Joe Bonamassa releases free Christmas album

Joe Bonamassa releases free Christmas album As the holiday season unfolds, the legendary blues-rock guitarist Joe Bonamassa extends a special musical offering to his fans worldwide. His digital Christmas compilation album, Merry Christmas, Baby, is set to bring the festive spirit to homes, available for a limited time as a free download.

This compilation is a unique blend of holiday classics reimagined through Bonamassa’s blues lens, along with original tracks that resonate with his signature style. The 2023 edition is particularly special, as it includes three new tracks, adding fresh vibrancy to this yuletide collection. 

Avilable for a limited time as a free download

The release of Merry Christmas, Baby follows the successful conclusion of Bonamassa’s 2023 tour, a testament to his enduring presence in the world of blues and rock. This tour was a journey of musical excellence, spanning 88 shows over 180 days. Joe and his band traveled a remarkable 65,500 miles, crossing the Pacific twice and the Atlantic six times, delivering unforgettable performances across the globe. The tour not only showcased Bonamassa’s unparalleled guitar skills and soulful vocals but also highlighted songs from his latest studio album, Blues Deluxe Vol. 2, a tribute to his blues roots and two decades of musical mastery.

In Merry Christmas, Baby, listeners are treated to a diverse range of holiday songs. The album opens with an alternate take on the title track, offering a new perspective on this festive favorite. The Irish rendition of “God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen” and the orchestral version of “O Holy Night” showcase Bonamassa’s ability to blend traditional holiday melodies with his unique blues-rock flair. These new additions are accompanied by beloved tracks from previous years, including the soulful “Lonesome Christmas” and the rhythmic “Christmas Boogie (One Little Kiss).” The inclusion of Dion’s “Hello Christmas,” featuring Amy Grant, and “You Know It’s Christmas,” a collaboration with Bonamassa, adds a joyful spirit to the album 

Available for a limited time as a free download

Merry Christmas, Baby by Joe Bonamassa 1. Merry Christmas, Baby – Alternate Take (NEW TRACK) 2. Christmas Boogie (One Little Kiss) 3. God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen – Irish Rendition (NEW TRACK) 4. Lonesome Christmas 5. O Holy Night – Orchestra Rendition (NEW TRACK) 6. Hello Christmas (Dion feat. Amy Grant) 7. Santa Claus Is Back In Town 8. Bring Back My Cadillac 9. Christmas Date Blues 10. God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen 11. You Know It’s Christmas (Dion feat. Joe Bonamassa) 12. O Holy Night 13. Christmas Comes But Once A Year 14. Merry Christmas, Baby