It appears The McCrary Sisters have completed their Christmas album. The R&B and Gospel sisters had originally planned to release the album last year, but their busy performance schedule kept them from finishing the album, though we did get a fine Christmas single. You can read what I had to say about them last July. Needless to say, this would vault to the top of my personal holiday shopping list.
Pentatonix has an announcement set for Monday and that likely has something to do with their Christmas plans this year. K-Pop Boy Band EXO are planning on dropping a new album in December. And word is it's a Christmas or (at least) winter-themed set.
Lots of new listings in our NOT THE LIST below, including Wynton Marsalis, Orla Fallon, and (as expected) Dionne Warwick. But I really wanted to call your attention to the coming release from The Good Lovelies, which you won't find on Amazon...yet.
The Good Lovelies are a Canadian vocal harmony Folk Pop trio who gave us the exceptional "Under The Mistletoe" in 2009. But that was a decade ago. And, even though we got a special little treat in the form of a seasonal EP, "Winter's Calling", in 2014 (with one track free on that year's edition of "Ho Ho Ho Canada"), I find myself thirsty for another cup of Yuletide cheer from this awesome group.
The new Good Lovelies Christmas album is called "Evergreen" and you can pre-order it in both vinyl and CD formats. Official release date is November 22. And, while we lack a complete track list, we know it will include "Little Saint Nick", "Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)", "Jingle Bells", "O Holy Night", "Please Come Home For Christmas", "Silver Bells", and "(Everybody's Waiting For) The Man With The Bag".
And, with that, welcome back my friends to the list that never ends.
Pentatonix has an announcement set for Monday and that likely has something to do with their Christmas plans this year. K-Pop Boy Band EXO are planning on dropping a new album in December. And word is it's a Christmas or (at least) winter-themed set.
Lots of new listings in our NOT THE LIST below, including Wynton Marsalis, Orla Fallon, and (as expected) Dionne Warwick. But I really wanted to call your attention to the coming release from The Good Lovelies, which you won't find on Amazon...yet.
The Good Lovelies are a Canadian vocal harmony Folk Pop trio who gave us the exceptional "Under The Mistletoe" in 2009. But that was a decade ago. And, even though we got a special little treat in the form of a seasonal EP, "Winter's Calling", in 2014 (with one track free on that year's edition of "Ho Ho Ho Canada"), I find myself thirsty for another cup of Yuletide cheer from this awesome group.
The new Good Lovelies Christmas album is called "Evergreen" and you can pre-order it in both vinyl and CD formats. Official release date is November 22. And, while we lack a complete track list, we know it will include "Little Saint Nick", "Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)", "Jingle Bells", "O Holy Night", "Please Come Home For Christmas", "Silver Bells", and "(Everybody's Waiting For) The Man With The Bag".
And, with that, welcome back my friends to the list that never ends.
JULY 19
DAVE STRYKER--"Eight Track Christmas" (Guitar-centric Trio Jazz in the tradition of Wes Montgomery)
AUGUST 23
NEW ORLEANS JAZZ BAND OF COLOGNE--"Santa Claus Is Coming To Town" (New Orleans Jazz & Blues from German 7-piece)
SEPTEMBER 13
