With the winter season upon us, nothing says holiday cheer like soulful Christmas albums. Whether you’re a Destiny’s Child fan or enjoy the classic sounds of Luther Vandross, several of our favorite artists have delivered music perfect for bringing people together during those holiday gatherings. Singer Bing Crosby has long been credited with creating the Christmas album genre, thanks to his 1942 release, Merry Christmas . Since then, the genre has become a big hit among both listeners and musicians. One of the most iconic records to be birthed from one of these projects is Mariah Carey’s 1994 hit, All I Want for Christmas Is You, from her fourth studio album, Merry Christmas . The diamond-certified track became the first holiday song to achieve this feat, helping propel her holiday album to sell over nine million copies. Though Carey delivered an anthem for Santa’s arrival, several other musicians have also given us timeless nativity projects, serving as a soundtrack for this time...
