2012 expanded edition of this holiday album from Canada's king of cool. This updated version includes three bonus tracks in the form of "Winter Wonderland", "Frosty the Snowman" and "Silver Bells". Christmas, produced by David Foster, Bob Rock and Humberto Gatica, was recorded primarily at Capitol Recording Studios in Hollywood and the Warehouse Studios in Vancouver. The album includes guest performances by Shania Twain on "White Christmas" and the Puppini Sisters on "Jingle Bells." Bublé also put his unique take on such classics as "Silent Night," "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas," "It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas" and "Santa Claus Is Coming to Town." in addition, a Bublé original "Cold December Night" is included on Christmas.
"Christmas (Deluxe)" on CD by Michael Bublé, released by Reprise Records, is a lavishly produced holiday album that blends timeless Christmas classics with Bublé's unmistakable, velvety crooner voice. The deluxe edition offers an expanded festive experience, typically including additional songs, alternative versions or bonus material that extend the mood far beyond the standard tracklist. Rich big-band arrangements, lush strings and warm jazz influences create the feel of an elegant holiday concert in your living room, with a sound that is both nostalgic and contemporary. Songs such as "It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas", "Jingle Bells" or tender ballads and duets are interpreted with charm, swing and emotional depth, making this CD suitable both as atmospheric background for family gatherings and as a highlight for attentive listening. The production emphasizes clarity and warmth, so that every detail of the arrangements and Bublé's voice comes into its own on CD.
Michael Bublé has established himself internationally as one of the leading voices in modern swing, jazz-pop and easy listening. Known for his smooth baritone and charismatic stage presence, he gained worldwide fame with multi-platinum albums and hit singles such as "Haven't Met You Yet" and his interpretations of Great American Songbook standards. His albums have topped charts in numerous countries, and he has been honored with multiple awards, including several Grammy Awards and Juno Awards. With his Christmas releases in particular, Bublé has become a fixed part of the festive season for many listeners around the globe, and this deluxe edition underlines that status once more.
Reprise Records, the label behind this CD, has a long and respected history in the music industry. Founded in the early 1960s, it has worked with many influential and successful artists across different genres over the decades and is known for high production standards and careful artist development. The collaboration between Michael Bublé and Reprise Records combines artistic class with professional, detailed production work, resulting in a Christmas release that is both musically sophisticated and broadly accessible. "Christmas (Deluxe)" on CD is thus an ideal choice for anyone who wants to enrich their holiday season with a polished, classic yet modern Christmas soundtrack.
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Song titles
1 It''s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas
2 Santa Claus Is Coming To Town
3 Jingle Bells (feat. The Puppini Sisters)
4 White Christmas (Duet With Shania Twain)
5 All I Want For Christmas Is You
6 Holly Jolly Christmas
7 Santa Baby
8 Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas
9 Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)
10 Silent Night
11 Blue Christmas
12 Cold December Night
13 I''ll Be Home For Christmas
14 Ave Maria
15 Mis Deseos/Feliz Navidad (Duet With Thalia)
16 The Christmas Song
17 Winter Wonderland (Bonus Track)
18 Frosty The Snowman (feat. The Puppini Sisters) [Bonus Track]
19 Silver Bells (feat. Naturally 7) [Bonus Track]
20 Michael''s Christmas Greeting