Newly formed label, as part of the Universal Music Distribution family, creates Christmas music for a new generation, featuring stellar performances by a high-profile ensemble of established and emerging artists.

The first single, "Miracle Christmas Night," features The Emotion's Wanda Vaughn with introduction by Stevie Wonder

Contact: Lesley Burbridge-Bates, L.A.B. Media, 615-414-7573, lesley.bates@labmediaonline.com

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 21 /Christian Newswire/ -- Penny's Gang Records (PGR), the newly-formed label co-founded by longtime industry veteran Chris Bolden and former World Ski Champion Penny McCoy, formally announces the upcoming release of PGR's first Christmas album, which is now available everywhere.  The album is being distributed by Fontana/Universal Music Group. 

The 11-track release features both the familiar -- Wanda Vaughn's (of The Emotions fame) -- superbly impassioned offering of "Miracle Christmas Night" which is introduced by Stevie Wonder, and Terry Dexter who can be heard on "There's Nothing Like Christmas Time," as well as emerging artists such as newcomers Patrick Paegel who offers the worshipful "The Great I Am" and special guest appearances by Nonie Devon and Mashonda Huskey who open the set with the emotional Christmas favorite "Do You Hear What I Hear?" which is at once familiar to listeners as it sets the tone for introducing a collection of new music which are certain to become classics in the coming years. 

It is an artistically adventurous album that emphasizes the eternally-loving heart of God as our Father for this season of miracles - which is perhaps best evidenced on the breathtakingly beautiful  "What Child Is This?" on which guitarist Les Law clearly displays his elegant yet simple virtuosity which is seamlessly intertwined with the majesty and clarity of critically-acclaimed jazz violinist Karen Briggs who makes a special appearance.  The arrangement of the song, which is textured and enriched by its musical honesty and reverence for what has become a season classic, is one example of how the album successfully creates a link between Christmas classics when given new and different interpretations. 

Most importantly, perhaps, is the project's ability to cross the lines of time and genres as it offers music that is profoundly classical in nature such as "Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring," featuring Bill Cody and the lilting, reggae-infused track "I Am A Little Package," featuring LeDon Smith and the Roma Carriere Children's Choir in addition to the other heartfelt and compelling music.  MIRACLE CHRISTMAS NIGHT is new Christmas music for a new generation.

Penny McCoy, co-founder of PGR Records said: "These are interesting and challenging times and we wanted to create an album that reminded us all of the truth and good that's inherent in this season.  It is a season of miracles and a season in which to be grateful for the gift of life as well as a time to reach out to others.  We wanted this album to be a celebration of the season and all that it means for us collectively and individually.  And it is our greatest hope that this album will speak to the heart of God's love." 

For more information on Penny's Gang Records, please visit: www.pennysgangrecords.com

MIRACLE CHRISTMAS NIGHT/Liner Notes ...

The heart of God as our Father in this Christmas album is calling our hearts as His children into the depths of God, bringing each of us to the end of ourselves, to a place where we must choose whether we will take our cue from the world's point of view or follow hard after His truth.

And God replies:

Is it any wonder Christmas is so sad when you turn your back on the lowly manger holding God as man?  Look at all you lonely people living in a daze.  All I ask for you to do is hold my hand by faith.  I am Baby Jesus -- the man, God with you.  Won't you let me in?

This Miracle Christmas Night gave birth to eternal life and angels spoke of holiness kind.  The glory of creation whispered its cry while silence spoke of a hope-filled life.  Freedom soared on eagle's wings and forgiveness clothed me-the newborn King.

This Miracle Christmas Night can happen to you.

Won't you open your heart and WELCOME THE SAVIOR OF THE WORLD?

With Love from

Christmas Himself

P.S.  Am I just in heaven or down here in your heart or am I not at all?

