With the advent of the season, SiriusXM has unveiled its new ad-free, holiday music lineup. There are nineteen ad-free channels available, featuring traditional and contemporary holiday tunes. You can even listen to your favorite artists on SiriusXM"s app. During the holidays, it"s a great way to get into the spirit with music that"s sure to make you smile.
You can enjoy classic holiday music from Bing Crosby and Nat "King" Cole or newer songs from U2, Bon Jovi and REO Speedwagon. In addition, there are acoustic versions of many holiday favorites on SiriusXM"s Acoustic Holiday Music channel. If you"re looking for something a little different, check out the SXM App, which features classical, jazz and pop favorites from famous artists. Also, the app has daily prayers associated with Hanukkah.
For those who prefer a more traditional holiday sound, Hallmark Channel Radio is a great choice. Listeners can tune into the station on satellite 105 or the SXM app from November 22nd through December 26th. This station includes timeless holiday tunes and a Countdown to Christmas movies. Plus, there are a handful of star-studded guests who share their favorite Christmas traditions.
If you"re looking for a more upbeat sound, check out the SXM App"s Cool Jazz Christmas station. This channel features vocalists from jazz artists. It also features contemporary jazz instrumentalists. Through December 27, you can also access Jolly Christmas, which will feature festive holiday tunes. Kids Christmas, meanwhile, features fun holiday tunes for children.
Finally, there"s the Classical Christmas channel on SXM channel 76, which features a range of classical holiday favorites from Luciano Pavarotti. For those with an acoustic taste, there"s the SiriusXM Acoustic Holiday Music channel, which is broadcast via satellite on channel 6.
If you"re looking for classic Christmas music from the "80s, you can catch the SXM App"s Jolly Christmas, which will be playing through December 27. Aside from the Christmas songs, this channel will feature upbeat holiday music from the likes of the Boston Pops and Luciano Pavarotti.
If you"re looking for something a bit more religious, check out the Hallmark Channel, which will be broadcasting on satellite 104 and the SXM app from November 22nd until December 26th. This channel will include a special Countdown to Christmas movies with your favorite stars. Additionally, there are downtempo holiday favorites from Hallmark stars such as Santa Claus, Frosty the Snowman and Rudolph.
The best part about the SXM app is that it will also feature a host of contemporary Christian artists on its Christmas Spirit station. You"ll also be able to vote for your favorite Trans-Siberian Orchestra song, which will be featured on this channel.
Lastly, for those who don"t want to listen to all the Christmas music that"s out there, there are some great acoustic holiday tracks on SiriusXM"s Rockin" Xmas channel. Songs such as "It"s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year" and "Silent Night" will be featured in this channel.