expected no issues.

Amazing album!No issues with packaging. This came in a specific box designed for albums so there would be no bending.Beautiful album cover and sounds. Met all my expectations!

Pretty good vinyl but it’s not one of the best albums ever unlike the digital download version I used to have. Update this record has been upgraded at my house to the old mp3 version it’s a clear perfect easiest 5 star of the decade kind of record now

Everything about the Cd was great. The booklet had a lot of photos and drawings. The Cd is similar to the design as Drew Barrymore single. It’s a great album to listen to. Very mature.

I bought this on vinyl and it is a great addition to my collection. It’s on regular grade vinyl , where as most of my newer vinyl is on 180 gram vinyl or higher, but it sounds as if it is pressed on 180 gram vinyl. The sound of the album is indeed very haunting, in a great way. I noticed that the tracks that Mark Ronson produced sound the best on this album. But they are all great to listen to and it’s very sad she became a member of the “27 club”.Mark Ronson produced tracks 1,2,5,6,8 and 10. He really knows how to make a song sound great. Most people are more familiar with his DJ sister Samantha Ronson, Lindsey Lohan’s ex-girlfriend. I think that he is however the star in the family. Mark has produced many artist throughout his career. He has worked with the likes of Jack White, Lily Allen and one of my all time favorites, Macy Gray. Amy Winehouse is no exception as a favorite either. He also DJ’s and has a band called Mark Ronson & The Business Int. His band is worth a listen, as I really like a lot of their music. Not sure if they are still together, but still worth a listen.If you are a collector of vinyl or have a turntable, buy this on vinyl, even if you have the CD or iTunes version, you will not be disappointed. I bought this mostly because it was on sale. I do not know if the deluxe version is available or not, I did not look as I own that version on CD anyway, but the album sounds much better than the digital CD version. I guess everything old becomes new again and I am delighted to see the return and repressing of a lot of the old vinyl album I wish I still had. I think this particular album sound so great because it is the original pressing of the album. A lot of the older, remastered, re-pressings do not sound very well, even the 180 gram versions. A lot depends on the question if and by whom it was remastered. Pete Townshend did a great job with remastering Quadrophenia.A lot of people ask me, “Why spend so much on outdated material, everything is digital now?” One , it sound incredible with the right equipment, and two, it is the format I grew up on. I love albums, there is so much more to look at than a jewel box. I also like SACD’s as well, but they are real pricey and hard to find the artist you might like. I own about thirty of these, some where more of a compromise of price and artist, but if you are an audiophile, you can tell a big difference between a regular mp3 and a 24 bit 160 kHz music stream. My DAC is the most important piece of gear I own. Luckily my Blu-ray player plays High Definition SACD’s or I would have bought a different one a long time ago.I do think that the audiophile grade pressings, 180 grams and higher, are much better sounding on my system, but they are more expensive than the regular re-pressings. Usually an original, if it has been taken care of sounds the best but there are some exceptions and this one is a great example. I also have to say how much I love Amazons new way of packing albums, much better than the past. Great job on the new packaging technique.

