The holiday season is upon us, and what better way to get into the festive spirit than with some classic Christmas tunes? Christmas holiday albums have been a staple of the season for decades, with many artists releasing their own unique takes on holiday classics. From traditional crooners to modern pop stars, there's a Christmas album out there for everyone. In this article, we'll count down the best Christmas holiday albums of all time.
Whether you're a fan of classic crooners like Bing Crosby and Frank Sinatra, or modern pop stars like Mariah Carey and Michael Bublé, there's a Christmas album on this list that's sure to get you in the holiday mood. So grab some hot cocoa, gather 'round the tree, and let's dive into the best Christmas holiday albums of all time.
Traditional Christmas Crooners
The traditional Christmas crooners are a staple of the holiday season. Artists like Bing Crosby, Frank Sinatra, and Dean Martin have been singing Christmas classics for generations. Their smooth, velvety voices and classic style have become synonymous with the holiday season.
One of the most iconic Christmas albums of all time is Bing Crosby's "White Christmas." Released in 1942, this album features Crosby's smooth vocals on classic tracks like "White Christmas," "Jingle Bells," and "Silent Night." It's a must-listen for anyone looking to get into the holiday spirit.
Frank Sinatra - A Jolly Christmas from Frank Sinatra
Frank Sinatra's "A Jolly Christmas from Frank Sinatra" is another classic Christmas album that's sure to get you in the holiday mood. Released in 1957, this album features Sinatra's smooth vocals on tracks like "Jingle Bells," "Santa Claus Is Coming to Town," and "Winter Wonderland."
Modern Pop Christmas Albums
In recent years, modern pop stars have been releasing their own unique takes on Christmas classics. Mariah Carey's "Merry Christmas" is one of the best-selling Christmas albums of all time, featuring her iconic hit "All I Want for Christmas Is You."
Michael Bublé - Christmas
Michael Bublé's "Christmas" is another modern pop Christmas album that's sure to get you in the holiday mood. Released in 2011, this album features Bublé's smooth vocals on tracks like "It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas," "Santa Claus Is Coming to Town," and "Jingle Bells."
Rock and Roll Christmas Albums
Rock and roll Christmas albums are a great way to get into the holiday spirit with a little more edge. Bruce Springsteen's "Santa Claus Is Coming to Town" is a classic Christmas track that's sure to get you moving.
The Rolling Stones - A Very Merry Christmas
The Rolling Stones' "A Very Merry Christmas" is a fun and upbeat Christmas album that's sure to get you in the holiday mood. Released in 1963, this album features the Stones' unique take on Christmas classics like "Jingle Bells" and "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer."
R&B and Soul Christmas Albums
R&B and soul Christmas albums are a great way to get into the holiday spirit with a little more soul. James Brown's "James Brown's Funky Christmas" is a classic Christmas album that's sure to get you moving.
Stevie Wonder - Someday at Christmas
Stevie Wonder's "Someday at Christmas" is a heartwarming Christmas album that's sure to get you in the holiday spirit. Released in 1967, this album features Wonder's soulful vocals on tracks like "What Christmas Means to Me" and "Ave Maria."
Country Christmas Albums
Country Christmas albums are a great way to get into the holiday spirit with a little more twang. Garth Brooks' "Christmas Together" is a fun and upbeat Christmas album that's sure to get you in the holiday mood.
Dolly Parton - Home for Christmas
Dolly Parton's "Home for Christmas" is a heartwarming Christmas album that's sure to get you in the holiday spirit. Released in 1990, this album features Parton's country twang on tracks like "Pretty Paper" and "I'll Be Home for Christmas."
What is the best Christmas album of all time?
+According to various sources, including Billboard and Rolling Stone, Mariah Carey's "Merry Christmas" is the best-selling Christmas album of all time.
What is the most popular Christmas song of all time?
+According to various sources, including Billboard and the Guinness Book of World Records, Bing Crosby's "White Christmas" is the best-selling Christmas song of all time.
What is the most popular Christmas album of the 21st century?
+According to various sources, including Billboard and the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry, Michael Bublé's "Christmas" is the best-selling Christmas album of the 21st century.