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New Country Christmas Songs in 2024

Every year, the country music genre gives us new and fresh Christmas and holiday music to get us excited for the holiday season. Here are all the new country music Christmas songs released so far in 2024…

“The Cozy Song” – Dan + Shay

This year, Dan + Shay finally released their long-awaited Christmas album called, It’s Officially Christmas: The Double Album. The record features ten covers and nine brand new, original songs by the iconic duo. “The Cozy Song” is one of our personal favorites off the project.

 

“All I Want For Christmas Is A Cowboy” – Megan Moroney

Right on theme, Megan Moroney shares a three-song EP called Blue Christmas …duh featuring this iconic new song, another song called, “Christmas Morning,” and a cover of “Blue Christmas.” Moroney puts her unique spin on the new songs, both adding to the Christmas spirit and ripping our hearts out at the same time.

 

“Single Bells” – Lee Brice

Country mainstay, Lee Brice brings more soul to the holiday season with a relatable, yet melancholy new song called, “Single Bells.” The new song is clever and emotive, helping everyone to feel understood during the confusing, yet magical holiday season.

 

“Country Christmas” – Harper Grace

Harper Grace has had quite the year, and this clever original only adds to her impressive catalog. The Texas native countrified Christmas, tipping her hat to everything that makes a cowboy-holiday. This is the perfect song to add to your Christmas catalog.

 

“Driving Home For Christmas” – Dasha

Dasha brings her unique flair to the holiday-fueled song, “Driving Home For Christmas.” The stellar songstress brings the perfect blend of Christmas spirit and country emotion to the track.

 

“Your Angel” – Kassi Ashton

Kassi Ashton brings her country spirit to a new original Christmas song called, “Your Angel.” The festive song features Ashton’s soulful delivery with the perfect blend of holiday spirit.

 

“Winter Wonderland” – Sophia Scott

Sophia Scott brings her country-rock sound to the fan-favorite holiday song, “Winter Wonderland,” as well as, “Last Christmas.” Both songs are the perfect addition for the holiday season.

 

“Tennessee Christmas” – Little Big Town

Country superstars, Little Big Town completely Christmas-fy country music, bringing fans an entire album to celebrate with all season long. The record features both originals and classics, leaving songs for every single type of Christmas music listener.

 

“A Christmas to Remember” – Gabby Barrett

Gabby Barrett shares a brand new holiday album for fans to listen to all season long. “A Christmas to Remember” is one of the standouts on the record, perfect to add to your holiday catalog.

 

“Go Tell It On The Mountain (From The Best Christmas Pageant Ever)” – Blake Shelton

Warner Music Nashville released the cover version of the spiritual “Go Tell It On the Mountain,” perfumed by Blake Shelton, from the holiday comedy drama ‘The Best Christmas Pageant Ever.’ The song is another great addition to a country Christmas playlist.

 

Listen to these songs and more country Christmas music on our playlist below…

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New Country Christmas Songs in 2023

Every year, the country music genre gives us new and fresh Christmas and holiday music to get us excited for the holiday season. Here are all the new country music Christmas songs released so far in 2023…

“Please Come Home For Christmas” – Adam Doleac

Adam Doleac covers the iconic single, “Please Come Home For Christmas,” putting his own unique spin on the classic. Doleac brings romance and swagger to the ever-popular holiday track.

 

“Blue Christmas” – Kane Brown with Elvis Presley

Kane Brown samples Elvis Presley’s classic tune, “Blue Christmas,” bringing a country flair to the track. The song brings simplistic holiday spirt that is much needed over the holiday season.

 

Merry Christmas From Jon Pardi (album) – Jon Pardi

Instead of just dropping one song, Jon Pardi shares a brand new album with twelve new songs primed for the holiday season. Merry Christmas From Jon Pardi features old-school classics, as well as, some originals Christmas music fans will love.

