Stax Christmas

Stax Christmas

Festive album released by Stax Records and Craft Recordings, featuring a 12-track collection of holiday classics and originals from some of soul music's biggest stars. This includes notable artists like Isaac Hayes, Booker T. & the M.G.’s, and the Staple Singers.

The album opens with an alternate mix of Otis Redding's "Merry Christmas Baby," which sets a spirited tone for the collection. Carla Thomas presents a previously unreleased recording of “Blue Christmas,” offering a unique interpretation of the Christmas classic. Other highlights include Isaac Hayes' "The Mistletoe and Me," a romantic and sensual track perfect for the holiday season, and the Staple Singers' "Who Took The Merry Out Of Christmas," which combines a catchy melody with a meaningful message. The Rance Allen Group performs "White Christmas," and The Emotions contribute "What Do the Lonely Do at Christmas?", a sweet and heartfelt performance. Rufus and Carla Thomas close the album with "That Makes Christmas Day," an original track that exemplifies the unique Stax approach to holiday music, steering clear of clichés while still maintaining the festive spirit. "Stax Christmas" is a soulful holiday collection that seamlessly blends classic Christmas tunes with original compositions, all delivered by legendary soul and R&B artists. It's a must-have for fans of the Stax sound or anyone looking to add some soulful flavor to their holiday music collection.