The project was inspired by iconic holiday records from artists like , The Beach Boys , and The Carpenters . Moving away from the lush, layered production of their previous work ( Volume Two ), the duo opted for a "back-to-basics" approach.
Critical response was generally positive, though some reviewers at The Guardian found the execution occasionally "joyless" or "expressionless". Conversely, reviewers at Beats Per Minute praised its "transcendent melancholia" and suitability for quiet holiday activities like baking or wrapping presents. iTD_She___Him_-_A_Very_She___Him_Christmas.rar
is the first holiday album and third studio release from the indie-folk duo consisting of Zooey Deschanel and M. Ward , released on October 24, 2011 , under Merge Records . Known for its intimate and stripped-back aesthetic, the album features twelve tracks of classic holiday covers recorded primarily with acoustic guitar, ukulele, and vocals. Album Concept and Musical Style The project was inspired by iconic holiday records