This holiday season, people can prepare to stir their souls and lift spirits with the latest musical gift to the world, Sleep, Baby Jesus: A Peg Luke Christmas. A seamless blend of traditional carols and brand new hymns, this album is poised to become the soundtrack to this year’s festivities, enveloping listeners in the true essence of Christmas.
Luke, who has wowed fans before and earned their stripes with Grammy and Emmy nominations, teams up with the genius of Lucas Sader, the current music director for Pentatonix, to bring you a magical rendition of “O, Holy Night” nothing less than heavenly. The audience is transported to that serene night in Bethlehem, surrounded by the soft vibration of a harp and the ethereal sounds of a choir.
Joining forces with Grammy-winning Neal Merrick Blackwood, Luke puts a new spin on “O Come,” turning it into a rousing plea for Emmanuel to come, with each chorus a spirited ‘Rejoice! And in the heart of the mountains of North Carolina, just before the world turned upside down, “The Greatest Gift” was born – a delicate story of childhood, rich in imagery and emotion.
It’s not just the music that makes this album a standout. Renowned videographer Jody Spence brings his eye for storytelling to the project, capturing both behind-the-scenes magic and the creation of a beautiful music video for “The Greatest Gift.” It’s a visual feast that complements the album’s auditory splendor.
From the tender lullaby of “Sleep, Baby Jesus” to the stark beauty of “In the Bleak Midwinter,” Peg invites her listeners on a journey through the season, reminding them that the greatest gift one can offer is their own heart . And as Luke continues to be a beacon of comfort and inspiration through songs like “Lord, I Want to Be a Christian,” “Dirt Under His Nails,” “Amazing Grace,” and others, Sleep, Baby Jesus: A Peg Luke Christmas serves as a shining example of her exceptional talent, capturing the essence of the holiday season with its deep sense of holiness and awe-inspiring beauty.
