A Christmas Album
Amy Grant · 1983
37 min · 11 tracks · contemporary Christian music
A heartwarming blend of contemporary Christian melodies and traditional holiday classics, evoking nostalgia and joy.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady, consistent festive journey nostalgic holiday atmosphere heartwarming seasonal reflections
- Context
- When Amy Grant released 'A Christmas Album' in September 1983, she was at a pivotal moment following her breakthrough success with 'Age to Age' in 1982. This album marked her first foray into holiday music, showcasing her ability to blend pop sensibilities with Christian themes, solidifying her status as a leading figure in contemporary Christian music.
- If you like
- contemporary Christian music
A Christmas Album is an album by Amy Grant, released in 1983. A heartwarming blend of contemporary Christian melodies and traditional holiday classics, evoking nostalgia and joy. 'A Christmas Album' was significant for its commercial success, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Top Contemporary Christian chart and selling over a million copies. Its fusion of secular and sacred themes influenced both Christian and mainstream holiday music, establishing a template for future holiday releases in the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does A Christmas Album sound like?
A heartwarming blend of contemporary Christian melodies and traditional holiday classics, evoking nostalgia and joy. Rooted in contemporary Christian music.
What makes A Christmas Album by Amy Grant notable?
'A Christmas Album' was significant for its commercial success, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Top Contemporary Christian chart and selling over a million copies. Its fusion of secular and sacred themes influenced both Christian and mainstream holiday music, establishing a template for future holiday releases in the genre. When Amy Grant released 'A Christmas Album' in September 1983, she was at a pivotal moment following her breakthrough success with 'Age to Age' in 1982. This album marked her first foray into holiday music, showcasing her ability to blend pop sensibilities with Christian themes, solidifying her status as a leading figure in contemporary Christian music.
Who is A Christmas Album for?
A Christmas Album works well if you're into steady, consistent festive journey, nostalgic holiday atmosphere and heartwarming seasonal reflections.
How many songs are on A Christmas Album?
A Christmas Album has 11 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Tennessee Christmas Standout 4:35
- 2 Hark! The Herald Angels Sing Standout 2:55
- 3 Preiset dem König! (Praise the King) 1:39
- 4 Emmanuel 2:53
- 5 Little Town 2:48
- 6 Christmas Hymn 2:35
- 7 Love Has Come 4:07
- 8 Sleigh Ride 3:35
- 9 The Christmas Song (Chestnuts) Standout 3:47
- 10 Heirlooms 3:49
- 11 A Mighty Fortress / Angels We Have Heard on High 5:00
Release Date
September 27, 1983
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
37 min 43 sec
Learn More
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.
