Christmas with Elvis and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Elvis Presley · 2017
36 min · 13 tracks · pop rock · R&B · rock & roll
Orchestral arrangements enhance Elvis's timeless vocals, creating a nostalgic holiday atmosphere that bridges classic and contemporary sounds.
Why this album works
This album debuted at number 16 on the Billboard 200 and number one on the Holiday Albums chart, showcasing Elvis's enduring popularity during the holiday season. The orchestral reinterpretations received mixed reviews, but they highlighted how classic songs can resonate with contemporary listeners, reinforcing Elvis's cultural legacy.
- Career context
- Released in 2017, 'Christmas with Elvis and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra' came over four decades after Presley's passing. This album marked an effort to reintroduce Elvis's music through modern orchestration, following the earlier successful collaboration on 'If I Can Dream' in 2015. It positioned Presley within the current trend of reviving classic artists for new audiences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Harry Nilsson· Nancy Sinatra· Cher· Kenny Rogers· Donna Summer· David Hasselhoff· Debbie Harry· John Denver
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Santa Claus Is Back in Town Standout 2:29
- 2 White Christmas 2:42
- 3 Here Comes Santa Claus (Right Down Santa Claus Lane) 2:03
- 4 Merry Christmas Baby Standout 4:50
- 5 Blue Christmas Standout 2:09
- 6 I’ll Be Home for Christmas 3:17
- 7 Winter Wonderland 2:20
- 8 Santa Bring My Baby Back (to Me) 1:52
- 9 Silver Bells 2:56
- 10 Oh Little Town of Bethlehem 2:50
- 11 O Come All Ye Faithful 3:04
- 12 The First Noel 2:54
- 13 Silent Night 2:40
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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