They were invited to preform this and were the only preformence to get a standing ovation at the show. Most of the band members play multiple instruments.
For King and Country has a live Christmas concert done a couple of years ago in Phoenix, AZ that is phenomenal. It includes this song, among others…they’re all great.
You need to watch the official video for this song. It is less "energetic" but still good. The drummer boy in the video is the son of Luke the adult drummer. He and his brother Joel Smallbone are the singers/leads of the group. They do a great live show.
I've been a huge fan, music purchaser, and concert attendee of 4K&c since 2012. This tour is one of our family's favorite!! But you have to understand what inspired them to do this. They were inspired by one of the biggest and longest touring Christian rock bands, Petra, who did their take on this song, a heavy rock version in the early 2000's (video is on RUclips). However, Petra was inspired in their version by another Christian rock band, Whiteheart, who released their arrangement in the late 1980's, around 1989. Their version was not released on a singular titled album but on a "radio-play-only" collection of Christmas songs that was put together by their label. I know this because I was working for the original Christian music radio station in Nashville, TN (WNAZ) at that time. Until the Smallbone's released this arrangement to this song, with its remarkable percussion-loaded instrument mastery, the Whiteheart arrangement was my favorite. However, I never got to see them perform it live. I have seen the live concert of 4K&c Christmas tour for the past 4 years and every time it is better than the last! It's worth seeing in person, if you get the chance, GO!!!! ❤
The sideways accordion is called a harmonium for those that don't know. Did you notice Joel throw the tambourine across the stage? Luke's son now plays the Drummer Boy. I think he is 7. "God Only Knows" is a song that saved my life at one point; it shows the struggle of depression ans suicide: ruclips.net/video/Q5cPQg3oq-o/видео.htmlsi=mjcuiW5xELlIibhh
Hey if you enjoyed For King and Country, you should also hear some NEEDTOBREATHE. Rock and Roll band with success in the Christian genre, but you will have probably also heard their music in commercials and American Idol and such. You MUST hear Bear Rhinehart's voice, SalvoG.
OK on another note.. The band, "Here Comes the Mummies" Carol of the Bells. It's... really funny, a bit ridiculous, and Good for a light hearted laugh! Good Luck. (their 'regular songs' are Funk Rock with a horn section)
Way to f*** up a sweet and plaintive song and do away with its intended reverence. What's the focal point here - the song or the actors? If I were in the audience I'd be standing - to show them the way to the exit. Stick with the Bob Seger version.
They were invited to preform this and were the only preformence to get a standing ovation at the show. Most of the band members play multiple instruments.
I think between the two brothers alone they play a total of 27 instruments.
Who ever thought Little Drummer Boy could be so EPIC and 🔥??? 😁 ❤💚
I first saw this quite some time ago and thought it was marvellous. I still do. Best version ever in my opinion.
I discovered this group over a year ago. They are excellent and have great compositions. A real pleasure to listen to and see them.
This was great. Thanks so much...needed it. Happy Birthday, Jesus.🌟
A masterpiece. My favorite Christmas song of all time made epic and timeless. Just extraordinary.
For King and Country has a live Christmas concert done a couple of years ago in Phoenix, AZ that is phenomenal. It includes this song, among others…they’re all great.
Best Version EVER!!!
I saw them do this several years back at Winter Jam.... every bit as amazing as this performance!! Breathtaking!
Joel and Luke are incredible performers! I've seen them live twice, and I always rock out to their concerts!!
Love this band 😊
For King and Country are amazing! Try looking for live arena performances. They sell out 10,000 seat arenas and have won 4 Grammys!
Fantastic performance
Loved it!
Their Sister Rebecca St James is an amazing Christian artist also
You need to watch the official video for this song. It is less "energetic" but still good. The drummer boy in the video is the son of Luke the adult drummer. He and his brother Joel Smallbone are the singers/leads of the group. They do a great live show.
Oh YAAAAY!!! I love this version! Pressing play…👏🏻🔥🥁
One of my favorite performances of this song
Another fantastic suggestion from the same category would be David Phelps "O Holy Night".
Such a cool version, the album is great !
I've been a huge fan, music purchaser, and concert attendee of 4K&c since 2012. This tour is one of our family's favorite!! But you have to understand what inspired them to do this. They were inspired by one of the biggest and longest touring Christian rock bands, Petra, who did their take on this song, a heavy rock version in the early 2000's (video is on RUclips). However, Petra was inspired in their version by another Christian rock band, Whiteheart, who released their arrangement in the late 1980's, around 1989. Their version was not released on a singular titled album but on a "radio-play-only" collection of Christmas songs that was put together by their label. I know this because I was working for the original Christian music radio station in Nashville, TN (WNAZ) at that time. Until the Smallbone's released this arrangement to this song, with its remarkable percussion-loaded instrument mastery, the Whiteheart arrangement was my favorite. However, I never got to see them perform it live. I have seen the live concert of 4K&c Christmas tour for the past 4 years and every time it is better than the last! It's worth seeing in person, if you get the chance, GO!!!! ❤
Fantastic.
Saw their Christmas concert here in 2018 with Third Day. They've also performed at my church a couple of times.
Told ya! AMAZING, eh? I ask so many reactors to do this version and it is frequently passed over. It is killer. Happy New Year
The sideways accordion is called a harmonium for those that don't know. Did you notice Joel throw the tambourine across the stage? Luke's son now plays the Drummer Boy. I think he is 7. "God Only Knows" is a song that saved my life at one point; it shows the struggle of depression ans suicide: ruclips.net/video/Q5cPQg3oq-o/видео.htmlsi=mjcuiW5xELlIibhh
I'm not a Christmas music fan but this was really cool. The only exception is 'Carol of the Bells' (instrumental) which rarely gets played.
Hey if you enjoyed For King and Country, you should also hear some NEEDTOBREATHE. Rock and Roll band with success in the Christian genre, but you will have probably also heard their music in commercials and American Idol and such. You MUST hear Bear Rhinehart's voice, SalvoG.
Oh, I forgot, their Christmas songs are covers of Go Tell it on the Mountain and Silent Night, Holy Night.
OK on another note.. The band, "Here Comes the Mummies" Carol of the Bells. It's... really funny, a bit ridiculous, and Good for a light hearted laugh! Good Luck. (their 'regular songs' are Funk Rock with a horn section)
i there salvo!.i got rubber soul'd as a kid...and yeh cool lets find a time'cheerz*
Now react to "Joy" They are Brothers.💕
You should also check out the same song done by David Bowie and Big Crosby.
Definitely. 🎄🎀✨
Check out Patty Gurdy and Fiddler’s Green doing “The Yule Fiddler.” Or, “Another Christmas Song,” by Jethro Tull.
😂😂😂😂😂
Way to f*** up a sweet and plaintive song and do away with its intended reverence. What's the focal point here - the song or the actors? If I were in the audience I'd be standing - to show them the way to the exit. Stick with the Bob Seger version.
Salvo should definitely check out Bob Seger's version. Love it!
ruclips.net/video/Ix_vxfkVyFE/видео.html