The Vinyl Brew: Festive Favourites

I thought we would try to focus on a few favourites, some old, some new, but all choices that fill us with the magic of Christmas. First on our list today is the incredible voice that is Andrea Bocelli and his latest release ‘A Family Christmas’, in which he performs several classic hits with two of his children, Matteo and Virginia. Picking their favourite Christmas songs, there is a good selection of tracks that should please everyone. Andrea’s vocal talent has clearly been passed down to his children and the album is full of the joy of family. A definite classical taste to every track, this would be a perfect album to have on over dinner, just playing softly in the background to accent the moment.

Next up, is a personal festive favourite, and one that is played every Christmas morning in our house. Its a soundtrack to a story that has been put to film 135 times. There have been many stand out versions of it but as is often the case nobody does it better than The Muppets. We are of course talking about ‘The Muppet Christmas Carol’. This soundtrack tells the story in musical fashion and after one listen will have you singing along. With the vocal talents of Kermit, Fozzie, Ms. Piggy and the crew in full force and joined by Sir Michael Caine, it is an album of joy to start the day off with

Lastly, let’s talk about the big hitter that everyone should have in their collection and will definitely have a certain age group singing along to it! Perfect for Christmas night, playing while a sherry or two are being enjoyed and one of the greatest artists of all time, The King, Elvis Presley and his classic album, 'Christmas'. A selection of songs that define the sound of Christmas, with hit after hit that just scream holiday season. You’ll know every track and as the night progresses, will be doing your very best Elvis impression along with every song. This is one for all the family and will fill any seasonal get together with fun and joy and who can ask for more than that at this time of year?

So, as we end the year, we here at Vinyl8 want to wish you and yours the happiest, most joyous and peaceful of holidays. We hope that the big man brings everything on your list and that the New Year delivers all your wishes. As always head over to our Twitter @Vinyl8records to share your favourite holiday albums

“I’m dreaming of a white Christmas
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With every Christmas card I write
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May your days be merry and bright,

And may all your Christmas' be white”

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year,
T