Merry Christmas
Andy Williams · 1965
34 min · 12 tracks · country · jazz · easy listening
A warm blend of orchestral arrangements and smooth vocals that evoke the spirit of Christmas nostalgia.
Why this album works
'Merry Christmas' has become a quintessential holiday album, frequently appearing on Billboard's seasonal charts and influencing countless artists with its timeless renditions of classic carols. It solidified Williams' status as an enduring figure in holiday music, leading to several reissues and remastered editions over the decades.
- Best for
- steady holiday listening experience nostalgic warmth for gatherings for cozy evenings
- Context
- By the time 'Merry Christmas' was released in 1965, Andy Williams was already a well-established artist, known for his television specials and hit singles. This album came during a peak in his popularity, following the success of previous albums such as 'The Andy Williams Show' and 'Andy Williams Sings Rodgers and Hammerstein'.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Harry Nilsson· Cher· Aretha Franklin· Frank Zappa· Donna Summer· Bobby Darin· Bette Midler· John Denver
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Sleigh Ride Standout 2:08
- 2 Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas Standout 3:23
- 3 Winter Wonderland 2:08
- 4 My Favorite Things 2:25
- 5 Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow! 2:15
- 6 Christmas Holiday 1:51
- 7 Some Children See Him 3:21
- 8 Do You Hear What I Hear? 2:51
- 9 Little Altar Boy Standout 4:54
- 10 Silver Bells 3:08
- 11 Mary’s Little Boy Child 3:53
- 12 The Bells of St. Mary’s 2:36
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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