THE MONKEES--"Christmas Party" (Vinyl version of 2018 CD)
THE MONKEES--"Christmas Party" (Limited Red and Green vinyl version of above)
SEPTEMBER 14
VIVA ACOUSTICA--"Christmas Eve" (Blend of instrumental Jazz and Country from Russian group; there will probably be CDs, but you'll probably have to go to Russia to get them)
SEPTEMBER 20
SEAY--"A Winter Blessing - The Gift" (CD version of New Age vocalist's album released digitally in 2018)
BRYNN STANLEY--"Classic Christmas" (Jazz vocalist in a classic Big Band/Lush Orchestra setting)
VARIOUS--"Let's Make Every Day A Christmas Day" (Vintage R&B collection from Jasmine label)
SEPTEMBER 27
ISTHMUS BRASS--"We Need A Little Christmas" (Wisconsin Brass ensemble's second holiday platter)
VINCE GILL--"The Christmas Collection" (Wide release black vinyl version of 2018 Cracker Barrel Exclusive)
BRENDA LEE--"Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree: The Decca Christmas Recordings" (New vinyl; old music)
RAMSEY LEWIS TRIO--"More Sounds of Christmas" (First domestic CD release of Lewis' second Christmas set)
RAMSEY LEWIS TRIO--"More Sounds of Christmas" (Vinyl version of above)
DIANA ROSS--"Wonderful Christmas Time" (Vinyl version of last year's CD)
THE TEMPTATIONS--"Christmas Card" (Vinyl re-issue of 1970 Motown release)
OCTOBER 4
JONATHAN BUTLER--"Christmas Together" (2nd Xmas album from Jazz guitarist; many Smooth Jazz guests)
CHICAGO--"Chicago Christmas 2019" (37th album from horn driven Classic Rock group)
JOSEPH FULLER--"Christmas In The City" (Live outing from Christian Classical Crossover pianist)
LOS LOBOS--"Llego Navidad" (First official commercial Christmas album from Tex Mex Rock combo)
MIRUSIA--"Christmas Memories" (World renowned Australian Soprano and Classical Crossover star)
PHIL WICKHAM--TBA (Second Christmas set from CCM artist)
VARIOUS--"The Best of Christmas Grass" (Bluegrass from the "Christmas Grass" series)
VARIOUS--"Christmas Grass: The Instrumentals" (Bluegrass from the "Christmas Grass" series)
VARIOUS--"NOW Country Christmas" (Latest from the NOW empire)
OCTOBER 11
DON AMERO--"Amero Little Christmas" (America release of last year's Canadian Country Christmas set)
JOSE CABRERA--"O Come All Ye Faithful" (Piano set melding Classical, Jazz and Latin sounds)
RAY CONIFF--"We Wish You A Merry Christmas" (Collectors vinyl of 1962 album; had been due last November)
DELICATE STEVE--"The Christmas Album" (Multi-instrumentalist releasing vinyl version of last year's CD)
AMY GRANT--"Home For Christmas" (First time on vinyl for Amy's 1992 classic)
AMY GRANT--"Christmas" (3-LP vinyl set plus bonus 45 with 2 exclusive tracks)
ERNIE HAASE & SIGNATURE SOUND--"A Jazzy Little Christmas" (Southern Gospel artist)
ANDY WILLIAMS--"Christmas Album" (Audiophile Blue Vinyl reissue of 1963 classic delayed from last year)
SOUNDTRACK--"Love Actually" (Limited Edition Candy Cane vinyl from Real Gone)
OCTOBER 18
BLACKHAWK--"The Spirit of Christmas" (Classic Country group)
THE COLLINGSWORTH FAMILY--"A True Family Christmas" (Southern Gospel family's third)
CHARLIE DANIELS--"Christmas Classics" (Traditional fare collected from Daniels' earlier Christmas sets)
THE ERWINS--"What Christmas Really Means" (CCM/Worship group)
KEN GRIFFIN--"Back For Christmas" (Traditional holiday and non-holiday fare from late organist)
ROB HALFORD--"Celestial" (Judas Priest front man with his second Yuletide set)
ROB HALFORD--"Celestial" (Vinyl version of above)
JEWEL--"Joy: A Holiday Collection" (20th Anniversary vinyl reissue of Folk Pop singer's Xmas set)
