Boogie Woogie Christmas
The Brian Setzer Orchestra · 2002
54 min · 16 tracks · jazz
A lively fusion of big band swing and rockabilly energy, perfect for holiday celebrations.
Why this album works
The album features a mix of original tracks and holiday classics that resonates with both jazz and rock audiences. It peaked at number 31 on the Billboard Top Holiday Albums chart, reflecting its commercial appeal during the festive season.
- Career context
- Released in 2002, 'Boogie Woogie Christmas' marked a festive detour in Brian Setzer's career, following his successful album 'Vavoom!' from 2000. This project further solidified Setzer's role in revitalizing swing and rockabilly music while showcasing his distinct approach to classic holiday tunes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Hiromi Uehara· Pat Metheny· Cannonball Adderley
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Jingle Bells Standout 2:22
- 2 Boogie Woogie Santa Claus Standout 3:02
- 3 Winter Wonderland 2:40
- 4 Blue Christmas 2:48
- 5 Santa Claus Is Back in Town 3:48
- 6 Baby, It's Cold Outside 3:43
- 7 The Nutcracker Suite 7:13
- 8 (Everybody's Waiting for) The Man With the Bag 2:48
- 9 Sleigh Ride 2:40
- 10 Christmas Island 2:24
- 11 Santa Drives a Hot Rod 4:04
- 12 Run Rudolph Run Standout 3:31
- 13 Cactus Christmas 2:46
- 14 So They Say It's Christmas 4:46
- 15 O Holy Night 4:49
- 16 The Amens 0:59
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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