A Family Christmas is the sixth extended play by American contemporary Christian music band We the Kingdom. The EP was released via Capitol Christian Music Group on October 22, 2021.[1] The EP features guest appearances by Dante Bowe, Maverick City Music, and Chris Tomlin.
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| Released | October 22, 2021 | |||
| Studio | Ed Cash's home studio, Franklin, Tennessee | |||
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| Length | 25:10 | |||
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| Producer | We the Kingdom | |||
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The EP was supported by the release of "Still Can’t Sleep On Christmas Eve" and "Silent Night (Heavenly Peace)" as singles.
The EP peaked at No. 44 on Billboard's Top Christian Albums chart in the United States. A Family Christmas received a GMA Dove Award nomination for Christmas / Special Event Album of the Year at the 2022 GMA Dove Awards.[2]
Background
editOn October 20, 2021, We the Kingdom announced that A Family Christmas EP was slated for release on October 22.[3] The EP contains six tracks, including guest appearances from Dante Bowe and Maverick City Music on the song "Silent Night (Heavenly Place)" and Chris Tomlin on the song "Christmas Day".[4] The EP was recorded in Ed Cash's home studio in Franklin, Tennessee.[5]
Release and promotion
editSingles
edit"Still Can’t Sleep On Christmas Eve" and "Silent Night (Heavenly Peace)" were released to Christian radio in the United States as the lead singles from the EP.[6]
Reception
editCritical response
edit| Review scores | |
|---|---|
| Source | Rating |
| 365 Days of Inspiring Media | 4.5/5[7] |
Joshua Andre in his 365 Days of Inspiring Media review wrote a favourable review of the extended play, saying: "With nothing much more needing to be said about We The Kingdom and their debut Christmas project; this release is especially moving and inspiring," further adding that "every track has no discernible weaknesses in any aspect."[7]
Accolades
edit| Year | Organization | Award | Result | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | GMA Dove Awards | Christmas / Special Event Album of the Year | Nominated |
Track listing
editAll tracks were written by Ed Cash, Scott Cash, Franni Cash, Martin Cash, and Andrew Bergthold, except where stated.
| No. | Title | Writer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Still Can't Sleep On Christmas Eve" |
| 3:20 |
| 2. | "Glorious" | 4:31 | |
| 3. | "Silent Night (Heavenly Peace)" (with Dante Bowe and Maverick City Music) | Traditional | 4:33 |
| 4. | "Light of the World (Sing Hallelujah)" | 4:20 | |
| 5. | "Light of the World (Sing Hallelujah)" (Live from Berry Hill) | 4:03 | |
| 6. | "Christmas Day" (with Chris Tomlin) | 4:20 | |
| Total length: | 25:11 | ||
Charts
edit| Chart (2022) | Peak position |
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| US Christian Albums (Billboard)[10] | 44 |
Release history
edit| Region | Date | Format(s) | Label(s) | Ref. |
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| Various | October 22, 2021 | Capitol Christian Music Group | [9] |
References
edit- ^ Cluver, Ross (October 22, 2021). "We The Kingdom Release New 'A Family Christmas' EP | CCM Magazine". CCM Magazine. Salem Communications. Retrieved December 20, 2021.
- ^ Longs, Herb (August 10, 2022). "Watch: Nominations For 53rd Annual GMA Dove Awards Announced - TCB". The Christian Beat. Retrieved October 9, 2022.
- ^ Clarks, Jessie (October 20, 2021). "We The Kingdom Announces 'A Family Christmas' Due October 22 - TCB". The Christian Beat. Retrieved December 20, 2021.
- ^ Chavez, Adriana (October 20, 2021). "We The Kingdom Announce 'A Family Christmas'". Vacancy Magazine. Retrieved December 20, 2021.
- ^ Asker, Jim (October 20, 2021). "We The Kingdom to Release Holiday EP – Billboard". Billboard. Retrieved December 20, 2021.
- ^ Capitol CMG Radio (November 4, 2021). "Capitol CMG Radio on Instagram: "We The Kingdom is coming in HOT with not one, but TWO Christmas songs for your air waves! ・・・ "Still Can't Sleep On Christmas…"". Instagram. Retrieved December 20, 2021.
- ^ a b Andre, Joshua (December 16, 2021). "We The Kingdom – A Family Christmas EP | 365 Days of Inspiring Media". 365 Days of Inspiring Media. Retrieved December 21, 2021.
- ^ "2022 Nominees | The 53rd Annual GMA Dove Awards". GMA Dove Awards. August 10, 2022. Archived from the original on August 11, 2022. Retrieved August 18, 2022.
- ^ a b "A Family Christmas - EP by We The Kingdom on Apple Music". Apple Music. United States. Apple Inc. October 22, 2021. Retrieved December 20, 2021.
- ^ "We The Kingdom Chart History (Christian Albums)". Billboard. Retrieved January 5, 2022.
External links
edit- Lyrics and sheet music for the EP on PraiseCharts