Backstreet Boys, Laufey and Blanca unveil Christmas releases that blend pop nostalgia, fresh ideas and festive end-of-year spirit.
During the holiday season, music plays a unique role in memories and family traditions. Different artists revisit the Christmas atmosphere to create new soundtracks for this time of year. In this context, Backstreet Boys, Laufey and Blanca present projects that capture the festive spirit with a contemporary pop approach.
Backstreet Boys expand Christmas album
The Backstreet Boys release the digital deluxe edition of “A Very Backstreet Christmas”, now featuring two extra tracks and a new video for “Feliz Navidad”. With more than 30 years of career and over 130 million records sold, the group strengthens its presence in holiday releases. Moreover, the new version expands the experience of the 2022 album.
The deluxe edition includes “Feliz Navidad” in a reggaeton style and the previously unavailable “It’s Christmas Time Again”, now available worldwide. Originally released at number one on Billboard’s Top Holiday Albums chart, the record gains new momentum with tracks that were exclusive to Target’s CD and vinyl editions. The album is also available in Dolby Atmos, highlighting the group’s vocal harmonies.
At the same time, the “Feliz Navidad” video reinforces the festive visual identity of the project. Meanwhile, the Backstreet Boys continue their “Into the Millennium” residency at the Sphere in Las Vegas. The shows are sold out and receive praise from international media, confirming the group’s strong live presence.
Laufey marks GRAMMY nod and holiday chapter
Icelandic-Chinese singer and songwriter Laufey celebrates her second consecutive GRAMMY nomination with the album “A Matter of Time”, once again up for Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album. The recognition arrives as she unveils a new chapter of “A Very Laufey Holiday”. This time, she releases a gentle reinterpretation of the classic “Santa Claus is Comin’ to Town”.
The new version comes with a stop-motion video starring Mei Mei, a charming character created by Laufey. In this way, the artist expands her annual Christmas collection, which has become a key part of her creative universe. Her holiday catalog, started in 2021, grows every year with new arrangements and original songs.
Released in August, “A Matter of Time” confirms Laufey as one of today’s leading pop phenomena. The album topped jazz charts, entered the Billboard 200 and went viral on Spotify Brazil, surpassing 500 million streams. Produced by Spencer Stewart and Aaron Dessner, it blends jazz, pop and classical influences, exploring emotional nuances of love and memory.
Blanca debuts Christmas EP “A Christmas to Remember”
Singer Blanca releases “A Christmas to Remember”, her first EP fully dedicated to the Christmas season. The project gathers five tracks, combining classic covers and original songs guided by her pop signature. In addition, she showcases vocal versatility that crosses styles and modern influences while keeping a clear artistic identity.
The EP features “O Come, All Ye Faithful (Gloria)”, previously released as a preview of the track list. The collection explores different emotional landscapes of the festive period and highlights “Esta Linda Navidad”, a collaboration with Toñito Reyes. The song revisits a composition originally written and recorded by Blanca’s father, adding a personal and family layer to the project.
“A Christmas to Remember” follows the album “Full Bloom”, which marked a new creative phase for Blanca and brought several collaborations. Last year, she also gained attention with a remix of “Worthy” featuring Yandel. Therefore, she strengthens her role in the Latin pop scene, now extending her reach into holiday music.
Holiday traditions through a pop lens
This year-end, Backstreet Boys, Laufey and Blanca show how pop music can renew Christmas traditions. By blending nostalgia, originality and personal narratives, they create soundtracks for gatherings, celebrations and intimate moments. Ultimately, these releases highlight how music continues to shape the spirit of the season.