 

We Need Christmas (Extended Version album) – Maddie & Tae

Maddie & Tae breathe new life into their holiday album called We Need Christmas. The extended version features three additional Christmas classics including their rendition of “White Christmas.”

 

“O Christmas Tree” – MaRynn Taylor

Newcomer, MaRynn Taylor breathes new life into a holiday classic. Her rendition of  “O Christmas Tree” is a timeless addition to country music’s Christmas catalog.

 

“christmas comes in waves” – Alana Springsteen

Alana Springsteen brings fans a new kind of Christmas song. “christmas comes in waves” touches on Springsteen’s beach upbringing and brings a fresh, new twist to holiday music in the best way.

 

“Fancy Like Christmas” – Walker Hayes

Walker Hayes remakes his fan-favorite hit, “Fancy Like,” by making the song appropriate for the Christmas season. Filled with the same fun-loving nature, the remake is just as great as the original.

 

“Hallelujah” – Kimberly Perry

Kimberly Perry conquers the classic song, “Hallelujah,” bringing her own unique flavor to the iconic holiday song. Her version is both endearing and honest, while remaining true to the song’s purpose.

 

“Blue Christmas” – Colin Stough

Country newcomer delivers his own unique rendition of “Blue Christmas.” The country artist brings his signature rasp and soul to the iconic Christmas classic.

 

“Last Christmas” – Smithfield

Duo, Smithfield bring their beautiful vocals and charisma to the classic Christmas song, “Last Christmas.” Their rendition brings honesty and love to the forefront of the song.

 

“Christmas In The Backyard” – Morgan Evans

To get us in the holiday spirit, Morgan Evans drops an original Christmas song. Full of festive cheer with a nod to his Australian roots, Evans keeps us excited and ready for Christmas no matter what the weather.

 

“Please Come Home For Christmas” – Koe Wetzel

Koe Wetzel gets fans into the holiday spirit by releasing a three song EP called Koe Wetzel Presents… Wentzel’s Wonderland, where he reimagines Christmas classics in a fun way.

 

“Christmas Time Is Here” – Devin Dawson

Devin Dawson puts his own unique spin on the classic Christmas tune, “Christmas Time Is Here.” Recorded at Sound Emporium Nashville, the rendition is both beautiful and haunting.

 

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The Best Country Music Christmas Songs

No genre appreciates the true meaning of Christmas more than country music! Artists of today and old have been covering traditional holiday songs and creating original ones based on their experiences now and growing up. Here are ones we think are done the best!

 

Best Christmas Covers

“The First Noel” – Gabby Barrett

This is a hard song to sing, but it seems as though Barrett had no trouble reaching those extended notes at the end of the song.

 

“Silver Bells” – Brett Young

Young’s soft vocals capture all the sights and sounds of the holiday season.

 

“Sleigh Ride” – Runaway June

The girls do a mostly A cappella version of this classic country hit, adding in some sleigh bells, fiddle, and steel guitar, giving it a unique sound.

 

“Run Run Rudolph” – Luke Bryan

Not a commonly covered song, Luke Bryan mimics the original’s rock-n-roll spirit.

 

“Santa Baby” – Kelly Clarkson

Clarkson gives this seductive song a whole new feel in her recently released Christmas album, When Christmas Comes Around.

 

“I’ll Be Home For Christmas” – Rascal Flatts

The three harmonies make a beautiful ballad about returning home to your loved ones on Christmas.

 

“Mary, Did You Know” – Carly Pearce

A beautifully covered version of this religious anthem about our savior.

 

“You’re A Mean One, Mr. Grinch” – Darius Rucker

Rucker released a full-length Christmas album in 2014. His cover of the classic Dr. Seuss jingle stands out.

 

“Last Christmas” – Taylor Swift

It’s fitting that Taylor Swift covers this breakup Christmas song so well. Did she choose this one because she sounded great on it or for another specific reason? 

 

“Little Drummer Boy” – Carrie Underwood

Underwood’s vocal never cease to amaze, but her son Isaiah steals the show when he adorably joins his mom after the first verse.

