Christmas Music

Christmas Music brings together traditional carols, festive classics, and modern compositions dedicated to the holiday season. This genre creates a warm and joyful atmosphere, perfect for celebrating with family or friends.

On Vinyles.com, find full access to Christmas Music vinyl records marketed for enthusiasts of this festive atmosphere.

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Christmas on vinyl: When the warmth of the stylus awakens the holiday magic

From carols to classics: A century of Christmas records

Christmas music and the vinyl record share a deeply intertwined history. As early as the 1930s, the first 78 rpm carols were vying for a place in Anglo-Saxon homes, but everything changed in 1942 when Bing Crosby cut 'White Christmas' for Decca, a single that would go on to become the best-selling piece of recorded music of all time. In the post-war era, the golden age of crooners turned Christmas into an unmissable recording event: Nat King Cole immortalised 'The Christmas Song' on Capitol in 1946, Frank Sinatra released 'Christmas Songs by Sinatra' on Columbia, while Dean Martin and Ella Fitzgerald delivered one timeless standard after another. In France, Tino Rossi had the entire nation singing along to 'Petit Papa Noël' as early as 1946, a record that has bridged generations. Vinyl became the cherished medium for these suspended moments gathered around the Christmas tree.

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No discussion of Christmas on vinyl would be complete without tipping our hats to Phil Spector's 'A Christmas Gift for You' (1963), a Wall of Sound masterpiece where Darlene Love and The Ronettes electrify seasonal standards. That same decade, Vince Guaraldi composed the soundtrack for 'A Charlie Brown Christmas' (1965) on Fantasy Records, a perfect marriage of cool jazz and childhood innocence. The 1970s brought a soulful reinterpretation with 'The Jackson 5 Christmas Album' on Motown and the essential 'A Motown Christmas' compilation (1973). We must also mention 'Elvis' Christmas Album' (RCA, 1957), a monument of festive rock'n'roll, the cult classic 'Christmas' by Low (1999) for indie aesthetes, and Sufjan Stevens' sumptuous 'Songs for Christmas' box sets. More recently, the soul revival of Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings and John Legend's collaborations with Capitol Studios prove that the genre continues to inspire highly sought-after pressings.

Pressings, editions and pitfalls to avoid: A collector's guide

Frequently asked questions

Why collect Christmas vinyl rather than simply streaming these songs?

Vinyl brings out the natural warmth of period recordings, hushed strings, enveloping choirs, that digital compression tends to flatten. Owning the physical object, complete with its often beautifully illustrated sleeve, is an integral part of the holiday ritual.

What are the most sought-after Christmas pressings and how can I avoid buying the wrong edition?

Original mono pressings of Phil Spector's 'A Christmas Gift for You' on Philles Records, a well-preserved 78 rpm Decca copy of Bing Crosby's 'White Christmas', or the earliest editions of Vince Guaraldi on Fantasy with their distinctive typography are highly coveted. Beware of poorly mastered reissues: seek out recent remasters from labels like Craft Recordings or Analogue Productions. Vinyles.com allows you to quickly compare prices for these editions across multiple retailers, helping you track down that rare gem at the best possible price.

Is Vinyles.com a retailer of Christmas records?

No, Vinyles.com is not a direct seller. Our site is a price comparison service that aggregates real-time offers from numerous specialist vinyl retail partners. You compare prices and editions, then freely choose the seller that meets your needs. All terms of sale, shipping and returns are handled solely by the third-party merchant you select.

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