KEB MO--"Moonlight, Mistletoe & You" (Roots artist blends Blues and romance)
DONNA KING--"All The Lights" (Nashville based Christian/Gospel artist whose 2013 set was quite enjoyable)
MANNHEIM STEAMROLLER--"Christmas (35th Anniversary Edition)" (Limited Edition vinyl reissue)
LEON REDBONE--"Christmas Island" (Import CD reissue of the late singer's Christmas set, feat. Dr. John)
DIONNE WARWICK--"And The Voices of Christmas" (Album of holiday duets from Iconic diva)
VARIOUS--"Carols: The Sounds of Christmas" (Smooth Jazz collection from Trippin N Rhythm label)
VARIOUS--"Christmas At Birdland" (Jazzy cabaret featuring Klea Blackhurst)
OCTOBER 25
92 KEYS--"Christmas" (Pop/Classical Crossover duet of piano and violin)
92 KEYS--"Christmas" (IF there's a CD, as I suspect there will be, it should be available here)
JIM BRICKMAN--"Celebration of Christmas" (Yet another Xmas set from Easy Listening artist)
TATIANA EVA-MARIE--"Wintertime Dreams" (30s style Parisian romance via Gypsy Jazz)
ORLA FALLON--"A Winter's Tale" (Second solo Christmas set from Celtic harpist/singer of Celtic Woman fame)
ANA GASTEYER--"Sugar And Booze" (A mix of Jazz and humor from from SNL cast member)
ANA GASTEYER--"Sugar And Booze" (Vinyl version of above)
DANNY GOKEY--"The Greatest Gift" (CCM performer and former American Idol contestant)
THE HAPPY RACERS--"A Merry Very Christmas" (CD of last year's digital set of Rock for Kids...of all ages)
LATERAL BLUE--"This Christmas" (Bluegrass group from Green Hill Music)
TRINI LOPEZ--"My Christmas Gift To You" (Re-issue--with different title--of singer's 2017 Christmas album)
SCOTT MILLER--"Mountain Frontier Christmas" (Green Hill release featuring hammered dulcimer)
OAK RIDGE BOYS--"Down Home Christmas" (Country act's EIGHTH holiday album)
SINGING CONTRACTORS--"Building A Christmas To Remember" (Don't know, don't want to know)
WHITEHORSE--"Winter Classic" (Vinyl issue of last year's set from Canadian duo)
VARIOUS--"Jazz For The Holidays" (Collection of instrumental Jazz from the Green Hill stable of artists)
NOVEMBER 1
THE 5 BROWNS--"Christmas With The 5 Browns" (Piano playing Classical crossover siblings)
CYNDI LAUPER--"Merry Christmas, Have A Nice Life" (Limited Edition Green vinyl version of 1998 album)
CALEE REED--"Rejoice!" (Christian vocalist)
JOSH ROUSE--"The Holiday Sounds of" (Alt Folk Pop artist inspired by 60s Jazz)
JOSH ROUSE--"The Holiday Sounds of" (Vinyl version of above)
MITCH RYDER--"Christmas Take A Ride" (Vinyl version of last year's set from Detroit Rocker)
TRUE CONCORD--"Christmas With True Concord" (Grammy nominated Arizona based Choir and Orchestra)
VANDALS--"Oi To The World Live" (Punk band's classic 2002 holiday concert on CD for first time)
VANDALS--"Oi To The World Live" (First time on vinyl, as well. Limited edition white vinyl)
VARIOUS--"An All Star Salute To Christmas" (Re-issue of eclectic 2009 2-CD set)
VARIOUS--"Prog Rock Christmas" (Features Steve Morse, Annie Halsam, and more)
VARIOUS--"Prog Rock Christmas" (Vinyl version of above; red or white)
VARIOUS--"Punk Rock Christmas 2" (Cleopatra follow up to 2015 comp)
VARIOUS--"Punk Rock Christmas 2" (Red vinyl version of above)
SOUNDTRACK--"Home Alone" (Limited Edition Green vinyl version of 1990 soundtrack)
NOVEMBER 8
NATALIE COLE--"Holly & Ivy" (25th Anniversary reissue from Craft Recordings; remastered)
NATALIE COLE--"Holly & Ivy" (Vinyl version of above; 180gm collector's grade vinyl)
