The Magic of Christmas
Nat King Cole · 1960
31 min · 14 tracks · jazz
Warm, velvety vocals intertwine with lush orchestration, creating a timeless holiday atmosphere.
Why this album works
'The Magic of Christmas' has become a staple of holiday music, reaching the Billboard charts and solidifying Cole's reputation as a quintessential holiday artist. The album's enduring popularity is reflected in its numerous re-releases and its influence on generations of artists who have covered these classic songs.
- Best for
- warm holiday nostalgia steady festive ambiance sing-along classic carols
- Context
- Released in 1960, 'The Magic of Christmas' came at a peak moment in Nat King Cole's career when he was transitioning from a successful jazz artist to a mainstream pop icon. This album followed his commercially successful crossover hits and showcased his unique ability to blend traditional holiday music with his smooth vocal style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Dave Brubeck· Bing Crosby· Dean Martin· Ella Fitzgerald· Andy Williams· Ray Charles· Tony Bennett· Chet Atkins
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Christmas Song Standout 3:12
- 2 Deck the Halls 1:09
- 3 Adeste Fideles 2:29
- 4 O Tannenbaum 3:01
- 5 O, Little Town of Bethlehem 2:20
- 6 I Saw Three Ships 1:28
- 7 O Holy Night Standout 2:58
- 8 Hark, the Herald Angels Sing 1:50
- 9 A Cradle in Bethlehem 3:26
- 10 Away in a Manger 2:02
- 11 Joy to the World 1:26
- 12 The First Noel 1:59
- 13 Caroling, Caroling 2:04
- 14 Silent Night Standout 2:06
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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