Nourallah Brothers team up for a holiday original on "Christmastime"
With Christmastime, the Nourallah Brothers return after twenty-five years not with a grand statement, but with something far more meaningful. It’s a reunion not driven by trying to revive past glory, but by the simple, irreplaceable joy of collaboration and that sincerity of it all radiates so nicely through every second of this quietly beautiful holiday original.
Written, performed, and produced entirely by the brothers, Christmastime feels intimate from the moment it begins. The instrumentation is beautifully restrained, built on a soft acoustic guitar, subtle drums, and just enough melody to create a warm and nostalgic feel to the whole track. They’re not chasing the showiness or overt polish of modern Christmas pop, which honestly we loved the most. Instead, the song leans into simplicity, the kind that allows emotion in their vocals to rise to the surface and really be the focal point of your listen.
Truly, it’s the vocals that elevate the song to what it is. Faris and Salim sing with a closeness that can’t be faked, a blend shaped by a bond. Their voices carry an effortless chemistry, weaving a real tenderness and strength. Faris’ lyrics thread the needle between melancholy and hope, the way all the best holiday songs do. Meanwhile, Salim’s appreciation for the track’s classic aura comes alive in the performance. You can hear the reverence for tradition and timeless songwriting in every phrase.
So proudly, it doesn’t chase the festive frenzy of December. Instead, it sits beside you like an old friend, reflective and warm. The song captures the kind of holiday moment that’s less about celebration and more about connection. It’s those late-night talks, the quiet mornings, the small reminders that there’s still beauty in the world even when life feels heavy.
As a reintroduction to the Nourallah Brothers’ creative partnership, the single is understated but powerful, suggesting that their renewed collaboration is rooted in something real and lasting. After a quarter-century apart, they’ve returned not to rewrite the past but to build something new with authenticity and heart. Even better, they’ve got a couple other tracks that are out and ready to be enjoyed too!
We’re quickly headed into the holidays and sincerely can’t think of a better way to kick back and relax than with a spin of this. Go ahead and click those links below to listen in, follow along, and of course to stay tuned for the latest.
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