DOUBLE DRUMS--"Groovin' Christmas" (German percussion duo)
WYNTON MARSALIS--"Big Band Holidays II" (Sequel to 2015 effort with the JLCO)
DYLAN SCOTT--"Merry Christmas" (Country artist with some classic crooner instincts)
BRIAN SETZER ORCHESTRA--"Dig That Crazy Santa Claus" (Vinyl release of 2005 album)
VARIOUS--"Yulesville" (Collection of early Rock and vintage R&B from Bear Family label)
NOVEMBER 9
NEON SWING X-PERIENCE--"O Howly Night" (Pennsylvania Neo-Swing Jump Jive and Rock band)
NOVEMBER 10
NAT KING COLE--"The Christmas Song" (Target EXCLUSIVE GREEN Vinyl version of classic holiday album)
FRANK SINATRA--"Ultimate Christmas" (Target EXCLUSIVE Limited Edition GREEN Vinyl 2-LP set)
NOVEMBER 15
LEAH--"Ancient Winter" (Winter themed set combining Folk, Celtic, Rock & Classical)
LEAH--"Ancient Winter" (Vinyl version of above; color vinyl already sold out)
JOE STILGOE--"The Christmas Album" (Neo-Swing singer/songwriter)
NOVEMBER 18
GERALD KRAMPL--"Advent & Christmas" (2 album set of Neo-Classical/New Age solo piano)
NOVEMBER 22
BAD RELIGION--"Christmas Songs" (GOLD Vinyl version of 2013 EP; Limited to 500 units)
CHICAGO--"Chicago Christmas 2019" (Vinyl version of CD released October 4)
GOOD LOVELIES--"Evergreen" (Second Christmas album from Canadian vocal harmony Folk Pop trio)
GOOD LOVELIES--"Evergreen" (Vinyl version of above)
SHE & HIM--"A Very She & Him Christmas" (Barnes & Nobel Vinyl Exclusive version of 2011 album; the "exclusive" is likely the color of the vinyl, but no details as yet)
SILENT WINTERS--"Christmas Morning" (Canadian Folk duo)
NOVEMBER 29
KATE RUSBY--"Holly Head" (Fifth seasonal set from UK Folk Pop artist)
RICK WAKEMAN--"Christmas Portraits" (Solo piano from progressive keyboard legend)
RICK WAKEMAN--"Christmas Portraits" (Vinyl version of above)
DECEMBER 6
JOHN BARROWMAN--"A Fabulous Christmas" (British vocalist and Doctor Who actor)
TBA
Backstreet Boys (They're back, ai'ight?)
Wade Bowen (Texas Country/Red Dirt singer; he describes it as a "throwback sounding record")
Lincoln Brewster--"A Mostly Acoustic Christmas Album" (NOV) (Canadian CCM artist)
Campbell & Green (NOV) (Canadian husband and wife Folk Pop duo)
Elizabeth Chan--"If The Fates Allow" (OCT) (Her 8th in 8 years)
Cher (nuff said)
Clean Pete (Dutch Pop/Rock twin sister duo)
Glenn Crytzer Orchestra--"Underneath The Mistletoe" (Sounds of the Jazz Age and Swing Era; 11 originals, 9 classics; crowdfunded through Kickstarter)
Death Cat--"Death Cat vs. X-Mas" (Experimental Punk multi-media group)
Faith Angelina Dixon (New Age piano from 13 year old prodigy)
Pasquale Esposito (Italian tenor)
Luke Evans (Actor known for roles in Beauty & The Beast and the Fast & Furious series)
Faithful Journey (Southern Gospel quartet from the MidWest)
Folk Hymnal--"Incarnation Songs, Vol. II" (Christian Folk follow up to last year's Christmas EP; Kickstarter funded)
Lennie Gallant (Canadian Country star who had one of the best Christmas singles of 2018)
Kellie Haddock (Christian singer songwriter)
HW Klownface--"Desecration of Santa Claus" (Metal artist who won a copyright suit in Judge Judy's courtroom)
Dave Koz--"Gifts of The Season" (Smooth Jazz)
Rachel Leahcar (Australian Pop and Classical singer)
Michael Lington--"A Foreign Affair Christmas" (Danish American Smooth Jazz saxman; lots of guest stars)
Chris Mann (Former Voice contestant who released a Christmas EP in 2012)
McCrary Sisters (Eclectic R&B/Gospel group have apparently finished the Christmas album they started last year)