 

 

Best Original Songs

“Take Me Home for Christmas” – Dan + Shay

The boys beg their girls to take bring them home and show them their Christmas traditions; it’s the only thing wish on their list.

 

“We Need Christmas” – Maddie & Tae

Written last year during the pandemic, the girls describe the importance of Christmas and how it gives us hope and reminds us of the most important part of the year: spending time with family. 

 

“Christmas in Blue Chair Bay” – Kenny Chesney

Only Chesney can make singing about island life during Christmas sound so wonderful.

 

“Glittery” – Kacey Musgraves ft. Troye Sivan

Kacey Musgraves showcases her gentle vocals as she compares Christmas decorations to the feeling she gets with this particular person.

 

“I’ll Be Your Santa Tonight” – Keith Urban

In this cleverly written song by Urban and Shane McAnally, he sings about how being alone on Christmas can feel extra lonely, but he can come over and make everything alright.

 

“Christmas Always Finds Me” – Ingrid Andress

In this piano ballad, Andress mentions no matter where or how old she is, the holiday spirit will never leave her.

“Christmas in the County” – Thomas Rhett

Thomas Rhett describes the simplicity behind a Christmas celebration in the country as compared to the big city.

 

“Naughty List” – Mitchell Tenpenny 

Mitchell Tenpenny released a whole Christmas album this year, but this one may be the most unique. He describes a Christmas spent at his girlfriend’s parent’s house, and after sneaking into her room at night, he knows he is bound for Santa’s naughty list.

 

“Lit This Year”- Florida Georgia Line

In this fun track, the boys discuss what Christmas was like at their house; lit lights and lit family members.

 

“Mr. Christmas” – Brett Eldredge

Eldredge has embodied the holiday spirit more than any other country artist. He’s currently in the middle of yet another Holiday Tour, stopping in Vegas, Nashville, Boston, New York, and Chicago. On top of his 18-track Glow album in 2016, he released eleven new songs on October 22. 

For more holiday songs, check out our Country Christmas Songs playlist below on Spotify!

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The Best Country Christmas Songs Playlist 2021

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Take a look below as we highlight some of our favorite new country music Christmas songs this holiday season and be sure to follow our playlist for all of the best holiday tunes.

 

“Officially Christmas”- Dan + Shay

 

“Mr. Christmas”- Brett Eldredge

 

“Let There Be Peace”- Carrie Underwood

 

“Naughty List”- Mitchell Tenpenny

 

“Hell of a Holiday”- Pistol Annies

 

“Christmas All Year Long”- Cody Johnson

 

“Let it Snow! Let it Snow! Let it Snow!”- Brett Young feat. Maddie & Tae

 

“Merry Christmas Baby”- Kelly Clarkson

 

“I Hope It Snows”- Mitchell Tenpenny feat. Meghan Patrick

 

“Pick Out a Christmas Tree”- Dan + Shay

 

“Soldier’s Gift”- Josh Turner

 

“Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas”- Carrie Underwood

Find all of these songs and more on our Spotify playlist… Click below to listen and follow for your country holiday music fix!

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Home Free ‘Warmest Winter’ Holiday Album Review

Home Free Christmas

Known for their incredible harmonies and a capella pizazz, country music entertainers Home Free are back with another incredible collection of holiday tunes. Following their already successful holiday projects, FULL OF CHEER and FULL OF (EVEN MORE) CHEER, the group is excited to release Warmest Winter which mixes season staples such as “Run Run Rudolph” and “Christmas Don’t Be Late” and also includes a few originals!

Shining a light on a much-needed message, “What We Need Is Love” is an original track that the group is proud to present to their fans during this uncertain year. Watch the video, also released today, below.

Home Free has lined up one unique night to celebrate Christmas the best way they know how – headlining a socially-distanced show at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium on December 21. Tickets are set to go on sale on 11/13.

