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Holly & Ivy

Natalie Cole · 1994

46 min · 12 tracks · funk · soul

A soulful celebration of holiday classics infused with Natalie Cole's rich, velvet vocals and vibrant arrangements.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady festive atmosphere throughout
  • soulful renditions of classics
  • for holiday gatherings
  • warm moments by the fire

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer contemporary styles
  • seek high-energy tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Holly & Ivy' was released in 1994, Natalie Cole had already established herself as a prominent figure in the music industry, following her Grammy-winning album 'Unforgettable... with Love' in 1991. This Christmas album marked her first holiday-themed release and showcased her ability to blend traditional holiday music with her distinctive soul and pop influences.
Stylistic neighbors
Aretha Franklin· Chaka Khan· Patti LaBelle

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Jingle Bells 3:34
  • 2 Caroling, Caroling 3:08
  • 3 The First Noel 4:23
  • 4 No More Blue Christmas 4:21
  • 5 Christmas Medley: Jingle Bell Rock / Winter Wonderland / Little Drummer Boy / I'll Be Home for Christmas 6:08
  • 6 Merry Christmas Baby 3:23
  • 7 Joy to the World 2:49
  • 8 The Little Boy That Santa Claus Forgot 3:05
  • 9 A Song for Christmas 3:24
  • 10 Silent Night 5:02
  • 11 The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire) 3:39
  • 12 The Holly & The Ivy 3:57

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