Chicago XXV – The Christmas Album
Chicago · 1998
54 min · 15 tracks · jazz fusion · pop rock · soft rock
A warm blend of classic holiday favorites infused with Chicago's signature horns and smooth harmonies.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady holiday warmth throughout sing-along classics for gatherings nostalgic moments by the fire
- Context
- Released on August 25, 1998, 'Chicago XXV – The Christmas Album' marked the band's exploration into holiday music, following their commercial peak in the 1970s and 1980s. By this time, Chicago had transitioned through various lineup changes and styles, seeking to reconnect with their audience through nostalgic themes.
- If you like
- jazz fusion, pop rock, soft rock
Chicago XXV – The Christmas Album is an album by Chicago, released in 1998. A warm blend of classic holiday favorites infused with Chicago's signature horns and smooth harmonies. The album features beloved Christmas classics and showcases Chicago's unique sound, contributing to the resurgence of interest in holiday albums during the late 1990s. It was well-received commercially, helping to solidify the band's legacy as they continued to perform and record new material. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Chicago XXV – The Christmas Album sound like?
A warm blend of classic holiday favorites infused with Chicago's signature horns and smooth harmonies. Rooted in jazz fusion and pop rock.
What makes Chicago XXV – The Christmas Album by Chicago notable?
The album features beloved Christmas classics and showcases Chicago's unique sound, contributing to the resurgence of interest in holiday albums during the late 1990s. It was well-received commercially, helping to solidify the band's legacy as they continued to perform and record new material. Released on August 25, 1998, 'Chicago XXV – The Christmas Album' marked the band's exploration into holiday music, following their commercial peak in the 1970s and 1980s. By this time, Chicago had transitioned through various lineup changes and styles, seeking to reconnect with their audience through nostalgic themes.
Who is Chicago XXV – The Christmas Album for?
Chicago XXV – The Christmas Album works well if you're into steady holiday warmth throughout, sing-along classics for gatherings and nostalgic moments by the fire.
How many songs are on Chicago XXV – The Christmas Album?
Chicago XXV – The Christmas Album has 15 tracks, running approximately 54 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Little Drummer Boy 4:04
- 2 God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen 3:23
- 3 Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas Standout 4:03
- 4 The Christmas Song 3:39
- 5 O Come All Ye Faithful 4:46
- 6 Child’s Prayer 3:24
- 7 Feliz Navidad Standout 4:19
- 8 Santa Claus Is Coming to Town 3:56
- 9 Christmas Time Is Here Standout 3:48
- 10 Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow! 3:29
- 11 What Child Is This 4:41
- 12 White Christmas 2:29
- 13 Silent Night 3:18
- 14 One Little Candle 1:26
- 15 [unknown] 3:30
Release Date
August 25, 1998
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
54 min 20 sec
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