The Ventures made a Christmas album in 1965 that was loved by fans of the band. Then in 2002 they made a new holiday album, "The Ventures Christmas Album," that got good reviews from the fans that had bought the previous album. The original group, comprised of two musicians, was formed in 1958. Over the years they were joined by four other musicians. Their instrumental music has influenced many of their contemporaries. They have sold in excess of 100 million records and have had 14 songs that hit the singles charts.
Bob Dylan fans welcomed Dylan's "Christmas in the Heart" album in 2009. The album featured classic Christmas songs such as "O Come All Ye Faithful" and "Little Drummer Boy," but it also had bouncier tunes like "Christmas Island" and "The Christmas Blues." Dylan's distinctive voice was a pleasure to fans, according to "Rolling Stone Magazine." "Dylan actually sounds like he does have Christmas in his heart on these songs, approaching the music earnestly and not as a holiday cash-in," the "Rolling Stone" writer stated. Those who aren't fans of Dylan may want to listen to a couple of tracks before they buy.
Elvis Presley is a traditional favorite at Christmas time. His Christmas recordings have earned him 13 platinum and three gold certifications. Presley's "White Christmas" recording is a favorite for many, though they all get good reviews from buyers. In "White Christmas," the artist sings popular tunes such as "Winter Wonderland," "Blue Christmas," "Here Comes Santa Claus," "I'll Be Home For Christmas," and the religious favorites "Peace in the Valley" and "It Is No Secret (What God Can Do)." Because it was released in 1958, it has already sold a lot of copies and it's easy to find many reviews of it, the vast majority of which are positive.
After performing a live Christmas production in Chicago in 2010, Donny and Marie Osmond released their "A Broadway Christmas" CD that featured the holiday songs they performed on stage. The Osmonds became known for their "Osmond Family Christmas" specials and have been a traditional source of Christmas music for many.