Dan + Shay, Trisha Yearwood, and more start the weekend with fresh holiday tunes
Country music artists have kicked off the holiday season with new Christmas music released on Friday, November 7.
The duo Dan + Shay surprised fans with their new holiday anthem, “Long Live Christmas.” Described as a feel-good track that aims to get listeners into the holiday spirit, the song features a wild second verse that adds a unique twist. This release follows their successful double Christmas album from the previous year, which included both classic holiday tunes and original music.
Gabby Barrett also joined in on the festive fun by releasing a deluxe edition of her first-ever Christmas album, Carols and Candlelight. This extended version includes two new covers from blockbuster movie soundtracks, including “Where Are You Christmas” from How the Grinch Stole Christmas and “When Christmas Comes to Town” from The Polar Express.
Trisha Yearwood unveiled her album, Christmastime, ahead of her upcoming “12 Days of Christmas Tour.” The album features a special duet with her husband, the iconic Garth Brooks. Yearwood expressed her excitement about being able to perform these songs with a full symphony, emphasizing the magical experience it brings to the holiday season.
LeAnn Rimes shared her enthusiasm for the holiday season by announcing her Greatest Hits Christmas album, stating that the holidays hold a special place in her heart. Hunter Hayes echoed these sentiments, expressing his hope that listeners will enjoy getting into the holiday spirit with his new music.
Brad Paisley released a 16-track album, Snow Globe Town, in collaboration with the Hallmark Channel, coinciding with the premiere of their joint Thanksgiving weekend movie, A Grand Ole Opry Christmas. Other artists like RaeLynn and married duo Hannah Ellis and Nick Wayne also contributed to the Christmas music frenzy with their respective holiday releases, adding a festive spirit to the season.
With a variety of new Christmas music offerings from popular country artists, listeners can immerse themselves in the holiday spirit and enjoy the festive tunes as they prepare for the upcoming season.