I love music and have a very diverse collection of styles and artists in my cd collection including a lot of artists popular in the UK not known here yet. For some reason I never discovered Amy Winehouse with her superb first release FRANK. Had I, I would have been a huge fan from the beginning. Instead, the same as many, I was introduced to her through the single REHAB which sadly came hand in hand with her strong addiction problems. The paparazzi had a field day with her. And the joke was she was singing about rehab when it seemed she so obviously needed it. Even with her Grammy wins I didn’t purchase this album.Regretfully, it took her very sad and untimely death with talk of her unique musical talents and gifts that I bought both FRANK and BACK TO BLACK. I have truly fallen in love with Amy. She indeed was a truly gifted artist. BACK TO BLACK is honestly one of the best albums I have ever heard. She wrote every track and by listening to this cd you can put all the gossip and drama aside and listen to Amy as an artist. It is very important to remember she wrote the lyrics to all these songs and it is obvious the poor woman wore her heart and soul on her sleeve. But for the listener it provided a great gift. The cd is a winner from beginning to end and speaks of love and relationships and all that comes with it. Her style combines retro soul with r&b and jazz with a hint of classic pop. It is a style new, unique and truly inspired. The songs BACK TO BLACK, LOVE IS A LOSING GAME and TEARS DRY ON THEIR OWN are instant classics. ME AND MR. JONES is a stunning and clever album cut. YOU KNOW I’M NO GOOD is also an instant classic and showns much insight into Amy’s thoughts of herself. Listen to the words on the haunting WAKE UP ALONE and SOME UNHOLY WAR and you will feel so much what the life of this woman was like.The song REHAB is not a defiant song to those trying to get her help but rather a declaration of how she thought it wouldn’t help. She talks of what rehab would give her but she could get the same advice and support at home listening to music like Ray Charles and waiting for the sorrow to pass. In her mind it was all about love and heartbeak. If the sorrow could pass she would not have to use. Addiction is a very serious illness and whatever was really going on we need to acknowledge the very sad fact that this musically gifted person Amy Winehouse left us and this life way too early. For her sake she managed to leave a musical legacy behind with only 2 cds. She will live on through her music and because of her gifts as a songwriter and expressive, superbly diverse singer we will always see her as the person by the music. May you rest in peace Amy and hopefully all your demons have been silenced and you have found peace. But rest assured you will be remembered.

Tragic someone so talented was gone so soon! Album is so great to listen to.

I loooove this album so much, I can listen to it from start to finish over and over again. The cover and vinyl insert sleeve are designed so well and the color of the record is so unique and fits the vibe of the album perfectly.

Great album and very cool vinyl and vinyl package

I love this vinyl and album so cute!

This is a solid cd that can be enjoyed from dtart to finish.

HEY SOUL PIONEERS, From the first rotation, I must admit this is a well executed release. It has that classic GAMBLE AND HUFF flow fused into his modern arrangements. I was disappointed that this disc starts with a BANGER called MUD because it’s way too smooth to be a little over 2 min. As for the project itself , he really expanded himself with the production and arrangements. Let’s not forget about his vocal, I can tell he enjoyed himself creating this. TRUE GRADE 4.5. UPDATE: On heavy rotation…..FANTASTIC WORK!

Love this vinyl and it came in perfect shape!

I love Giveon and the album musically and design wise is beautiful. Plays well on my record player and is the perfect album for a quiet night in.

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finally got my hands on this album, a masterpiece of an album, d’angelo never missed, farewell d’angelo, thank you for entertaining the world with your talent and basically started a whole new genre that is called neo soul

Being a fan from day 1, I can honestly say that I never thought I would see the day come. I liken it to the moment of seeing a Black President become reality…I never thought it possible, so I never considered it as an idea. But when it happened, it reshaped the landscapes of young minds who would see this as the norm.This is the music that inspired some of my most insightful moments in life. The sound that created and fine-tuned emotions yet to be known by my teenage self. The sound that matured my palette for melodies that produced mental and emotional experiences that only musical geniuses assemble. For me, D’angelo could have decided to never make a music video for “Untitled”, and I still would have appreciated the essence of the song. That “hit and quit it” sound that echos every few measures had me chanting…”You right…this joint don’t need no title”. I have an appreciation for his talent and desire for perfection. I also connect with the emotional, mental and spiritual burden he has to carry such a gift, despite the industries “On-Demand”, need for the style that sells. He has proven that he will stand alone to bring justice to his gift. So when I am reviewing this album, please excuse the bias.Perhaps the entire notion the album title is the novelty of the idea/ideal of a Black Messiah and how the concept itself literally contradicts a worldwide viewpoint. A Black Messiah is so abstract as a visual, despite being closer to fact historically and physiologically than the imagery itself. Interesting how this sounds like our current climate. If you continue to project imagery of different groups of people being a certain way, then you slowly begin to assume the imagery as fact, versus the actual facts being facts. It creates apathy because no one sees the idea of equality as possible, so you commit to the imagery and find comfort in it.This album is not for you if you are not a music lover. If you don’t enjoy musical subtleties and back-door bass lines that catch you off guard like a thief in the night, then the current music landscape may be more of your style. This music leaves you digusted with the auditory pollution that we have all settled into like an old pair of sweats. Please know, “Charade” and “Really Love”, have officially deleted every popular song from my IPOD. I’m sorry artists who have made a few bucks from me in the last few years…your checks will be a few bucks shorter. I’m sorry to artists who have thrived in this wasteland…but I guess someone needed to make a profit, and you did. But I am hopeful that THE STANDARD will be re-established by artists like D’angelo, Dwele, Raheem Devaughn, Jill Scott. Eric Roberson, Janelle Monae, Yahzarah, India.Arie, Mali Music, and Robert Glasper just to name a few. To go back to a time when these are not the exception but the rule. I’m waiting…

