A Swingin' Christmas cover

A Swingin' Christmas

Tony Bennett · 2008

37 min · 11 tracks · jazz · soul

A cozy blend of classic holiday tunes delivered with Bennett's smooth, timeless vocals and swinging jazz arrangements.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • cozy holiday gatherings atmosphere
  • timeless classics for nostalgia
  • easy background for festive meals
  • smooth vocals for relaxed listening
  • steady pacing for holiday cheer

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy party tracks
  • prefer modern sound over classics

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2008, 'A Swingin' Christmas' marks Tony Bennett's return to the holiday music genre after a lengthy career spanning over five decades. At this point, Bennett was enjoying a resurgence in popularity following his acclaimed collaboration with artists like Amy Winehouse and his appearances on various television shows.
Stylistic neighbors
Frank Sinatra· Nat King Cole· Ella Fitzgerald

Tracklist

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

  • 1 I’ll Be Home for Christmas 2:12
  • 2 Silver Bells 3:18
  • 3 All I Want for Christmas Is You 4:19
  • 4 My Favorite Things 2:55
  • 5 Christmas Time Is Here 4:00
  • 6 Winter Wonderland 2:31
  • 7 Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas 4:36
  • 8 Santa Claus Is Coming to Town 2:54
  • 9 I’ve Got My Love to Keep Me Warm 3:32
  • 10 The Christmas Waltz 3:22
  • 11 O Christmas Tree 3:27

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata