Country Call 'Em: December CD Releases You Should Be Excited About (And Buying for the Holidays)

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December is always filled with stress, expectations and I suppose a bit of joy as a result of all the hard work that goes into making the holidays special. This season one man stands alone with his tireless efforts, giving fans a full-length album with 12 original tracks (unlike most of the holiday albums out this month.) If you’re looking for something to enjoy all year round, look no further than this awesome December album release.

Phil Vassar has always been a pioneer in country music. First starting as a songwriter for the stars, Phil started recording his own hits in 1999. On December 15th, Phil comes out with Traveling Circus, his fifth studio album. Fast-tracked for release from it’s original February 2010 date, the album arrives just in time to save country fans from the holiday madness.

The title is in reference to the style in which the country songwriting legend feels he’s lived his life for the past few years as a musician. Some new tracks include his singles Bobbi With an I and Everywhere I Go.” Phil has a history of turning out hit after hit, so this album is sure to be a success. His reputation for mixing fresh vocals with smart lyrics makes his sound enjoyable for all country ages. No matter the listener, disappointment is never a word associated with Phil Vassar. It’s a safe bet that all of Nashville, as well as the entire country music community appreciate this album’s fast forward. Its just in time to play on repeat while idling thanklessly in mall parking lots all over the country, in anxious wait of a lone parking spot.

So whether you choose to stuff stockings, wrap it in bows or keep it for yourself, make sure that Phil Vassar’s Traveling Circus makes it way onto your holiday shopping list.