A Very Merry Christmas
Bobby Vinton · 1964
31 min · 12 tracks · pop music
A joyful blend of traditional carols and original holiday tunes wrapped in lush pop arrangements.
Why this album works
'A Very Merry Christmas' achieved significant chart success, reaching No. 5 on the Billboard Christmas Albums chart and becoming a staple in holiday music collections. The album's blend of familiar carols with Vinton's unique style influenced subsequent holiday albums by pop artists, contributing to the genre's evolution during the 1960s.
- Career context
- Released in early 1964, 'A Very Merry Christmas' arrived during Bobby Vinton's commercial peak, following the success of his hit single 'Blue Velvet.' This album showcased Vinton's ability to capture the festive spirit while appealing to the pop sensibilities of the time, solidifying his status as a prominent figure in holiday music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Julie London· Barry Mann· Connie Francis· The Lovin' Spoonful· Cass Elliot· Doris Day· Dean Martin· Bobby Darin
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Christmas Chopsticks 2:15
- 2 The Bell That Couldn't Jingle 2:23
- 3 Do You Hear What I Hear Standout 2:56
- 4 Dearest Santa 2:50
- 5 The Greatest Gift 2:30
- 6 Christmas in Killarney Standout 2:26
- 7 Peppermint Stick Parade 1:54
- 8 Christmas Angel 2:48
- 9 The Christmas Tree 3:06
- 10 Three Wise Men, Wise Men Three 2:43
- 11 White Christmas Standout 2:39
- 12 My Christmas Prayer 3:16
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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