One of the greatest Soul/R&B singers of this current generation is back with a record that feels incredibly familiar with what we’ve come to expect from D’Angelo, yet Black Messiah sounds like the work of a man who wanted to take a step, make that a GIANT leap forward artistically. Which is good, since he had PLENTY of time to gain inspiration to create it and PLENTY more time to actually create it. Personal struggles, and possibly disagreements with his record label made 2000’s modern classic “Voodoo” the last time the public would hear new recorded material from him until now. Black Messiah, an album that gets a credited assist from band, The Vanguard, is not an easy listen at first in part because the vocals are not as clear as the more crisp, digital recordings we’re used to hearing in the majority of modern records. The vocals also seem to be mixed down on some tracks, buried underneath a flood of live instrumentation. Perhaps the low mixing of the vocals was intentional… to ensure that the listener must listen intently to the music as opposed to merely “hearing” it? Either way, D’Angelo’s decision to record the album using old school, analog equipment definitely gives it a more lush, warm sound that we don’t hear in modern R&B. But if you can get beyond that (by looking up the lyrics online in my case) you will be overwhelmed with great songwriting, brilliant instrumentation, and songs that will get better with each successive listen.There are typical Soul/R&B themes on Black Messiah such as love, romance and of course sex, but what is noticeable here that wasn’t as emphasized on D’Angelo’s previous albums “Brown Sugar” and “Voodoo” are themes of social awareness and culturally relevant lyrics that are reminiscent of 60s and 70s Soul music from artists like Stevie Wonder and Marvin Gaye… artists who have clearly influenced the great artist who created this album. He’s definitely had songs that displayed a level of responsibility to speak on social issues (see “Devils Pie” from Voodoo), but on Black Messiah, D’Angelo sounds like an artist who hasn’t dropped an album in almost 15 years… an artist who clearly has some sh*t to say. And if recent current events in America (police-involved shootings, political gridlock over climate change, an increasingly stressed out U.S. population, etc.) influenced D’Angelo’s decision to finally release BM, he couldn’t have chosen a better time. On “The Charade”, D’Angelo sings “Crawling through a systematic maze, And it pains to demise, Pain in our eyes, Strain of drownin’, wading into your lies”. Poignant lyrics that probably won’t inspire hope in the way that a straight-forward, lift-your-spirits type of song could, but it’s an honest record that says to the listener, “I feel how you feel, and I’m frustrated too”. That genuine, empathetic, I-am-one-of-you connection with listeners may be equally as important as a record like “Happy” in times like these. On “Till It’s Done (Tutu)”, D concisely addresses the issue of global warming, “Carbon pollution is heating up the air…” while cleverly forcing the listener to ask themselves, “Do we really know? Do we even care?”. The beauty of BM is that even during it’s heavier moments, the music is still pleasant, even beautiful enough to keep the album upbeat and listenable. But this is no “What’s Going On?”. D’Angelo made a name for himself creating gorgeous love songs that women absolutely love, and songs that men try, in vain, to sing to their women. He doesn’t disappoint on this record, reminding us that he’s one of the Greatest of all-time when it comes to crooning to the ladies. On “Really Love”, D romances his lady “When you look at me, I open up instantly, I fall in love so quickly, …I’m in really love with you”, while also dropping some not-so-subtle sexual innuendo “All night beside you I’d lay, I love you deep when you come to my bed”.If you’re a casual music fan who only rocks to music in your car or when you go to the bars and clubs, this album probably isn’t for you (<--- Something a music snob would say). This is for the music fans with a true appreciation for musical experimentation and elite creativity and musicality (<--- also something a music snob would say). Acoustic drums, guitars, bass and pianos are mixed in well with keyboards and in some cases, electric guitars to give us a truly beautiful musical experience. Listening from your computer or laptop is a no-no, unless said devices are connected to headphones. Stand out tracks are "1000 Deaths" which feature amazing drumming from long-time collaborator (and informal spokesman for D'Angelo) Questlove, "The Charade", "Sugah Daddy", a song that has been heard during recent live performances, and... you know what, I'm going to stop naming tracks because that's what you do to records that have stand out tracks and filler tracks to complement them. This record was created to be greater as a whole than the sum of it's parts. If your still reading this, thanks. But cop this record and listen for yourself already! Lol... One Love.