Home Free’s WARMEST WINTER Track Listing

1. “Christmas Don’t Be Late”  (Ross Bagdasarian, Sr.)
2. “Christmas in L.A.”  (Jack Stratton)
3. “Tennessee Christmas” feat. Rachel Wammack  (Amy GrantGary Chapman)
4. “Warmest Winter”  (Austin BrownEmma BrookeSteven Martinez)
5. “What Christmas Means to Me”  (Allen StoryAnna Gordy GayeGeorge Gordy)
6. “Winter Song”  (Sara BareillesIngrid Michaelson)
7. “Christmas in Dixie” feat. Alabama  (Randy OwenJeff CookTeddy GentryMark Herndon)
8. “Snow Globe”  (Tim FoustKeelan Donovan)
9. “Run, Run Rudolph” feat. Striking Matches  (Johnny MarksMarvin Brodie)
10. “Christmas Ain’t for the Lonely”  (Tim FoustChris ChathamDarren Rust)
11. “Cold Hard Cash”  (Austin BrownAndrew TufanoAnnika Bennett)
12. “What We Need is Love”  (Tim FoustErnie Halter)

Fans can join our Weekly Round-Up e-newsletter here, for the latest in country music and more news about future Home Free releases.

To keep up with Home Free, follow them on InstagramTwitter, and Facebook.

Warmest Winter is now available everywhere you buy or stream music. Take a listen below and check out more new recently released music here on our ‘New Country Music‘ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.

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Holiday Gift Guide for the Country Music Fan in Your Life

Country Music Christmas

The holidays are right around the corner, and if you are scratching your head because you don’t know what to get the country music lovers in your life, look no further! Here is a list of gifts that would be perfect for anyone who loves country music.

1. VIP tickets for their favorite artist or event

There is nothing better than getting to see your favorite artist up close and personal. Usually, VIP packages include a pre-show acoustic performance, a Q&A, and sometimes a meet & greet. Experiencing VIP is something that everyone should do at least once, and any concert-goer would love this one. For specific packages head to the artist’s website or check out CID Entertainment which hosts unique packages and experiences for concerts all over the country. Check them at cidentertainment.com.

Once in a lifetime VIP Packages available from CID Entertainment

Once in a lifetime VIP Packages available from CID Entertainment

 

2. Official artist merchandise

Country music lovers will definitely love this gift! From hats to shirts, hoodies, koozies, and tote bags, this gift will be loved by any music fan. Merchandise is perfect to wear to any concert you attend and makes the best gift. Merchandise for individual artists are not only available at their concerts, head to the artist’s website to see all they offer. Some of our favorite artist merchandise shops include Walker Hayes, Thomas Rhett and Luke Bryan.

Official Artist Merchandise from Country Artists Like Walker Hayes

Official Artist Merchandise from Country Artists Like Walker Hayes

 

3. Do-It-Yourself: Custom wall décor

If you are looking for a unique gift, why not give the country concert goer in your life a tangible way to cherish a musical memory. Instead of having to scroll through their camera roll to relive the memories, why not give the gift of picture frames or put a collage together yourself! It’s an easy DIY gift and any country music fan will love hanging this up in their house. Just print pictures of your friends at shows or use old ticket stubs and put them into a frame.

Do-It-Yourself: Custom Frames Filled with Concert Memories

Do-It-Yourself: Custom Frames Filled with Concert Memories

 

4. Cool Nashville inspired Merchandise

If the country fan in your life is anything like us, they love anything that has to do with Music City and The Nash Collection does it best. Between ball caps, beanies, cozy sweatshirts, and even gear for your pets, they have it all. They even have a great Nascar Collaboration if the man in your life is a Nascar fan. Their holiday shipping deadline is December 21st so grab your Nashville gear now.

