The Christmas Album
Nitty Gritty Dirt Band · 1997
35 min · 11 tracks · folk rock · country rock
A heartwarming blend of country and folk, weaving traditional carols with original holiday tunes.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady festive listening experience
- heartwarming holiday gatherings
- cozy winter evenings at home
- sing-along moments with family
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy party tracks
- prefer modern, upbeat sounds
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A solid holiday-themed album that showcases the band's style but isn't a main catalog entry.
- Themes
- Colorado winter landscapes· family holiday traditions· nostalgic carol reinterpretations
- Career context
- Released in 1997, 'The Christmas Album' marked a festive pivot for the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band during their longstanding career, which began in the 1960s. By this time, they had established themselves as key figures in the country rock scene, known for their rich harmonies and instrumental prowess. This album came after several successful studio albums, showcasing their versatility in tackling seasonal music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Byrds· The Eagles· New Riders of the Purple Sage
- If this clicks, go next to
- Bang Bang Bang — This album continues the blend of country and folk with a modern twist.
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Now That I've Found You: A Collection by Alison Krauss — Shares a blend of folk and country with heartfelt storytelling around family and tradition.James Taylor at Christmas by James Taylor — Features rich harmonies and reimagined classics, echoing themes of warmth and celebration in winter.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "Colorado Christmas".
- 1 Colorado Christmas Start here 3:38
- 2 We Three Kings 3:01
- 3 Christmas Dinner 2:13
- 4 One Christmas Tree 4:05
- 5 Silent Night 3:54
- 6 This Christmas Morning 3:39
- 7 Silver Bells 2:54
- 8 It Came Upon the Midnight Clear 3:15
- 9 Love Has Brought Him Here 3:03
- 10 Little Drummer Boy 3:04
- 11 Jingle Bells 2:56
What to play next
This album is considered a Deep Cut in Nitty Gritty Dirt Band's catalog. A solid holiday-themed album that showcases the band's style but isn't a main catalog entry.
Bang Bang Bang
1999
This album continues the blend of country and folk with a modern twist.
Acoustic
1994
Leads into The Christmas Album's warmth with a focus on instrumentation.
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