American singer Jonathan McReynolds released a new EP, Red & Green. It has six original songs.
The musical genre is Inspirational. The EP has a heartwarming music. The compositions are well-structured, and the musicians play remarkably.
There are quite a few incredible ballads with a captivating rhythm.
The song White Christmas (not to be confused with Bing Crosby’s White Christmas) has a lovely concert vibe. The guitar in the background creates a smooth Jazz sound. Terrell Demetrius Wilson and Christopher Mychal Wyatt did remarkable work composing this piece.
The piece Don’t Take Christmas has a beautiful piano playing calmly in the background, creating an intimate and contemplative vibe. It parallels Christmas classics (e.g., Christmas Song and Bing Crosby’s White Christmas) and Stevie Wonder’s single One Little Christmas Tree. Sent Me A King has a calming, smooth rhythm, which the piano complements nicely. It reminds me of 90s singles by Boyz II Men and songs from Disney movies. Terrell Demetrius Wilson also composed this heartfelt ballad.
Forever Mistletoe starts with a bold guitar sound combined with traditional-style music that creates suspense and excitement. It parallels Craig David and Bruno Mars with music from the Inspirational music genre. It also reminds me of Stevie Wonder’s ’70s works. The harp in the background adds a romantic touch.
The other two songs, Red & Green and Christmas Is Everything, are cheerful and upbeat.
The song Red & Green has bold energy and a fun beat that is favourable for dancing. Terrell Demetrius Wilson and Christopher Mychal Wyatt composed the dynamic music with incredible skill.
Christmas Is Everything has a cheerful beat and a 70s/90s vibe. It parallels Stevie Wonder’s music but with contemporary sounds. Terrell Demetrius Wilson did remarkable work composing this piece.
The music throughout the EP brings joy and ease, with impressive composers and musicians.
Jonathan McReynolds’s voice is soft and husky. He sings soulfully, reminding me of Stevie Wonder and Boyz II Men. His beautiful vocal technique is suitable for each song.
There’s an incredible duet with the tune Sent Me A King (with Smokie Norful). Their voices complement each other beautifully, and they both sing their parts with heart and soul.
The lyrics of these original tunes are poetic and soulful.
Two songs are sentiment and profound, talking about the Christmas season and its memories.
White Christmas is a heartfelt song about finding happiness from within and dreaming of snow on Christmas day. It also has classic Christmas references, such as the snowman, Grinch, and Christmas tree. Rogest “Rosco” Carstaphen wrote this song with feeling.
Red & Green is a heartwarming song about spending time with family, as well as love and romance. It also celebrates the importance of being there for one another. These are classic choices for Christmas colours. Rogest “Rosco” Carstaphen wrote this tune with heart and soul.
Other songs discuss love and peace with words that are from the heart.
Don’t Take Christmas is a sentimental prayer song written with heart and soul. It discusses the importance of peace and life’s priorities. Jonathan McReynolds wrote this beautiful piece.
Sent Me A King is a well-written song with captivating storytelling about Jesus’ birth. This tune represents a time of hope—a beautifully told story. Jonathan McReynolds and Smokie Norful did a great job writing this piece.
The song Christmas Is Everything is a sweet piece about the joys of the holiday season—a time of love and hope. Jonathan McReynolds and Rogest “Rosco” Carstaphen did a fantastic job writing this tune, capturing that Christmas feeling.
Forever Mistletoe ends the EP on a romantic note. It poetically describes celebrating Christmas with a significant other— a metaphor for true love. Jonathan McReynolds and Rogest “Rosco” Carstaphen wrote this song with impressive depth.
The lyrics are profound, poetic and sentimental, written from the heart.
The EP Red & Green is available.
