Released December 2022
This all-star rendition of legendary soul singer Donny Hathaway’s “This Christmas” was produced and arranged by Ken Stacey (Elton John, Michael Jackson, Ambrosia) for Rock Cellar and The Tribe Band (www.thetribeband.com). It features Kenny Loggins, Michael McDonald, Richard Marx, Melissa Manchester, Lamont Dozier, Jr., Freda Payne, Frank McComb, Florence LaRue, the Tribe band, and more paying tribute to one of the greatest Christmas songs of all time.
Donations raised from this video benefit the Donny Hathaway Legacy Project (DHLP), established by Hathaway’s youngest daughter, Donnita Hathaway, to honor his rich musical legacy and provide effective resources to aid those who suffer from mental illness. Hathaway himself suffered from severe mental illness which eventually resulted on his untimely death in 1979 at just 33 years of age. If you feel inspired, please make a donation to: gettogetherfoundation.kindful...
“This Christmas” was co-written by Donny Hathaway and Nadine McKinnor and first released in 1970. At the time of its release, Hathaway’s genius impacted Christmas music with a style much different than traditional Christmas songs… one that represented African Americans. Guitarist Phil Upchurch, who played on the original recording of “This Christmas,” said the song was "absolutely the premiere holiday song written by an African American.”
“This Christmas” was recorded in Rock Cellar Studios and Santa Barbara Sound Design.
Thanks to all the stars who gave of their time for this great effort.
The Tribe Band is a collective of Los Angeles based musicians and singers who perform for various causes. Since 2015, The Tribe’s live concerts and recording projects have raised money and awareness for organizations including the Get Together Foundation, MusiCares®, the Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation, The Midnight Mission, Hope of the Valley Rescue Mission, City of Hope, and more.
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For more information:
Lauri Reimer, Special Projects Coordinator: lauri@getogetherfoundation.com
Get Together Foundation www.gettogetherfoundation.com
Donnita Hathaway, director: donnita@donnyhathaway.org
Donny Hathaway Legacy Project donnyhathaway.org/
Tribe band: www.thetribeband.com
Ken Stacey, producer / arranger: www.kenstacey.com
Michael Stern, recording engineer: www.imdb.com/name/nm0827788/?r...
Alex Lebowitz, video editor: alexanderlebowitz1@gmail.com
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