The Nash Collection

The Nash Collection – ELLIE FLEECE RAGLAN

 

5. Tickets for the backstage tour of the Grand Ole Opry

Whether you live in Nashville or not, this is the perfect gift for any country music lover. Experiencing the backstage tour of The Opry is something very special. You get to learn about the history of the Opry and country music, take a look at the dressing rooms, and even step foot on stage where your favorite artists have stood.  Here is a recap of our trip last year to the Grand Ole Opry and our VIP Backstage Tour. Visit Opry.com to book your backstage tour.

VIP Backstage Tours at Grand Ole Opry

VIP Backstage Tours at Grand Ole Opry

 

6. Vinyl albums

Nowadays you can listen to any song you’d like on-demand thanks to streaming, but we still think everyone appreciates getting the gift of the real deal and vinyl records are making a big comeback.  There is nothing like dropping the needle and hearing that old-timey sound as your favorite song blasts out the speakers. Most artists you can find through their website shops or on sites like Amazon.

Vinyl Records of Favorite Country Music Artists

Vinyl Records of Favorite Country Music Artists

 

7. Festival Tickets

This is the ultimate gift for any country music fan in your life. One of our favorites is up at Hunter Mountain, New York, which is always a great weekend away with friends. This year, the festival is changing its name to TrailBlazer and tickets are officially on sale now!

For the past three years New York Country Swag has attended the festival and set up a merch booth and we love getting to meet our readers and followers in person each year! Check out our recap from this year’s festival. Another festival to look into is California’s Stagecoach. Another great idea for a perfect trip to create unforgettable memories. Finally, a country music lover’s bucket list festival is most likely CMA Fest, the best week of the year in Nashville for country music. From the free live music to the meet & greets, to the nightly stadium shows, this is the perfect gift and a great experience you can share together.

Taste of Country Music Festival, Hunter Mountain, NY

Taste of Country Music Festival, Hunter Mountain, NY

 

8. This Shirt Saves Lives – Donation to St. Jude

Feel good about your gift this year by donating to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and becoming a part of the This Shirt Saves Lives campaign. St. Jude is an incredible organization in Memphis, TN that provides the top care for children and their families dealing with cancer and other diseases. By donating, you are helping St. Jude operate, continue their amazing research that helps doctors and hospitals all over the country and allowing the patients to never receive a bill for the best care. In the process, you will match all of the country artists by rocking a This Shirt Saves Lives T-Shirt. For more information and to find out how to donate click here.

 

9. NYCountry Swag Merchandise

And last but certainly not least, be sure to head to our “Shop” and get all of your loved ones some New York Country Swag merchandise.  We have something for everyone including ballcaps with our signature logo, awesome country music inspired t-shirts and most special of all, our hero collection.  The Hero Collection by NYCountry Swag is inspired by the men and women of the Military, Fire & Police Departments across the country. We are dedicated to honoring their service and remembering their sacrifice. A portion of sales from each purchase in this collection is donated monthly different foundations that support our heroes. For more information, click here.

Red Line & Camo Tanks from the 'Hero Collection' from NYCountrySwag.com Shop

Red Line & Camo Tanks from ‘The Hero Collection’ from NYCountrySwag.com Shop

 

'Whiskey Me Away' Flannel from NYCountrySwag.com Shop

‘Whiskey Me Away’ Flannel from NYCountrySwag.com Shop

 

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A Decade of Great Country Christmas Albums

As the decade comes to a conclusion and our final Christmas of the decade brews, we rounded up our favorite country Christmas albums of the past 10 years.

 

Kacey Musgraves – A Very Kacey Christmas

Released on October 28th, 2016 as Musgraves’ first Christmas album, A Very Kacey Christmas was produced by Musgraves herself, Kyle Ryan and Misa Arriaga. Musgraves describes the album as “part western swing sprinkled with bits of classic pop, hazy Hawaiian moments and child-like fun that all comes to a nostalgic, melancholy end and ultimately is very ‘me,'” and adds, “There can be a touch of sad feelings and memories during the holiday season for a lot of people so I knew when I went in to write I wanted to include all the emotions this time of year can bring out.”

