Christmas is getting nearer, and we are returning to join hands in solidarity and compassion. Families get to celebrate in style this holiday season, thanks to Yemi Alafifuni's invitation. His newest single, "Home," has a comforting and festive atmosphere, and he hopes that every home will be overflowing with joy this year. The musician from the United Kingdom made a lovely and honorable gesture. Jamie Snell's...

Right, so, Manchester's own Robert McGinty is back. "Reflections," they call it. Twelve classical instrumentals. Twelve! Like the apostles, but...less preachy, more piano-y. It's supposed to be uplifting and joyful, this album, a sequel of sorts, tracking his growth since the debut. Did you know the collective noun for owls is a parliament? Completely unrelated, I know, but owls are wise, and there's a...