Christmas Tyme
Engelbert Humperdinck · 1977
39 min · 10 tracks · easy listening
A lush collection of holiday classics, blending Engelbert's smooth vocals with orchestral arrangements for a nostalgic Christmas ambiance.
Top tracks — play these first
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Silent Night Start here — This version captures the essence of the classic carol with Humperdinck's rich vocal delivery, creating an intimate and reverent atmosphere.
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White Christmas — Humperdinck's interpretation adds a lush, romantic quality to this beloved standard, offering a fresh take that complements the original sentiment.
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Christmas Song — His rendition elevates this well-known melody with heartfelt emotion, perfectly encapsulating the spirit of the season.
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Carol Tyme: Oh Come All Ye Faithful / The First Noel / It Came Upon a Midnight Clear / Hark the Herald Angels Sing / Joy to the World / We Three Kings / Oh Holy Night — This medley showcases Humperdinck's vocal prowess while seamlessly intertwining various traditional carols, creating a grand celebration of Christmas spirit.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- warm holiday sing-along moments
- nostalgic reflections on tradition
- cozy winter gatherings with friends
- patient unfolding of familiar classics
Maybe skip if you
- prefer contemporary upbeat tracks
- seek experimental soundscapes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A seasonal album that adds variety to his catalog but isn't a primary focus for new listeners.
- Themes
- nostalgic holiday spirit· intimate seasonal reverence
- Career context
- By the time 'Christmas Tyme' was released in January 1977, Engelbert Humperdinck had already established himself as a prominent easy listening artist with several chart-topping hits. This album followed his successful year in 1976, which was marked by his major hit 'After the Lovin'', further solidifying his mainstream appeal and showcasing his ability to cross into seasonal music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tom Jones· Andy Williams· Perry Como
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Christmas Song
The bridge introduces a powerful crescendo that builds anticipation before returning to a gentle refrain.
This structural choice amplifies the emotional weight of the song, drawing listeners deeper into its heartfelt message.
Tracklist
- 1 Silent Night Start here 4:40
- 2 White Christmas 3:53
- 3 A Night to Remember 3:20
- 4 Silver Bells 2:48
- 5 Christmas Time Again 2:34
- 6 Christmas Song 4:04
- 7 Sing-A-Long Tyme: We Wish You a Merry Christmas / Deck the Halls / Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer / Santa Claus Is Coming to Town 3:27
- 8 Carol Tyme: Oh Come All Ye Faithful / The First Noel / It Came Upon a Midnight Clear / Hark the Herald Angels Sing / Joy to the World / We Three King / Oh Holy Night 6:47
- 9 Home Tyme: (There's No Place Like) Home for the Holidays / There's No Christmas Like a Home Christmas / I'll Be Home for Christmas 4:03
- 10 Jingle Bell Tyme: Jingle Bell Rock / Winter Wonderland / Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow / Jingle Bells 4:04
What to play next
Miracles
1977
Continues the holiday spirit with lush arrangements and heartfelt themes.
After the Lovin'
1976
Sets a romantic tone that leads into the festive atmosphere of Christmas Tyme.
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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