On November 29th, Musgraves released The Kacey Musgraves Christmas Show on Amazon Prime.

Brett Eldredge – Glow

Glow is the third studio album by Brett Eldredge. It was released on October 28th, 2016 via Atlantic Nashville and hosts the likings of “big band” signature stylistics like Frank Sinatra and Bing Crosby on their Christmas records Eldredge grew up on. It debuted at No. 29 on Billboard 200 and No. 2 on the Top Country Albums chart. Eldredge recently embarked on his annual Glow Tour beginning a two-night stay at the Ryman on Dec. 4th and will be making an appearance at the Beacon Theater December 17th and 18th.

Chris Young – It Must Be Christmas

It Must Be Christmas is Young’s sixth studio album and first Christmas album released via Columbia. Young co-wrote two of the album’s ten tracks and features the likes of Alan Jackson, Boyz II Men and Brad Paisley. The originals are “Under The Weather” and “It Must Be Christmas.” On Young’s favorite Christmas records, CMT, “All my favorite Christmas records have always had one or two originals on there,” he said. “So, the fact that these came this year in writing rooms and they’re both so different, is perfect timing. ‘It Must Be Christmas’ is very different in tone than ‘Under the Weather,’ but they compliment each other. But like I said, I’ve tried to write them before and for whatever reason, they haven’t come together until this year.”

Lady Antebellum – On This Winter’s Night

Released on October 22nd, 2012 via Capitol Records Nashville, this was Lady Antebellum’s fourth studio album. On December 13th, 2012, the album was certified Gold. Produced by Paul Worley, the album includes the six tracks previously released on their On This Winter’s Night EP.

Loretta Lynn – White Christmas Blue

Lynn recorded White Christmas Blue while tracking her album at the time Full Circle. It is her 44th studio album and second Christmas album since her first Christmas album released in 1966. Produced by Patsy Lynn Russell, Lynn’s daughter, and John Carter Cash, Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash’s son, the album was recorded at Cash Cabin Studios in Henderson, TN and released via Sony Legacy.

Blake Shelton – Cheers, It’s Christmas

Released on October 2nd, 2012 via Warner Bros. Nashville, the album features a number of special guests including Miranda Lambert, Pistol Annies composed of Lambert, Ashley Monroe, Angaleena Presley, Kelly Clarkson, 5th Place season 1 of NBC’s The Voice contestant Xenia and Shelton’s mother Dorothy Shackleford. A Christmas rendition of Michael Bublè’s “Home” is also featured with Bublè himself.

“Time For Me To Come Home,” the song was written with Shelton’s mother, Dorothy Shackleford, inspired The Hallmark Channel holiday film, “Time For Me To Come Home For Christmas.”

Jennifer Nettles – To Celebrate Christmas

Past ABC’s CMA Country Christmas TV host released her Christmas album on October 28th, 2016 via Big Machine Records. Produced by Julian Raymond, it was Nettles’ third studio album and her first holiday album. This marks Jennifer’s first holiday project solo after Sugarland’s holiday release Gold and Green.

LeAnn Rimes – Today is Christmas

Released on October 16th, 2015, this album features holiday classics and two original songs co-written by the singer. The star also is in a Hallmark movie called It’s Christmas, Eve. In addition to acting, Rimes contributed three original songs to the soundtrack, “The Gift of Your Love,” “It’s Christmas, Eve” and “You and Me and Christmas.”

Rimes is currently on her You and Me and Christmas Tour inspired by the third track written for her Hallmark film and her opening act is our Swag Session alum, Kalie Shorr.

Rascal Flatts – The Greatest Gift of All

The Greatest Gift of All, released October 21st, 2016, was produced by the trio themselves. Making the record even more special,  the three members young children sang on “Silent Night” making it even more sweet and personal.

