Louie Vega & Friends Celebrate the Holidays with a Brand New Christmas EP on Vega Records

New York, NY
Vega Records proudly announces the release of a brand new Christmas EP from Louie Vega & Friends, a soulful and contemporary holiday collection featuring Grammy Award-winning producer, artist, and DJ Louie Vega and Grammy Award-winning vocalist Lisa Fischer, alongside acclaimed and legendary singer Rahsaan Patterson. The EP presents three original Christmas songs, blending timeless holiday spirit with rich musicianship and modern soul.

Track Listing and Credits

'Snowfall'
Written by Josh Milan and Louie Vega
Lyrics by Josh Milan
Vocals by Lisa Fischer and Rahsaan Patterson

'I'll Be Home For Christmas'
Written by Josh Milan and Louie Vega
Lyrics by Josh Milan
Lead vocals by Lisa Fischer

'Underneath the Mistletoe'
Written by Toni C., Louie Vega and Axel Tosca
Lyrics by Toni C.
Lead vocals by Rahsaan Patterson

An all-star cast of musicians comes together on the EP, bringing depth, soul, and musical excellence to each track. Josh Milan anchors the project on drums and keyboards, while Axel Tosca contributes piano, synth strings, and keyboards, adding lush harmonic textures. The rhythm section is further elevated by Gene Perez on electric bass and legendary guitarist Sherrod Barnes on electric and acoustic guitar. On 'Underneath the Mistletoe,' acclaimed jazz bassist John Benitez appears on upright bass, lending a distinctly organic and swinging feel.

The EP was mixed by Yas Inoue and Louie Vega, ensuring warmth and clarity throughout. 'Snowfall' was recorded by Yas Inoue at Daddy's Workshop, NJ and Jonno Tulshi at The Hub, Ibiza, capturing an intimate yet expansive sonic atmosphere.

Lisa Fischer, whose celebrated career includes a Grammy Award-winning solo release, an Oscar, and decades of iconic performances, delivers a powerful lead vocal on 'I'll Be Home For Christmas' along with Josh Milan on background vocals and joins Rahsaan Patterson on 'Snowfall,' blending two unmistakable voices into a moving holiday moment. Rahsaan Patterson shines on 'Underneath the Mistletoe,' a New Orleans jazz-style holiday tune that follows up last year's LV and Toni C. collaboration 'Santa's Little Helper.'

Guided by the vision and production of Grammy Award-winning Louie Vega, the Christmas EP reflects a deep respect for musical tradition while embracing contemporary soul, jazz, and dance influences. It is a celebration of collaboration, musicianship, friends and family, and the enduring spirit of the season.

Louie Vega & Friends Christmas EP 3 (Full Credits)

'Snowfall'
Josh Milan (Josh Milan Songs / BMI)
Luis F. Vega (Niconane Music / BMI Administered by Pay Day Publishing)
Produced by Louie Vega
Mixed by Louie Vega, Yas Inoue
Vocals: Lisa Fischer, Rahsaan Patterson
Background Vocals: Josh Milan, Lisa Fischer, Rahsaan Patterson
Mix Engineer: Yas Inoue
Keyboards: Axel Tosca, Louie Vega
Electric Bass: Gene Perez
Electric Guitar: Sherrod Barnes
Recording Engineers: Yas Inoue, Jonno Tulshi
Recorded at Helix Studios, NYC & The Hub Ibiza
Mixed at Daddy's Workshop, NJ

'I'll Be Home For Christmas'
Josh Milan (Josh Milan Songs / BMI)
Luis F. Vega (Niconane Music / BMI) Administered by Pay Day Publishing
Produced by Two Soul Fusion (AKA Louie Vega & Josh Milan)
Mixed by Louie Vega, Yas Inoue
Lead Vocal: Lisa Fischer
Lead Vocal & Backgrounds: Josh Milan, Lisa Fischer
Drums & Keyboards: Josh Milan
Piano & Piano Solo: Axel Tosca
Electric Bass: Gene Perez
Acoustic Guitar: Sherrod Barnes
Mix & Recording Engineer: Yas Inoue
Recorded at Helix Studios, NYC
Mixed at Daddy's Workshop, NJ

'Underneath The Mistletoe'
Toni C. (Colandroid Music / BMI)
Luis F. Vega (Niconane Music / BMI) Administered by Pay Day Publishing
Axel Tosca (Bleachy Wilkys Music / ASCAP)
Produced by Louie Vega
Mixed by Louie Vega, Yas Inoue
Lead Vocal: Rahsaan Patterson
Drums: Josh Milan
Piano, Organ, Tuba Synth: Axel Tosca
Upright Bass: John Benitez
Electric Guitar: Sherrod Barnes
Mix Engineer: Yas Inoue
Recorded at Helix Studios, NYC & Daddy's Workshop, NJ
Mixed at Daddy's Workshop, NJ