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Christmas with The Puppini Sisters

The Puppini Sisters · 2010

37 min · 11 tracks · a cappella

Joyous harmonies and swing-infused arrangements breathe new life into classic holiday tunes with a modern, playful twist.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Santa Baby — Their rendition of Santa Baby captures the playful and flirty essence of the original while adding rich harmonies that enhance its charm.
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    Last Christmas — The Puppini Sisters transform this familiar ballad into a lively a cappella arrangement that highlights their vocal prowess and brings fresh energy to the beloved classic.
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    O Holy Night — This track showcases the group's dynamic range and emotional depth, turning a traditional carol into a standout moment on the album with powerful harmonies.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

59 /100
Treeline
Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album revitalizes holiday classics with unique arrangements and strong vocal harmonies, appealing to both nostalgic and new listeners.

What we noticed

  • Several tracks incorporate swing rhythms, creating an upbeat tempo that contrasts with the more traditional holiday music.
  • The last two tracks slow down significantly, providing a reflective close to the album after a series of lively songs.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • consistent holiday vibe
  • playful and charming atmosphere
  • inviting for festive gatherings
  • lighthearted seasonal enjoyment
  • steady, cheerful pacing

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2010, Christmas with The Puppini Sisters marked the group's first dedicated holiday album, following their previous studio work, The Rise and Fall of Ruby Woo. This release came as they were solidifying their unique blend of vintage-inspired vocal harmonies and contemporary pop influences, showcasing their ability to reinterpret classic songs for a modern audience.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Step Into Christmas 3:41
  • 2 Santa Baby 3:24
  • 3 Here Comes Santa Claus 3:02
  • 4 Last Christmas 5:03
  • 5 Let It Snow 3:25
  • 6 White Christmas 3:18
  • 7 All I Want for Christmas 3:21
  • 8 Mele Kalikimaka 2:57
  • 9 Winter Wonderland 2:24
  • 10 O Holy Night 3:57
  • 11 I’ll Hang My Heart on a Christmas Tree 2:47

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