Ultimate Christmas
The Beach Boys · 1998
61 min · 26 tracks · rock & roll · surf music
Timeless holiday melodies infused with The Beach Boys' signature harmonies and sun-soaked California vibes.
Why this album works
- Best for
- wave-like pacing for gatherings nostalgic warmth for holidays timeless melodies for festivities
- Context
- Released in 1998, 'Ultimate Christmas' is a compilation album that came during a period of resurgence for The Beach Boys. Following years of fluctuating popularity, this collection highlights their enduring appeal and showcases both classic tracks and lesser-known holiday songs, reaffirming their legacy in American music.
- If you like
- rock & roll, surf music
Ultimate Christmas is an album by The Beach Boys, released in 1998. Timeless holiday melodies infused with The Beach Boys' signature harmonies and sun-soaked California vibes. 'Ultimate Christmas' stands out as one of the definitive holiday albums, featuring beloved tracks like 'Little Saint Nick.' It has been recognized for revitalizing interest in the band's early Christmas recordings, achieving notable chart positions and becoming a staple in holiday music collections. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Ultimate Christmas sound like?
Timeless holiday melodies infused with The Beach Boys' signature harmonies and sun-soaked California vibes. Rooted in rock & roll and surf music.
What makes Ultimate Christmas by The Beach Boys notable?
'Ultimate Christmas' stands out as one of the definitive holiday albums, featuring beloved tracks like 'Little Saint Nick.' It has been recognized for revitalizing interest in the band's early Christmas recordings, achieving notable chart positions and becoming a staple in holiday music collections. Released in 1998, 'Ultimate Christmas' is a compilation album that came during a period of resurgence for The Beach Boys. Following years of fluctuating popularity, this collection highlights their enduring appeal and showcases both classic tracks and lesser-known holiday songs, reaffirming their legacy in American music.
Who is Ultimate Christmas for?
Ultimate Christmas works well if you're into wave-like pacing for gatherings, nostalgic warmth for holidays and timeless melodies for festivities.
How many songs are on Ultimate Christmas?
Ultimate Christmas has 26 tracks, running approximately 61 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Little Saint Nick Standout 2:03
- 2 The Man With All the Toys 1:34
- 3 Santa’s Beard Standout 2:03
- 4 Merry Christmas, Baby Standout 2:23
- 5 Christmas Day 1:48
- 6 Frosty the Snowman 1:59
- 7 We Three Kings of Orient Are 4:06
- 8 Blue Christmas 3:12
- 9 Santa Claus Is Coming to Town 2:23
- 10 White Christmas 2:32
- 11 I’ll Be Home for Christmas 2:48
- 12 Auld Lang Syne 1:24
- 13 Little Saint Nick (single version) 2:10
- 14 Auld Lang Syne (alternate mix) 1:25
- 15 Little Saint Nick (alternate version) 2:06
- 16 Child of Winter (Christmas Song) 2:50
- 17 Santa’s Got an Airplane 3:13
- 18 Christmas Time Is Here Again 3:04
- 19 Winter Symphony 3:02
- 20 (I Saw Santa) Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree 2:24
- 21 Melekalikimaka 2:36
- 22 Bells of Christmas 2:46
- 23 Morning Christmas 3:26
- 24 Toy Drive Public Service Announcement 1:23
- 25 Dennis Wilson Christmas Message 0:33
- 26 Brian Wilson Christmas Interview 2:34
Release Date
January 1, 1998
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
61 min 55 sec
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