great album, the great start of a excellent singer, now I need to buy MDM Thursday and Echoes of Silence to complete the collection ????

## Sonic Perfection: A Must-Have for Every CollectionThis album is absolutely essential for any serious music collector. As a dedicated fan who has collected all of Abel’s vinyls, CDs, and merchandise from each drop, I can confidently say this is a cornerstone piece that belongs in every collection.What makes this record special is its historical significance in The Weeknd’s career trajectory. This album launched what would become one of the most influential musical journeys of our generation. Abel truly is the Michael Jackson of our time, constantly reinventing himself while maintaining that unmistakable vocal quality.The vinyl pressing is exceptional. The warm, analog sound brings new dimensions to tracks that digital formats simply can’t capture. The bass resonates with perfect depth, and the atmospheric production elements spread beautifully across the soundstage. Each spin reveals new details I missed in previous listens.For collectors, this isn’t just about owning music—it’s about preserving a pivotal moment in modern music history. Whether you’re a dedicated Weeknd fan or simply appreciate groundbreaking artistry, this record deserves premium shelf space in your collection.Highest recommendation possible for anyone who values authentic sound and artistic evolution!

Looks and functions exactly as it should! I’m pleased with the purchase.

Arrived as I ordered it. Perfect condition.

First time I got it, it had permanent smudges and the vinyl would skip at those parts but was able to replace with ease and the second one was perfect! Great packaging. The condition of the vinyl jacket and the disc itself were both great and it plays good as well.

Pretty simple vinyl but soo good, no complaints about it!

I love the weeknd so muchhhhhhh????

I’ve been a fan of The Weeknd since his early days, and this 10th-anniversary edition of “House of Balloons” is a fantastic addition to my collection. The remastered tracks are crisp and really do justice to the original mixtape. It’s like experiencing these songs for the first time all over again. The audio quality is top-notch, and you can hear the details in the music that were not as pronounced in the original release.What I love most is how they’ve kept the essence of the mixtape. It still has that raw, emotional vibe that first drew me to The Weeknd’s music. Songs like “Wicked Games” and “High for This” feel even more powerful now. This anniversary edition is a perfect blend of nostalgia and high-quality production. Highly recommend it to any fan of The Weeknd or anyone looking to experience his early work in the best possible quality.

This is my first album of Van Morrison to enter my collection. I have been collecting music since 1964. I had no idea how good this cat is. Wow ! Glad I chose this album. Every song is excellent. Excellent CD in audio quality and content.

