2023's Freshest Christmas Music to Elevate Your Holiday Spirit

As another festive season rolls around, Michael Buble and Mariah Carey remain perennial favorites, their songs played on repeat in stores and homes alike. But the evergreen Christmas playlist is overdue for a refresh. This year, there's a welcome wave of fresh Christmas tunes ready to rejuvenate your holiday soundtrack and provide the perfect backdrop to your seasonal gatherings.

A Star-Studded Seasonal Line-Up

Leading the pack is none other than Cher, who at 77 years old, has dropped not just festive tunes but a dance-ready Christmas anthem with 'DJ, Play a Christmas Song.' It's reminiscent of her late '90s hit 'Believe' but with a holiday twist, promising to get any party started. Cher's 27th studio album doesn't stop there – the track 'Drop Top Sleigh Ride' adds a hip-hop flair with a feature from Tyga, solidifying her spot on the modern Christmas music scene.

Alanis and Brandy Bring the Soul

Singer-songwriter Alanis Morissette brings her signature style to the season with her 'Last Christmas EP.' The highlight track, 'What Child Is This,' reinvents the 1865 carol into a modern-day, soul-soothing melody that might have you reaching for a goblet of mead in true medieval fashion. Meanwhile, R&B icon Brandy offers a Christmas collection that's so smooth and alluring, it could seamlessly fit into a playlist any time of the year. Her rendition of 'Deck the Halls' blends holiday magic with an undeniable groove.

Newcomers and Novelty Acts

Pop sensation Sabrina Carpenter opts for an R&B influenced 'Fruitcake EP' that's whimsical with a touch of sass, while the internet-born rap duo Coco and Clair Clair bring a relaxed vibe to their version of 'Last Christmas.' Their interpretation is a fresh take on the classic that could help anyone breeze through the festive season with languid ease.

While some Christmas music purists may cling to their traditional tunes, 2023 is the year to embrace these new artists who are offering alternative anthems capable of filling the silent spaces of Christmas with novel notes and contemporary carols.

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