Cool Yule
Bette Midler · 2006
37 min · 11 tracks · jazz · disco
A festive blend of classic holiday favorites infused with Bette Midler's signature theatrical flair and playful charm.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady festive background ambiance warm holiday nostalgia vibes inviting family gathering atmosphere
- Context
- By the time 'Cool Yule' was released in 2006, Bette Midler had established herself as a multifaceted performer with a career spanning several decades. This album came after her successful Broadway revival in 'Hello, Dolly!' (2003) and marked her return to recording Christmas music, following her 1990 release 'Mud Will Be Flung Tonight'.
- If you like
- jazz, disco
Cool Yule is an album by Bette Midler, released in 2006. A festive blend of classic holiday favorites infused with Bette Midler's signature theatrical flair and playful charm. 'Cool Yule' received positive critical acclaim, showcasing Midler's vocal prowess and holiday spirit, and it peaked at number 31 on the Billboard 200 chart. The album further solidified Midler's status in the holiday music genre while introducing her unique interpretations to a new generation. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Cool Yule sound like?
A festive blend of classic holiday favorites infused with Bette Midler's signature theatrical flair and playful charm. Rooted in jazz and disco.
What makes Cool Yule by Bette Midler notable?
'Cool Yule' received positive critical acclaim, showcasing Midler's vocal prowess and holiday spirit, and it peaked at number 31 on the Billboard 200 chart. The album further solidified Midler's status in the holiday music genre while introducing her unique interpretations to a new generation. By the time 'Cool Yule' was released in 2006, Bette Midler had established herself as a multifaceted performer with a career spanning several decades. This album came after her successful Broadway revival in 'Hello, Dolly!' (2003) and marked her return to recording Christmas music, following her 1990 release 'Mud Will Be Flung Tonight'.
Who is Cool Yule for?
Cool Yule works well if you're into steady festive background ambiance, warm holiday nostalgia vibes and inviting family gathering atmosphere.
How many songs are on Cool Yule?
Cool Yule has 11 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Merry Christmas 3:13
- 2 Cool Yule Standout 2:28
- 3 Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas Standout 3:55
- 4 Winter Wonderland / Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow! 2:46
- 5 I'll Be Home for Christmas Standout 3:21
- 6 What Are You Doing New Year's Eve? 3:58
- 7 I've Got My Love to Keep Me Warm 3:25
- 8 O Come, O Come, Emmanuel 3:12
- 9 Mele Kalikimaka 2:34
- 10 From a Distance (Christmas version) 5:11
- 11 White Christmas 3:20
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