The record is in perfect condition as is the paper case it’s in. The record sounds so beautiful, and real! The acoustics are amazing and wow it feels great to get back to how music used to sound! We love it

I bought this CD mainly for one song on it. All the songs are great. One of Van Morrison’s earliest albums. It never grows old. The songs do not follow one particular theme. It could be said to be a variety album. It is something you could listen to everyday and not get tired of it.

Delivered on time just the item I want it delivered on time with Care

If I had to rate this album with words, I would have to call it a classic. This is to Van Morrison what Sgt. Pepper was to the Beatles, What Exile on Main St. was to the Rolling Stones, what Every Picture Tells A Story was to Rod Stewart, what Aja was to Steely Dan, what Who’s Next was to the Who, and what Brothers in Arms was to Dire Straits.In Southern California, the first 6 songs (And It Stoned Me, Moondance, Crazy Love, Caravan (performed in the movie “The Last Waltz”), Into the Mystic, and Come Running), are ALL popular classics.7 – These Dreams of You is almost like a shuffling soulful jazzy R&B. The horns add a nice touch to the song.8 – Brand New Day is almost an extension of “And it Stoned Me”. Same theme, and same soul. Back up singers almost give it a gospel feel. I could see this being backed up by the Chicago Mass Choir.9 – Everyone is the odd one on this one, It could almost be considered a throwaway, but you would really miss it if it weren’t on the album. It opens with a harpsichord, later a flute and drums join in (perhaps a preview of coming attractions when he joined the Chieftons on “Celtic Heart”).10 – Glad Tidings is a rocking little song that presents the afterlife (looking at the afterlife as something to be glad about – a reunion of souls if you will, which is actually the REAL us). Another song that would be missed if omitted.Overall, this should be considered a top 50 classic. If it isn’t in your collection, it should be.

Top 10 of all time!

I think this is an overall quality top notch songwriting album. Asteral Weeks was the first Morrison album i had heard. I knew it was experimental and enjoyed it. I am about 75% a fan of mainly instrumental music so for a work that is meant to be based on lyrics i can be slightly critical of it.Morrison is the real deal and even if you are not that into his music you have to appreciate his range with style and vocal delivery.Moondance it totally different from Weeks and this difference is hard to come by. More commonly artist try to be versatile and you can tell they are trying to hard. With Moondance just listen to the fist 5 tracks and they are in totally different rock styles. The 3rd track sound like a quality soul song and Morrison makes his voice sound about as soulful as a white guy can get.Caravan is a great rock song that i have seen several jam bands cover. It is a song that can go in different directions easily.Granted this is a pop album but it has a mature feel to it that makes it seem again of a high quality. When i say high quality i mean the compositions seems fully realized.Morrison seems to have his material together when he goes into the studio.

O one sings like van the man

Quality product. Perfect condition.

In an era where the music industry stresses dance ability over singing ability and caters to entertainers over those with real vocal talent, it’s refreshing to find an artist like Miguel in the midst of all the vapid and forgettable music. I first heard Miguel last year when I stumbled across his recording of the Ne-Yo penned song “Let’s Just Be”. I was very impressed by his vocals and soulful tone, one upping Ne-Yo on his own song. I again heard from Miguel when he released the single “All I Want is You” produced by notable Nas and Amy Whinehouse producer Salaam Remi. The song features a hip-hop back beat with a slinking organ driven bassline. J. Cole, the only guest appearance on the album, delivers a very respectable verse and doesn’t detract from the track as guest rappers occasionally do. A decent track to introduce the uninitiated to Miguel. The opening album track “Sure Thing” is an impressive, unassuming ode to his lover. With sparse instrumentation coupled with catchy metaphor driven writing, it provides for a very memorable song.The overall album has a dirty, smokey but sexy sound to it with plenty of vinyl noise to add to the atmosphere. The album occasionally switches up the laid back vibe with upbeat dance tracks like “Pay Me” and “To the Moon”. The former a high tempo club track destined to move folks to do the dance floor, with an infectious dance groove and hook that is certain to get stuck in your head and the latter featuring a Timbaland esque drum beat begining with sparse synth instrumentation that gives way to sexy chords and lush vocals. Other favorites of mine are “Quickie”, a reggea themed soul song with a chorus that makes no qualms about his intentions and “Girl With A tatoo”, a short but sweet song which is sung accapella with no backing instruments besides Miguels voice. “Be My Vixen” is one of the highest points of the album. This song has Miguel wooing the ladies over big reverbed drums, an elegant guitar and a jazzy mute trumpet by envoking images of Hollywood to tastefully describe his love making sessions.The album is fairly short but very sweet. Clocking in at 42:53 you’ll likely find yourself replaying the album after the first play through. If I were to compare this album to a meal I would certainly say it was a full course meal with no filler or fat to trim. The album is not overwrought with guest appearances, J. Cole’s being the one and only and the album maintains a consistent, cohesive sound and quality throughout. If you’ve heard Miguels music before and know what to expect stylistically, I wouldn’t hesitate to purchase (yes…Purchase) this album AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