“It probably seems crazy that we waited this long to release a Christmas record,” said Jay DeMarcus in a statement. “We just wanted to do it right! There are certain songs I think most everyone wants to hear during Christmas, and we wanted to put our own special spin on those songs while adding in a couple of our personal favorites. We had a blast making this album, and being in the producer’s chair ourselves, makes it extra fun and challenging for us.”

Scotty McCreery – Christmas With Scotty McCreery

Season 10 American Idol winner released his holiday album on October 16, 2012, which later was certified Gold on November 26, 2012. He self-described his favorite song as “Christmas In Heaven;” a song about his grandfather who died while he was getting ready for the album release.

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NYCS First Impression: Jessie James Decker ‘On This Holiday’

 

Jessie James Decker is getting us all into the holiday spirit with her brand new studio Christmas album entitled, On This Holiday. This cheery collection of ten songs features Decker’s renditions of six holiday classics, along with four original Christmas tunes, all co-penned with Daniel Tashian: “Snowlight,” “Wonderful Day,” “Christmas In Cabo” and “Baby! It’s Christmas.” Plus, fans who purchase the album exclusively at Target will receive an eleventh bonus track entitled, “My Favorite Holiday.”

The singer-songwriter put her own personal twists on “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year,” “The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting On An Open Fire),” “Santa Baby,” “Do You Hear What I Hear?,” “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” and “I’ll Be Home for Christmas.” Her distinct vocals belt out each tune with such grace.

The two standouts of these classic covers have to be “The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting On An Open Fire)” and “I’ll Be Home for Christmas.” Decker opted for a bit more of an upbeat tune with both of these songs, while the originals carry on a slower tempo. Each of them has a “sway to the beat” element.

“Snowlight” is a fun song about dancing in the snow with her husband. Decker sings in the chorus,
“Just meet me in the snowlight / Come on and dance with me tonight / The streets are shining so bright / Don’t you love the feeling in the snowlight”.

“Wonderful Day” tells the story of Decker’s version of the perfect holiday day spent with her husband. She sings in the chorus, “The countdown begins / I can’t imagine it without ya / Ain’t it fun, everybody is feeling the love / It’s a wonderful day / Feeling so good to have you home for the holiday / And I can’t wait to unwrap you / Hey, it’s a wonderful day on this holiday / And I can’t wait to spend it with you”.

“Christmas in Cabo” is an island vibe tune about spending Christmas on the beach in Cabo, rather than in the cold weather. Decker sings in the chorus, “Spending Christmas in Cabo / So long Chicago / I need sun rays on this holiday / Taking shots of tequila / So long, we’ll see ya / Let’s have our fun by the sea, adios”.

“Baby! It’s Christmas” is a cheery jam about the best aspects of Christmas time. Decker sings,  “It’s that time again where we all get to be together / The snow is falling in this frightful weather / And I can’t wait to see all the lights on the tree at night / Baby! It’s Christmas, say yeah”. 

“My Favorite Holiday” tells the many reasons why Christmas is Decker’s favorite holiday. She sings in the chorus, “Oh Merry Christmas / Oh you don’t wanna miss this / It’s Santa and his sleigh / It’s Rudolph and his gang / Oh Merry Christmas, it’s my favorite holiday”

To celebrate the album’s release, the country star will be playing a holiday show at City Winery in Nashville, Tennessee on December 5th featuring special surprise guests. Tickets are available here.  On This Holiday is now available everywhere you stream or buy music. Take a listen below and check out more new recently released music here on our ‘New Country Music’ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.

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Brett Eldredge Releases Six New Songs on the Deluxe Edition of ‘Glow’

Brett Eldredge Glow Deluxe

Nobody rings in the holiday season quite like country superstar Brett Eldredge with his Christmas tunes. It is hard to believe it has been two years since the release of his Christmas album Glow. In honor of the two-year anniversary, the singer-songwriter has added six new tracks to the previous eleven song collection of holiday classics: “Do You Hear What I Hear,” “O Holy Night,” “Silver Bells,” “Sleigh Ride,” “A Holly Jolly Christmas” and “Christmas Time is Here,” as well as an A cappella version of “The First Noel”. “Do You Hear What I Hear,” “O Holy Night” and “Christmas Time is Here” are the slower of the six, while “Silver Bells,” “Sleigh Ride” and “A Holly Jolly Christmas” are upbeat and cheery.

