Ace Collins. Grand Rapids, Mich.: Zondervan, 2010. 224 pp. (Hardback).
Did you know that “O Come, All Ye Faithful” was the first song recorded with a microphone instead of the pre-1925 acoustic recording horn? The sound was so much improved over earlier recording methods that it became a hit in July of that year.
How about the old favorite “I’ll Be Home for Christmas”? It was tied up in a court case that threatened its timely release in 1943, with a songwriter claiming he provided the inspiration for the song and should have credit for his part.
Ace Collins is known for writing about the stories behind events and songs. In this latest book, he shares interesting details that might enhance your enjoyment of many Christmas hits, from “Silent Night” to “Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer.”
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