Natalie McMaster (Canadian Celtic fiddler)
Lea Michele (Former Glee star)
Ne-Yo (Soul/R&B)
The New West Symphony & Chorus (70 member choir and orchestra)
Oversight Gallery (Indie Emo band from Indiana)
Dolly Parton (Country superstar says this is definite and will be accompanied by a Christmas tour)
Jim Reeves--"Twelve Songs of Christmas"
Andrew Ryan (L.A. based Jazz Pop artist)
Salt of the Sound (Ambient Christian Vocal duo)
The Seekers (The band is officially retired; this will be a collection of past Christmas songs, many rare and possibly some unreleased)
Slobberbone (Alt Country band from Texas)
Smashing Pumpkins (Billy seems pretty stoked by the idea)
Sovereign Grace (Worship group planning 3rd Christmas album)
Larry Stewart (Country set from one of the vocalists from Restless Heart)
Olivia West--"Hurry Up Santa" (Country Pop; Kickstarter)
Robbie Williams ("Millennium" singer, formerly of Take That)
Various--"Seasonal Favorites, Vol. 5" (Yet another indispensable collection of Surf Rock, etc., from Double Crown)
Various--"A Very Cherry Christmas--Vol. 14" (late NOV) (Brilliant Indie Pop and Rock, curated by Gareth Jones)
POSSIBLE
Carolyn Broussard (Cajun Americana)
Delta Rae (Alt Pop Americana)
EXO (K-Pop Boy Band)
DAVE STRYKER--"Eight Track Christmas" (Guitar-centric Trio Jazz in the tradition of Wes Montgomery)
AUGUST 23
NEW ORLEANS JAZZ BAND OF COLOGNE--"Santa Claus Is Coming To Town" (New Orleans Jazz & Blues from German 7-piece)
SEPTEMBER 13
THE MONKEES--"Christmas Party" (Vinyl version of 2018 CD)
THE MONKEES--"Christmas Party" (Limited Red and Green vinyl version of above)
SEPTEMBER 14
VIVA ACOUSTICA--"Christmas Eve" (Blend of instrumental Jazz and Country from Russian group; there will probably be CDs, but you'll probably have to go to Russia to get them)
SEPTEMBER 20
SEAY--"A Winter Blessing - The Gift" (CD version of New Age vocalist's album released digitally in 2018)
BRYNN STANLEY--"Classic Christmas" (Jazz vocalist in a classic Big Band/Lush Orchestra setting)
VARIOUS--"Let's Make Every Day A Christmas Day" (Vintage R&B collection from Jasmine label)
SEPTEMBER 27
ISTHMUS BRASS--"We Need A Little Christmas" (Wisconsin Brass ensemble's second holiday platter)
VINCE GILL--"The Christmas Collection" (Wide release black vinyl version of 2018 Cracker Barrel Exclusive)
BRENDA LEE--"Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree: The Decca Christmas Recordings" (New vinyl; old music)
RAMSEY LEWIS TRIO--"More Sounds of Christmas" (First domestic CD release of Lewis' second Christmas set)
RAMSEY LEWIS TRIO--"More Sounds of Christmas" (Vinyl version of above)
DIANA ROSS--"Wonderful Christmas Time" (Vinyl version of last year's CD)
THE TEMPTATIONS--"Christmas Card" (Vinyl re-issue of 1970 Motown release)
OCTOBER 4
JONATHAN BUTLER--"Christmas Together" (2nd Xmas album from Jazz guitarist; many Smooth Jazz guests)
CHICAGO--"Chicago Christmas 2019" (37th album from horn driven Classic Rock group)
JOSEPH FULLER--"Christmas In The City" (Live outing from Christian Classical Crossover pianist)
LOS LOBOS--"Llego Navidad" (First official commercial Christmas album from Tex Mex Rock combo)
MIRUSIA--"Christmas Memories" (World renowned Australian Soprano and Classical Crossover star)
PHIL WICKHAM--TBA (Second Christmas set from CCM artist)
VARIOUS--"The Best of Christmas Grass" (Bluegrass from the "Christmas Grass" series)
VARIOUS--"Christmas Grass: The Instrumentals" (Bluegrass from the "Christmas Grass" series)
