Sufjan Stevens’ extensive multi-disc Christmas album is headlined by “Oh Come, Oh Come Emmanuel”. It represents both a modern interpretation of a traditional Christmas carol as well as a personal reflection of Sufjan’s Christian faith. It’s not all ho-ho-ho’s, but it’s not all ho-hum either. It captures the quiet, reflective mood of the artist’s musicality and the quiet mystery and wonderment of the season.
“O come, Thou Day-Spring, come and cheer. Our spirits by Thine advent here. Disperse the gloomy clouds of night and death's dark shadows put to flight.”
