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A Holiday Carole

by Carole King

Released: November 01, 2011

Pop, Holiday

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The Album

Released on November 1, 2011, it marks King's 17th studio album and her first studio release in a decade since "Love Makes the World." It also stands as her most recent studio album as of now. The album was recorded with the assistance of Nathaniel Kunkel and Niko Bolas. "A Holiday Carole," titled "A Christmas Carole" in the UK and Australia, is a holiday album by American singer-songwriter Carole King.

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"A Holiday Carole" features King's interpretations of traditional…

"A Holiday Carole" features King's interpretations of traditional Christmas songs, as well as original compositions inspired by the holiday season.

The album showcases King's signature vocals and piano…

The album showcases King's signature vocals and piano playing, delivering a warm and nostalgic take on classic holiday tunes.

It was well-received for its heartfelt performances and…

It was well-received for its heartfelt performances and King's ability to bring her own style to familiar seasonal melodies.

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"A Holiday Carole," titled "A Christmas Carole" in the UK and Australia, is a holiday album by American singer-songwriter Carole King. Released on November 1, 2011, it marks King's 17th studio album and her first studio release in a decade since "Love Makes the World." It also stands as her most recent studio album as of now. The album was recorded with the assistance of Nathaniel Kunkel and Niko Bolas.

"A Holiday Carole" features King's interpretations of traditional Christmas songs, as well as original compositions inspired by the holiday season. The album showcases King's signature vocals and piano playing, delivering a warm and nostalgic take on classic holiday tunes. It was well-received for its heartfelt performances and King's ability to bring her own style to familiar seasonal melodies.