VARIOUS--"NOW Country Christmas" (Latest from the NOW empire)
OCTOBER 11
DON AMERO--"Amero Little Christmas" (America release of last year's Canadian Country Christmas set)
JOSE CABRERA--"O Come All Ye Faithful" (Piano set melding Classical, Jazz and Latin sounds)
RAY CONIFF--"We Wish You A Merry Christmas" (Collectors vinyl of 1962 album; had been due last November)
DELICATE STEVE--"The Christmas Album" (Multi-instrumentalist releasing vinyl version of last year's CD)
AMY GRANT--"Home For Christmas" (First time on vinyl for Amy's 1992 classic)
AMY GRANT--"Christmas" (3-LP vinyl set plus bonus 45 with 2 exclusive tracks)
ERNIE HAASE & SIGNATURE SOUND--"A Jazzy Little Christmas" (Southern Gospel artist)
ANDY WILLIAMS--"Christmas Album" (Audiophile Blue Vinyl reissue of 1963 classic delayed from last year)
SOUNDTRACK--"Love Actually" (Limited Edition Candy Cane vinyl from Real Gone)
OCTOBER 18
BLACKHAWK--"The Spirit of Christmas" (Classic Country group)
THE COLLINGSWORTH FAMILY--"A True Family Christmas" (Southern Gospel family's third)
CHARLIE DANIELS--"Christmas Classics" (Traditional fare collected from Daniels' earlier Christmas sets)
THE ERWINS--"What Christmas Really Means" (CCM/Worship group)
KEN GRIFFIN--"Back For Christmas" (Traditional holiday and non-holiday fare from late organist)
ROB HALFORD--"Celestial" (Judas Priest front man with his second Yuletide set)
ROB HALFORD--"Celestial" (Vinyl version of above)
JEWEL--"Joy: A Holiday Collection" (20th Anniversary vinyl reissue of Folk Pop singer's Xmas set)
KEB MO--"Moonlight, Mistletoe & You" (Roots artist blends Blues and romance)
DONNA KING--"All The Lights" (Nashville based Christian/Gospel artist whose 2013 set was quite enjoyable)
MANNHEIM STEAMROLLER--"Christmas (35th Anniversary Edition)" (Limited Edition vinyl reissue)
LEON REDBONE--"Christmas Island" (Import CD reissue of the late singer's Christmas set, feat. Dr. John)
DIONNE WARWICK--"And The Voices of Christmas" (Album of holiday duets from Iconic diva)
VARIOUS--"Carols: The Sounds of Christmas" (Smooth Jazz collection from Trippin N Rhythm label)
VARIOUS--"Christmas At Birdland" (Jazzy cabaret featuring Klea Blackhurst)
OCTOBER 25
92 KEYS--"Christmas" (Pop/Classical Crossover duet of piano and violin)
92 KEYS--"Christmas" (IF there's a CD, as I suspect there will be, it should be available here)
JIM BRICKMAN--"Celebration of Christmas" (Yet another Xmas set from Easy Listening artist)
TATIANA EVA-MARIE--"Wintertime Dreams" (30s style Parisian romance via Gypsy Jazz)
ORLA FALLON--"A Winter's Tale" (Second solo Christmas set from Celtic harpist/singer of Celtic Woman fame)
ANA GASTEYER--"Sugar And Booze" (A mix of Jazz and humor from from SNL cast member)
ANA GASTEYER--"Sugar And Booze" (Vinyl version of above)
DANNY GOKEY--"The Greatest Gift" (CCM performer and former American Idol contestant)
THE HAPPY RACERS--"A Merry Very Christmas" (CD of last year's digital set of Rock for Kids...of all ages)
LATERAL BLUE--"This Christmas" (Bluegrass group from Green Hill Music)
TRINI LOPEZ--"My Christmas Gift To You" (Re-issue--with different title--of singer's 2017 Christmas album)
SCOTT MILLER--"Mountain Frontier Christmas" (Green Hill release featuring hammered dulcimer)
OAK RIDGE BOYS--"Down Home Christmas" (Country act's EIGHTH holiday album)
SINGING CONTRACTORS--"Building A Christmas To Remember" (Don't know, don't want to know)
