The Voice of Christmas: The Complete Decca Christmas Songbook
Bing Crosby is the father of the Christmas album. He sired the whole shooting match in 1942 when he recordedIrving Berlin's "White Christmas" for theDeccasoundtrack ofHoliday Inn, and the season has never been the same since. "White Christmas" isn't just Crosby's signature tune, it's also that of Christmas, selling millions around the world and inspiring countless recording artists to create their own holiday versions every year. This long overdue two-disc package features the original recording of "White Christmas" (often replaced by a later version on reissues) as well as all the seasonal songs Crosby cut over three decades. And with extensive liner notes and guest artists such as theAndrews Sisters,The Complete Decca Christmas Songbookis a slam-dunk gift buy for the whole family.--Martin Keller