I heard “Sure Thing” on R&B station here locally in the Dallas area. I kept saying I gotta find out who sings that song. A close friend had the CD and was going on about how good it was. So I got it for myself! WOW! I am an 80’s baby(MJ/J5, Prince,etc) and I don’t just buy anybody. Last year I bought El DeBarge. This year it is Miguel. I don’t do bootleg. I purchase real music and go to concerts like Maxwell, Lenny Kravitz. I also love classic jazz& reggae. Today’s R&B has too much autotune& rapper appearances. But Miguel, didn’t have all that. I loved every song from start to finish! And yes it is a short CD. But short and hot!After researching him, I found out he has written for a lot of people and is now getting his time to shine. Shine on Miguel! I think he sounds like lead singer of Mint Condition and also Ready for the World. He has that type of range. Miguel can flat right out sang! This is a grown,sexy, fun CD! Thank you Miguel for putting out a high quality CD and being “different” from the rest. Look forward to seeing you in concert and purchasing more of your great music!You are a “SURE THANG!”

1 word for this album…Smooth. A great debut album, one of the best that I’ve heard in a while.You can never go wrong with the combination of a smooth voice, great meaningful lyrics, and urbane instrumentals. Support the artist by buying the album instead of downloading – u won’t be disappointed!Favorite Tracks:1)Sure Thing (Great lyrics)2)All I Want Is You3)Girl With the Tattoo Enter.Lewed (great interlude)4)Pay Me (nice upbeat song)5)Quickie (he keeps it real!)6)Girls Like you7)Overload Enter.Lewd8)Hard Way9)Teach Me10)Hero11)Vixen12)To The Moon13)My Piece (i LOVE this one)I know i named all of the tracks on the album…get the point?!BY THE ALBUM!! it’s worth every penny 🙂

Great debut album by one of the most unique and talented artists in the game today, Miguel. His music is soul mixed with rock, hip hop, electro, funk and other genres to make the Miguel sound. It features the hit title track, All I Want Is You featuring J. Cole, the #1 smash Sure Thing and the quirky and sexy jam Quickie. Girls Like You, Vixen, and Hard Way are dope as well. Pay Me is a dance record that actually ends up being funny, displaying Miguel’s sense of humor. This is a great buy for your music collection.

This album is Miguel’s debut and you would think he was a veteran with the way he came with everything. The album is filled with excellent instrumentals and he has a nice voice. He’s no Luther, but he doesn’t have to be. He is exactly what the industry, and genre need right now. He’s fresh and filled with energy packed into these tracks. Some say he teaters along the lines of Prince, but I think he’s making a way for himself and his versatility in sound foreshadows a lengthy career, which is rare lately. I mostly like when artists create music that can’t definitively squeeze into one genre, but encompass elements of multiple genres, and I think Miguel does that here. Also check out his mixtapes that follow this album, which are Art Dealer Chic vol.1 and Art Dealer Chic vol. 2.