WHITEHORSE--"Winter Classic" (Vinyl issue of last year's set from Canadian duo)
VARIOUS--"Jazz For The Holidays" (Collection of instrumental Jazz from the Green Hill stable of artists)
NOVEMBER 1
THE 5 BROWNS--"Christmas With The 5 Browns" (Piano playing Classical crossover siblings)
CYNDI LAUPER--"Merry Christmas, Have A Nice Life" (Limited Edition Green vinyl version of 1998 album)
CALEE REED--"Rejoice!" (Christian vocalist)
JOSH ROUSE--"The Holiday Sounds of" (Alt Folk Pop artist inspired by 60s Jazz)
JOSH ROUSE--"The Holiday Sounds of" (Vinyl version of above)
MITCH RYDER--"Christmas Take A Ride" (Vinyl version of last year's set from Detroit Rocker)
TRUE CONCORD--"Christmas With True Concord" (Grammy nominated Arizona based Choir and Orchestra)
VANDALS--"Oi To The World Live" (Punk band's classic 2002 holiday concert on CD for first time)
VANDALS--"Oi To The World Live" (First time on vinyl, as well. Limited edition white vinyl)
VARIOUS--"An All Star Salute To Christmas" (Re-issue of eclectic 2009 2-CD set)
VARIOUS--"Prog Rock Christmas" (Features Steve Morse, Annie Halsam, and more)
VARIOUS--"Prog Rock Christmas" (Vinyl version of above; red or white)
VARIOUS--"Punk Rock Christmas 2" (Cleopatra follow up to 2015 comp)
VARIOUS--"Punk Rock Christmas 2" (Red vinyl version of above)
SOUNDTRACK--"Home Alone" (Limited Edition Green vinyl version of 1990 soundtrack)
NOVEMBER 8
NATALIE COLE--"Holly & Ivy" (25th Anniversary reissue from Craft Recordings; remastered)
NATALIE COLE--"Holly & Ivy" (Vinyl version of above; 180gm collector's grade vinyl)
DOUBLE DRUMS--"Groovin' Christmas" (German percussion duo)
WYNTON MARSALIS--"Big Band Holidays II" (Sequel to 2015 effort with the JLCO)
DYLAN SCOTT--"Merry Christmas" (Country artist with some classic crooner instincts)
BRIAN SETZER ORCHESTRA--"Dig That Crazy Santa Claus" (Vinyl release of 2005 album)
VARIOUS--"Yulesville" (Collection of early Rock and vintage R&B from Bear Family label)
NOVEMBER 9
NEON SWING X-PERIENCE--"O Howly Night" (Pennsylvania Neo-Swing Jump Jive and Rock band)
NOVEMBER 10
NAT KING COLE--"The Christmas Song" (Target EXCLUSIVE GREEN Vinyl version of classic holiday album)
FRANK SINATRA--"Ultimate Christmas" (Target EXCLUSIVE Limited Edition GREEN Vinyl 2-LP set)
NOVEMBER 15
LEAH--"Ancient Winter" (Winter themed set combining Folk, Celtic, Rock & Classical)
LEAH--"Ancient Winter" (Vinyl version of above; color vinyl already sold out)
JOE STILGOE--"The Christmas Album" (Neo-Swing singer/songwriter)
NOVEMBER 18
GERALD KRAMPL--"Advent & Christmas" (2 album set of Neo-Classical/New Age solo piano)
NOVEMBER 22
BAD RELIGION--"Christmas Songs" (GOLD Vinyl version of 2013 EP; Limited to 500 units)
CHICAGO--"Chicago Christmas 2019" (Vinyl version of CD released October 4)
GOOD LOVELIES--"Evergreen" (Second Christmas album from Canadian vocal harmony Folk Pop trio)
GOOD LOVELIES--"Evergreen" (Vinyl version of above)
SHE & HIM--"A Very She & Him Christmas" (Barnes & Nobel Vinyl Exclusive version of 2011 album; the "exclusive" is likely the color of the vinyl, but no details as yet)
SILENT WINTERS--"Christmas Morning" (Canadian Folk duo)
NOVEMBER 29
KATE RUSBY--"Holly Head" (Fifth seasonal set from UK Folk Pop artist)
RICK WAKEMAN--"Christmas Portraits" (Solo piano from progressive keyboard legend)
RICK WAKEMAN--"Christmas Portraits" (Vinyl version of above)
DECEMBER 6
JOHN BARROWMAN--"A Fabulous Christmas" (British vocalist and Doctor Who actor)
TBA
Backstreet Boys (They're back, ai'ight?)
