About half way through the Very Most’s version of ‘Away In A Manger’ you will hear a curious sound. It is that of the Doucaine (instrument) which we are reliably informed has only ever made it onto 3 recorded pieces of music before now. But that’s just the start of the charm contained in this rendition of the perennially favourite. Save for the words you’ll hardly recognise the original as the Very Most have lent such an air of jollity to proceedings it may even come across as a brand new standard for the season. ‘Away In A Manager’ is one of 3 festive tracks to be found on the ‘Winter’ EP which marks the concluding part of the Very Most’s ‘A Year With The Very Most’ project. The EP is available to buy from Indiecater for the scrooge like price of €2. KD

The Very Most - Away In A Manger

More Info: Official & Myspace
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Year: 2009