MIRACLE CHRISTMAS NIGHT/Credits
Do You Hear What I Hear featuring Nonie Devon and Mashonda Huskey
(Noel Regney, Gloria Shayne)
Jewel Music Publishing Co., Inc. (ASCAP)
Produced by Wirlie Morris for Take Note Entertainment
Guitar: Michael Thompson
All other instruments: Wirlie Morris
Background vocals: Nonie Devon and Mashonda Huskey

Miracle Christmas Night featuring Wanda Vaughn with Introduction by Stevie Wonder
(Penny McCoy, Wirlie Morris, Chris Bolden)
Penny's Gang Music (ASCAP) / Universal Lingo (ASCAP) / Golden Bolden Music (ASCAP)

Miracle Christmas Night/Release
5

Produced by Wirlie Morris for Take Note Entertainment
Guitar: Agape Jerry
All other instruments: Wirlie Morris
Background vocals: Wanda Vaughn and Mashonda Huskey

What Child Is This featuring Les Law and Karen Briggs
(Traditional)
Produced by Chris Bolden for Golden Bolden Music
Guitar: Les Law
Violin: Karen Briggs

The Great I Am featuring Patrick Paegel
(Patrick Paegel)
Paegel Publishing (ASCAP)
Produced by Jerry Andrews
Guitar: Jerry Andrews

Miracle Christmas Night/Release
5

I Am Baby Jesus featuring Shelley James
(Penny McCoy, Wirlie Morris, Chris Bolden)
Penny’s Gang Music (ASCAP) / Universal Lingo (ASCAP) / Golden Bolden Music (ASCAP)
Produced by Wirlie Morris for Take Note Entertainment
Guitar: Michael Thompson
All other instruments: Wirlie Morris
Background vocals: Shelley James, Mashonda Huskey

Christmas Wish featuring Mashonda Huskey
(Chris Bolden, Lindy Robbins)
Universal Music Corp./Golden Bolden Music (ASCAP) / Universal-PolyGram Intl. Publ., Inc./Angelou Music (ASCAP)
Produced by Wirlie Morris for Take Note Entertainment
Guitar: Michael Thompson, Agape Jerry
All other instruments: Wirlie Morris
Background vocals: Mashonda Huskey  

Miracle Christmas Night/Release
6

There's Nothing Like Christmas Time featuring Terry Dexter
(Terry Dexter, Jamey Jaz)
Chikn O Botty (BMI) / Chrysalis/Opopp Music (ASCAP)
Produced by Jamey Jaz for OPOPP Productions
All instruments - Jamey Jaz

The Christmas Tree I See featuring Ledon Smith
(Carl McCoy, Jim McGorman, Chris Bolden)
Penny's Gang Music (ASCAP) / McG Melodies (ASCAP) / Golden Bolden Music (ASCAP)
Produced by Chris Bolden for Golden Bolden Music
Guitar: Michael Thompson, Agape Jerry
Bass: William Taylor
All other instruments: Chris Bolden
Background vocals: Kevin Wyatt and Sherree Brown

I Am A Little Package featuring Ledon Smith and the Roma Carriere Choir
(Penny McCoy, Chris Bolden)
Penny's Gang Music (ASCAP) / Golden Bolden Music (ASCAP)
Produced by Chris Bolden for Golden Bolden Music
Guitar: Agape Jerry
Bass: William Taylor
All other instruments: Chris Bolden
Additional Drum Programming: John Barnes III
Background vocals: Ledon Smith and the Roma Carriere Choir
Roma Carriere Choir: Cydney Bolden, Christian Bolden, Kaliegh Hanley, Olivia Roberts

Where Are You Now featuring Sherree Brown
(Penny McCoy, Wirlie Morris, Chris Bolden)
Penny's Gang Music (ASCAP) / Universal Lingo (ASCAP) / Golden Bolden Music (ASCAP)
Produced by Wirlie Morris for Take Note Entertainment
Guitar: Michael Thompson
All other instruments: Wirlie Morris
Background vocals: Sherree Brown

Miracle Christmas Night/Release
7

Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring featuring Bill Cody
(Traditional)
Produced by Wirlie Morris for Take Note Entertainment and Jerry Andrews
Guitar: Michael Thompson
All other instruments: Wirlie Morris
Background vocals: Mashonda Huskey
Recorded at Penny's House by Jordan Stone except
"There's Nothing Like Christmas Time" Recorded and Mixed by Jamey Jaz for OPOPP Productions
Mixed by John Van Nest at Resonate Studios, Burbank, CA except
"I Am Baby Jesus" and "I Am A Little Package" Mixed by Jordan Stone
"The Christmas Tree I See" Mixed by John Van Nest and Jordan Stone
Mastered by Chris Gehringer at Sterling Sound, New York, NY