Music Style Hard-rock, instrumental Christmas carols

Musical Influences Kansas, Led Zeppelin

Similar Artists Gary Hoey, Trans Siberian Orchestra, Mannheim Steamroller

Artist History Each Christmas season since 1997, Yes Virginia has released hard rocking versions of classic Christmas carols. Originally intended strictly for the enjoyment of their families and friends, the groups first effort, "Do You Hear What I Hear" wound up getting substantial airplay in the band's hometown of Wilmington DE. Each subsequent year their projects have gotten more ambitious, their listening audience grows, and the reviews get better and better. Now a staple of Mid-Atlantic radio throughout the holiday season, Yes Virginia is currently working on their sixth annual Christmas release.

Group Members Paul Janocha: bass, guitar Joe Merkel: guitar Mario Padovani: keyboards Gregg Hoffman: drums

Albums Yes Virginia (1999), O Holy Night (2000), My Favorite Things - EP (2001)

Press Reviews "...laced with notable guitar riffs, making this a record sure to be enjoyed by twenty-, thirty-, forty-, and fifty-something rockers." Do you Hear What I Hear Holiday CD Reviews "If the band keeps up this kind of quality work, chances are they could be the next Mannheim Steamroller when it comes to Christmas music." The Daily Vault

Location Wilmington, Delaware - USA

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