Christmas comes: Bethesda celebrates the season with song

Bethesda released a modern Christmas hymn "If this is Christmas" on Sunday, December 18, one week before the Christian holy holiday that celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ. Shanna Delaney and Eric Ling crafted the beautiful baroque-style serenade and recorded it with Dan Corby in one day, stating on the band's Bandcamp page, "This is our gift to you."

Delaney's endearing vocals are reminiscent of Karen Carpenter crooning the classic "Merry Christmas, Darling," composed by Richard Carpenter with lyrics by Frank Pooler. Much like the song that earned The Carpenters a Billboard No. 1 holiday hit in 1970, Bethesda's Yuletide carol has the potential to make its history in the hearts of families celebrating this special time of year. 


Lyrics to "If this is Christmas" are available on Bethesda's Bandcamp page.

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Sean Benjamin announces 'I Exist' digital release

Hip-hop-influenced acoustic pop musician Sean Benjamin officially announced the digital release of his long-awaited, full-length studio album I Exist tonight. The recording features newer songs "Hook Up" (featuring Ran Reed) and "Should I" (feat. Dru Boogie), which fans will recognize from his live performances. It also includes "Hypnotized" and "Chain Reaction," two previously released singles for which Benjamin launched music videos in 2009. Benjamin takes the dance rock route on I Exist, incorporating electronic beats and synth-based effects over electric and acoustic guitar.  The album is available now on iTunes and Amazon.

Follow The Rhythm Report for additional updates on what Benjamin will be up to post release this fall.

Written by Priscilla Tasker