A Christmas Album cover

A Christmas Album

James Taylor · 2004

42 min · 11 tracks · country · folk rock · pop rock

A warm blend of acoustic textures and soothing vocals create a cozy festive atmosphere throughout the album.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • cozy holiday gatherings atmosphere
  • nostalgic winter evenings by fire
  • warm acoustic textures to relax
  • steady festive spirit throughout
  • sing-along classics for all

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy party tracks
  • prefer modern experimental sounds

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time James Taylor released 'A Christmas Album' in 2004, he was well-established as a beloved singer-songwriter with a career spanning over three decades. This release came after his acclaimed album 'October Road' (2002) and showcased his ability to reinterpret classic holiday songs while maintaining his signature folk-rock style.
Stylistic neighbors
Carole King· Jackson Browne· Jim Croce

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Winter Wonderland 3:36
  • 2 Go Tell It on the Mountain 3:48
  • 3 In the Bleak Midwinter 4:18
  • 4 Baby, It's Cold Outside 4:19
  • 5 Santa Claus Is Coming to Town 2:58
  • 6 Jingle Bells 3:55
  • 7 The Christmas Song 3:54
  • 8 Deck the Halls 2:51
  • 9 Some Children See Him 4:41
  • 10 Who Comes This Night 4:17
  • 11 Auld Lang Syne 3:41

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