Dread Central – “The
masters of All Hallow’s Eve have found another holiday to conquer... Midnight
Syndicate have become iconic. You can
count on every release to represent a specific sound that they have mastered,
and that’s what we have here... a haunted Christmas wonderland... If you enjoy Christmas as well as the spookier
side of life, this will be an excellent addition to your collection.”
Mortis Media – “A
Christmas miracle... It is the ability to weave the fine line between the light
and dark sides of the holidays musically, that makes ‘Christmas: A Ghostly
Gathering’ one of the best albums, holiday or not, that this author has heard
in recent memory.”
Rue Morgue Magazine – Featured Album of the Month
(December, 2015) – “...holiday music redone
with Midnight Syndicate’s unique stamp reflecting beauty, fantasy, and the
supernatural. Imagine Danny Elfman and
Pyotr Tchaikovsky scoring a Tim Burton version of ‘Christmas Carol’ and you’re
not far off. Ideal for horror fans
wishing to add a touch of crimson and black as they gather ‘round the tree this
year.”
Games Gazette (UK) – “This CD has transformed Christmas from the light and lyrical frolic it has become to the exciting holiday it was when we were kids. Instantly recognisable classic tunes played in a manner only Midnight Syndicate can offer and some classics in the making. The best sounds you will hear this Yule.”
Dead With Dave – “The same Midnight Syndicate that set the standard for the entire Halloween music genre are doing Christmas. I'll admit, I had my doubts... until I listened to it..... I will say without a doubt in my mind that this is officially my new favorite Christmas album. I absolutely love it!
Horror Talk - "The beauty of Midnight Syndicate's work is they're not making it obnoxiously or stereotypically bleak... they are subtle with their darkness. Midnight Syndicate constantly amazes me on one-upping their prior release, and damn if they haven't done it again here. If you are a horror fan, there is no excuse not to have 'Christmas: A Ghostly Gathering' on your shelf."
America’s Most Haunted – “An instant classic. Lovers of Christmas music in general will appreciate their exquisitely produced, alternately lovely, stirring, haunting, and festive holiday reveries. Midnight Syndicate has made the season their own.”
Gross Movie Reviews – “They have taken soundtracks to a whole new level with every new release
and ‘Christmas: A Ghostly Gathering' is no different. It not only gets the heart pumping for the
Halloween season but makes even the darkest, soulless individual excited for
the Christmas season. Beautiful,
perfect, mesmerizing... 4 out of 4!”
Mr. Frights – “The
perfect companion to any horrorfile’s holiday... Easily my new favorite
Christmas album... fans old and new
shouldn’t be without this essential collection of music. 4 out of 4!”
City Blood – “Midnight
Syndicate’s take on classic Christmas carols is like nothing I’ve heard before...
beautiful yet haunting.”
Black Gate – ‘Midnight Syndicate Does It Again’ – “And once again, the boys deliver – in a wonderfully
different and unexpected way – A Christmas album. Charmingly haunting... I honestly love every
track.”
Designing The Fear – “Ed
and Gavin have brought the chills once again!
From the moment this CD arrived it has been on constant play. There is no doubt that this will be our soundtrack
from now till Christmas.”
The Inscriber Magazine – “This album is a must have ...The music is at times somber and morose,
hauntingly beautiful, and even devilishly playful, but it is at all times very
entertaining. “
Cryptic Corridor – “True re-imaginings of the Christmas songs you've heard so many times before.... For a moment I forgot that I was listening to a Midnight Syndicate record and got swept up in the majestic awe captured here.... This album defies the conventions of the Christmas albums that flood the airwaves. Bursting with creativity and imagination... a perfect alternative for anyone looking for a truly unique listening experience this holiday season.”
Horror Addicts – “Midnight Syndicate have wrought their
monsterpiece.”
Knightmist – “Christmas A Ghostly Gathering isn’t your
normal offering for this time of year...it can be enjoyed at any time due to
the way the group worked their musical magic.”
Justine’s Halloween – “I
wondered how they would strike that balance of Christmas themes and spooky
music. It can be tricky to do a spooky
take on Christmas... This album struck the perfect balance for me! The music is
beautiful and strikes an eerie chord while remaining respectful to the
Christmas classics.”
Indie Chick – “Guaranteed
to warm even the coldest blood of your favorite dark soul or Goth this holiday
season. Amazing holiday tracks!”
Two Crows Paranormal – “The album is a perfect mix of original material from the band, blended
with their own take on such classics. The
entire album is spectacular.”
Tiffany Apan – “The soundtrack as a whole ranges from
dark and sinister to absolutely beautiful and symphonic while painting a
picture of a vast wintry landscape with the moon high above and a medieval
castle in the distance. (Midnight
Syndicate) continues to not disappoint.”
Black Veil Gothic (UK) – “If you want Christmas music with a dark feel and the cheese removed
then this is for you!”
...full of Easter Eggs for the classic monster fans...I loved every second.... it is up there with my all time favorite Midnight Syndicate albums. I highly recommend it."