I love this album what a wonderful surprised!!!! I loved his first single ” All I Want Is You” and decided to get the whole album and WOW what a good one it is!!! Miguel reminds me of Prince, Maxwell, R Kelly, Baby Face, and even some Lenny Kravitz. I love the beats and the lyrics, it has so much soul, rock, and urban flare all mixed in. I think my Favorite songs are:My Piece ( Love, Love, Love)Pay Me (this song cracks me up)HeroSure ThingAll I Want Is YouVixenHard Way

Amazing album. If you don’t own it, but love Christmas music, then this is a must have.

I have been wanting this album for awhile and finally decided to purchase. Great sounds and so nostalgic and gets me in the Holiday mood.

Just like I remembered! A very beautiful Christmas record

My sisters and I would listen to this album on 8 TRACK back in the 70’s and early 80’s during the Christmas Holidays! This was back when Michael Jackson was still alive, and was just an innocent kid singing with his brothers. Give Love on Christmas Day still gives me goosebumps! The sentiment has never waned in importance. Christmas, essentially, is about the divine gift of love in the form of an infant. Great “feel good” songs are on the album too, jazzed up “Rudolph” and Mommy kissing Santa Claus. I wouldn’t expect a jaded millennial to feel the same way about this album as I do, but if they just listened to it a little, even the worst Scrooge or Grinch might feel their heart soften!

Ecstatic i now have this in vinyl

No dislikes

Love it

So, when I was in the 8th grade a “million” years ago. My mom loaned by Jackson Five Christmas album to her co-worker.I am now 52 years old and my mom is in her 70’s, I still tease my mom on how I never received my album back.This Christmas I was surprised with my Jackson Five Christmas Album and my mom and I had a wonderful laugh and memory. Excellent condition and was able to reminisce on songs that I used to love as a teenager.

Nice Album I enjoyed very much so.

I’ll be honest, I’ve yet to receive this vinyl. But what I can say is that regardless of whether this vinyl is chipped and plays a warbled/warped sound; I already own this album in mp3 and on album format. It’s honestly my favorite album of all time, and definitely the hands down best christmas album of all time. This is not an arbitrary opinion, I am a scientist. This is science/fact. Someday at Christmas will undoubtedly improve the quality of your life at least tenfold, guaranteed.

How can you live without these childhood memories. House decorated beautifully, cakes baking in the oven, Holiday gatherings and some good old fashion music. Music that you can understand what is being said and you can sing along. Makes you happy. Lip syncing with the made up mike and plenty of laughter. My family had a great time remembering those days of yester-year. Great music.

We use to listen to this album every Christmas when I was a growing up. My dad mentioned that he missed it playing so I ordered it for him. He was very pleased.

got tired of kids songs! and round Christmas i wanted to go back to a time when things were a little more simple, when who you were “with” meant more than what I got! It wasn’t the greatest of times but it was mine!! If you like Charlie brown you will love one little Christmas tree!

Little Stevie brings it. Sweet, funny, corny, spiritual, secular. It’s all here. Even what we call “the MGM Singers” in the background, who are just hokey enough to make it special. We force ourselves to store it with the Christmas ornaments so we only have it out for 6 weeks a year, or we’d play it more.

Classic and must have if you’re Steve Wonder’s fan

Stevie Wonders song someday at Christmas is the entire reason I bought this album and the rest is good to. The song I mentioned melts my heart away. Aisha

I love vinyls, especially amazon’s limited edition releases. The sound quality on vinyl is amazing and this summer walker album is a must have. Grab it yesterday.

Great album! Love the storytelling.

WORTH THE WAIT!! WE ARE FINALLY OVER IT BABY!!! I am so proud of her for putting her heart and soul into the LP. I am so glad to have stayed on this journey with you. Even the sampling done is chef’s kiss. You should be so proud of yourself Summer. You deserve it ????. So happy to be #FinallyOverIT