Merry Christmas
Bing Crosby · 1945
29 min · 17 tracks · country · folk · jazz
Warm, nostalgic arrangements of timeless carols delivered through Crosby's signature smooth vocals create a quintessential holiday atmosphere.
Why this album works
'Merry Christmas' is one of the best-selling Christmas albums of all time, significantly contributing to the modern holiday music canon. The title track 'White Christmas' alone has become synonymous with the holiday season, influencing countless artists and adaptations over the decades.
- Best for
- nostalgic holiday ambiance short, comforting listening sessions warm, inviting background music
- Context
- Released in 1945, 'Merry Christmas' came at the peak of Bing Crosby's career as a recording artist and film star. Following his massive success with 'White Christmas' in 1942, this album solidified his status as America's favorite voice during the holiday season, showcasing his ability to blend popular and traditional music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ella Fitzgerald· Dave Brubeck· Chet Atkins· Miles Davis· Nina Simone· Sonny Rollins· Tony Bennett· Ray Charles
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 White Christmas Standout 2:29
- 2 Adeste Fideles 2:19
- 3 Rudolph the Red‐Nosed Reindeer Standout 2:13
- 4 Away in a Manger 1:30
- 5 O Little Town of Bethlehem 0:55
- 6 Silent Night Standout 2:29
- 7 That Christmas Feeling 1:38
- 8 Jingle Bells 2:28
- 9 Hitch a Ride With Santa Claus 1:11
- 10 The Snowman 1:44
- 11 It Came Upon a Midnight Clear 1:50
- 12 Santa Claus Is Coming to Town 1:39
- 13 The Christmas Song 1:41
- 14 Deck the Halls 1:13
- 15 Hark! The Herald Angels Sing 1:26
- 16 God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen 1:13
- 17 O Come All Ye Faithful 1:34
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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