Wade Bowen (Texas Country/Red Dirt singer; he describes it as a "throwback sounding record")
Lincoln Brewster--"A Mostly Acoustic Christmas Album" (NOV) (Canadian CCM artist)
Campbell & Green (NOV) (Canadian husband and wife Folk Pop duo)
Elizabeth Chan--"If The Fates Allow" (OCT) (Her 8th in 8 years)
Cher (nuff said)
Clean Pete (Dutch Pop/Rock twin sister duo)
Glenn Crytzer Orchestra--"Underneath The Mistletoe" (Sounds of the Jazz Age and Swing Era; 11 originals, 9 classics; crowdfunded through Kickstarter)
Death Cat--"Death Cat vs. X-Mas" (Experimental Punk multi-media group)
Faith Angelina Dixon (New Age piano from 13 year old prodigy)
Pasquale Esposito (Italian tenor)
Luke Evans (Actor known for roles in Beauty & The Beast and the Fast & Furious series)
Faithful Journey (Southern Gospel quartet from the MidWest)
Folk Hymnal--"Incarnation Songs, Vol. II" (Christian Folk follow up to last year's Christmas EP; Kickstarter funded)
Lennie Gallant (Canadian Country star who had one of the best Christmas singles of 2018)
Kellie Haddock (Christian singer songwriter)
HW Klownface--"Desecration of Santa Claus" (Metal artist who won a copyright suit in Judge Judy's courtroom)
Dave Koz--"Gifts of The Season" (Smooth Jazz)
Rachel Leahcar (Australian Pop and Classical singer)
Michael Lington--"A Foreign Affair Christmas" (Danish American Smooth Jazz saxman; lots of guest stars)
Chris Mann (Former Voice contestant who released a Christmas EP in 2012)
McCrary Sisters (Eclectic R&B/Gospel group have apparently finished the Christmas album they started last year)
Natalie McMaster (Canadian Celtic fiddler)
Lea Michele (Former Glee star)
Ne-Yo (Soul/R&B)
The New West Symphony & Chorus (70 member choir and orchestra)
Oversight Gallery (Indie Emo band from Indiana)
Dolly Parton (Country superstar says this is definite and will be accompanied by a Christmas tour)
Jim Reeves--"Twelve Songs of Christmas"
Andrew Ryan (L.A. based Jazz Pop artist)
Salt of the Sound (Ambient Christian Vocal duo)
The Seekers (The band is officially retired; this will be a collection of past Christmas songs, many rare and possibly some unreleased)
Slobberbone (Alt Country band from Texas)
Smashing Pumpkins (Billy seems pretty stoked by the idea)
Sovereign Grace (Worship group planning 3rd Christmas album)
Larry Stewart (Country set from one of the vocalists from Restless Heart)
Olivia West--"Hurry Up Santa" (Country Pop; Kickstarter)
Robbie Williams ("Millennium" singer, formerly of Take That)
Various--"Seasonal Favorites, Vol. 5" (Yet another indispensable collection of Surf Rock, etc., from Double Crown)
Various--"A Very Cherry Christmas--Vol. 14" (late NOV) (Brilliant Indie Pop and Rock, curated by Gareth Jones)
POSSIBLE
Carolyn Broussard (Cajun Americana)
Delta Rae (Alt Pop Americana)
EXO (K-Pop Boy Band)
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