Merry Christmas from Brenda Lee
Brenda Lee · 1964
29 min · 12 tracks · country · rock & roll
A blend of classic holiday cheer and heartfelt nostalgia, showcasing Brenda Lee's youthful vocals against timeless arrangements.
Why this album works
The album features the evergreen classic 'Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree,' which has become a staple of holiday playlists and showcases the enduring appeal of Lee's music. It has been credited with influencing the sound of Christmas music in the years that followed, contributing to its legacy and helping to establish Brenda Lee as the 'Little Miss Dynamite' of holiday tunes.
- Best for
- steady festive cheer throughout short bursts of nostalgia sing-along holiday favorites
- Context
- Released on October 19, 1964, 'Merry Christmas from Brenda Lee' came during a period when Brenda was achieving significant commercial success following her breakout hit 'I'm Sorry' in 1960. This album solidified her status as a versatile artist, adept at both pop and country genres, and set the stage for her enduring presence in holiday music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Harry Nilsson· Julie London· Aretha Franklin· Dean Martin· Kelly Rowland· Doris Day· John Denver· Kenny Rogers
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree Standout 2:25
- 2 This Time of the Year 2:34
- 3 Jingle Bell Rock Standout 2:08
- 4 Strawberry Snow 2:29
- 5 Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town 2:11
- 6 Silver Bells 2:02
- 7 Winter Wonderland 2:56
- 8 Blue Christmas Standout 2:40
- 9 A Marshmallow World 2:30
- 10 Christmas Will Be Just Another Lonely Day 2:26
- 11 Frosty the Snowman 2:20
- 12 The Angel and the Little Blue Bell 2:53
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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