In addition to the new tracks, Eldredge gave the deluxe version an updated look with a brand new album cover. Rather than the traditional red backdrop, he opted for an icy blue background.  Despite the fact there aren’t any new originals from the platinum-selling star on this version, Eldredge’s astounding vocals stun on each track. This assortment of songs showcases his jazz-like sound, exuding a Frank Sinatra vibe. Eldredge’s rendition of these classics are true to the originals, yet somehow still his own.

If merely listening to this album does not get you into the Christmas spirit, you may just have to see it performed live. Eldredge will bring his Christmas spectacular show to the Beacon Theatre in New York City on December 11th. Tickets are available here.

Glow (Deluxe) is now available everywhere you stream or buy music. Take a listen below and check out more new recently released music here on our ‘New Country Music’ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.

 

 

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NYCS First Impression: Martina McBride ‘It’s The Holiday Season’

Martina McBride It's The Holiday Season

 

There are few distinct voices in country music that feel like home. Martina McBride’s is one of those such voices, nowhere more so evident than on her festive new album, It’s the Holiday Season. On the cheery collection, released today, the country superstar adds a surprisingly jazzy touch to some of the most classic Christmas songs, and frankly, the only thing missing on this album to make it all the more quintessential Christmas is a duet with Michael Buble.

The album opens with spirited takes on the classics, “Santa Claus is Coming to Town,” and “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year.” While it’s hard to offer a fresh take on tunes that have seemingly been recorded 19,000 times, McBride’s voice pairs perfectly with the music throughout the album, neither outshining the other. For McBride fans, the album definitely shows a different side of the singer, focusing heavily on the LP’s orchestration, rather than just her golden voice.

One of the highlights of the album is McBride’s take on “Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer.” The track could’ve easily veered off into being cheesy, but McBride offers a fresh take that’s hard not to tap your toes to. Other highlights include “Happy Holidays/ It’s the Holiday Season,” and “Home for the Holidays.” The show tune staple, “My Favorite Things” closes the album perfectly, McBride’s voice covering each and every note like a warm blanket on a cold evening.

Despite the fact that It’s the Holiday Season does not include any originals, it’s a fun take on many of the most classic Christmas songs. Interestingly, it’s an album that could’ve been recorded in the 1950’s or the 2050’s and not sounded out of place. It’s poised to be a future classic, and we can only advise you to add this one to your Christmas mix; you definitely won’t regret it.

In addition to the release of her holiday album today, McBride will be releasing her cookbook, Martina McBride’s Kitchen Mix on October 30, with the premiere of her cooking show, Martina’s Table, premiering on the Food Network on November 18th.

Additionally, McBride will be taking her holiday cheer on the road, performing with a full symphony on The Joy of Christmas Tour. Full dates are as follows:

November 23: Biloxi, MS – Beau Rivage
November 24: Jacksonville, FL – Florida Theatre
November 25: Charlotte, NC – Ovens Auditorium
November 29: Nashville, TN – Schermerhorn Symphony Center
November 30: Nashville, TN – Schermerhorn Symphony Center
December 1: Nashville, TN – Schermerhorn Symphony Center
December 4: Atlanta, GA – Atlanta Symphony Hall
December 6: Kansas City, MO – Arvest Bank Theatre at The Midland
December 7: Dallas, TX – Majestic Theatre
December 8: Sugar Land, TX – Smart Financial Centre

It’s the Holiday Season is now available everywhere you buy or stream music. Take a listen below and check out more new recently released music here on our ‘New Country Music’ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.

For future tour information, upcoming news and announcements from Martina McBride, visit martinamcbride.com, and follow the rising star on his journey via Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

 

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