What makes The 4 Seasons Greetings by The Four Seasons notable?

'The 4 Seasons Greetings' contributed to the enduring popularity of Christmas music, reaching significant chart positions during the holiday season. Its release helped establish a tradition for artists producing seasonal albums, influencing subsequent generations to create festive collections. Released in 1963, 'The 4 Seasons Greetings' marked The Four Seasons’ first foray into the holiday album genre following their commercial breakthrough with hits like 'Sherry'. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their status as pop icons, showcasing their versatile sound beyond the doo-wop and rock influences that had previously defined them.

Who is The 4 Seasons Greetings for?

The 4 Seasons Greetings works well if you're into steady festive listening experience, sing-along holiday favorites and warm background for gatherings.

How many songs are on The 4 Seasons Greetings?

The 4 Seasons Greetings has 13 tracks, running approximately 35 minutes.

The 4 Seasons Greetings

The Four Seasons

35 min · 13 tracks · rock music

A vibrant blend of traditional carols and original holiday tunes infused with the Four Seasons' signature harmonies.

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Why this album works

'The 4 Seasons Greetings' contributed to the enduring popularity of Christmas music, reaching significant chart positions during the holiday season. Its release helped establish a tradition for artists producing seasonal albums, influencing subsequent generations to create festive collections.

Best for: steady festive listening experience sing-along holiday favorites warm background for gatherings
Context: Released in 1963, 'The 4 Seasons Greetings' marked The Four Seasons’ first foray into the holiday album genre following their commercial breakthrough with hits like 'Sherry'. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their status as pop icons, showcasing their versatile sound beyond the doo-wop and rock influences that had previously defined them.
Stylistic neighbors: Willie Nelson· Kenny Rogers· Harry Nilsson· Nancy Sinatra· The Lovin' Spoonful· The Velvet Underground· Julie London· John Denver

Tracklist

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

1 The Merry Christmas Medley: We Wish You a Merry Christmas / Angels From the Realms of Glory / Hark the Herald Angels Sing Standout 4:16
2 What Child Is This 2:39
3 The Carol of the Bells 1:32
4 The Excelsis Deo Medley: Deck The Halls / Excelsis Deo / Oh, Come All Ye Faithful 1:48
5 The Little Drummer Boy Standout 2:18
6 The First Christmas Night Medley: Deck the Halls / Silent Night / Oh Holy Night / The First Noel 4:47
7 Joy to the World Medley: Deck the Halls / God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen / Away in a Manger / Joy to the World 3:14
8 Santa Claus Is Coming to Town 1:50
9 Christmas Tears 2:46
10 I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus Standout 2:16
11 The Christmas Song 2:21
12 Jungle Bells 2:57
13 White Christmas 2:18

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