When I Think Of Christmas: New Holiday Album by Vince Gill and Amy Grant
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Anticipation is the greatest gift of Christmas—imagining the surprises you’ll give and receive and relishing the renewal of traditions you’ve created over the years to make the holiday your own. Enter When I Think Of Christmas, a treasury of seasonal songs from Vince Gill and Amy Grant, capturing the spirit of their beloved “Christmas at the Ryman” concerts. Set to be released on September 13 by MCA Nashville, the album features remastered versions of nine of the duo’s Yuletide favorites, plus two new recordings.
A Nashville Tradition
One of the most successful residencies in the history of Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium, Gill and Grant’s “Christmas at the Ryman” has presented over 100 shows to nearly a quarter-million people. This year’s series will run from November 29 through December 21. Tickets are now on sale.
In addition to the digital and CD availability of When I Think Of Christmas, the album will be available on Olive Green vinyl. A limited edition Apple Red vinyl will be sold exclusively at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium and the Official Artist Store.
A Collection of Timeless Classics
Although it’s difficult to limit the number of treasured Christmas songs for which Grant and Gill are legendary, they have selected nine previously released tracks including Grant’s “Tennessee Christmas” and “Breath of Heaven” from her Home for Christmas album, ranked in Billboard’s Top 25 greatest holiday albums of all time, and Gill’s “O Holy Night” and “I’ll Be Home for Christmas.” Additionally, there are two new recordings: Grant’s version of the album’s title track and “‘Til the Season Comes Round Again,” a Grant/Gill duet.
When I Think of Christmas Track List
Side A
- When I Think Of Christmas – Amy Grant (NEW)
- The Christmas Song – Vince Gill
- Winter Wonderland – Amy Grant
- I’ll Be Home For Christmas – Vince Gill
- It’s The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year – Amy Grant
- Do You Hear What I Hear – Vince Gill
Side B
- Tennessee Christmas – Amy Grant
- O Come All Ye Faithful – Vince Gill
- Breath Of Heaven (Mary’s Song) – Amy Grant
- O Holy Night – Vince Gill
- ‘Til The Season Comes Round Again – Amy Grant & Vince Gill (NEW)
A Portal to Wonder and Awe
“Christmas music is a portal to wonder and awe, to nostalgia and ‘remember when,’ to hope and how-we-wish-it-could-be,” says Grant. “And because we return to the same playlists year after year, those songs have become the backdrop for our collective memories of gathering, of family, of gift-giving, of celebration, and solitude. I’ve recorded a lot of Christmas music over the years, and I’m excited to add two new songs to this collection, especially the song Vince and I close our Christmas concerts with, ‘‘Til The Season Comes Round Again.’ I hope these new songs find a place on playlists, whether it’s during the holiday season or all year ‘round.”
Gill adds, “There’s nothing in the world that I love more than watching my girl shine, and she might shine the brightest when she does Christmas music. We have shared stages together for over 30 years, and I’ve loved every note of it. I hope everyone enjoys this collection of songs and hearing Amy shine.”
A Legacy of Music
Both Grant and Gill have sold millions of copies of their respective Christmas albums and have performed some of the season’s most beloved classics from the stage of the Ryman. When I Think Of Christmas embraces 11 of those songs.
Amy Grant‘s career has spanned over 40 years, evolving from her roots in gospel music to becoming a renowned pop star, songwriter, television personality, and philanthropist. She has achieved significant commercial success with three multi-platinum albums, six platinum albums, and four gold albums, totaling over 30 million albums sold and more than 1 billion global streams. Grant has enjoyed consistent chart success with six No. 1 hits, 10 Top 40 pop singles, 17 Top 40 Adult Contemporary tracks, and multiple Contemporary Christian chart-toppers.
In addition to her six Grammy Awards, Grant has earned 26 GMA Dove Awards, including four Artist of the Year Awards. She has been honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, the Music City Walk of Fame, and the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. She is credited with putting Contemporary Christian Music on the map, being the first artist in the genre to achieve a platinum record, hit No. 1 on the pop charts, and perform at the Grammy Awards.
In 2020, Grant was honored with the Tony Martell Outstanding Entertainment Achievement Award by the T.J. Martell Foundation. In 2023, she released her first new music in a decade and embarked on a 70-city tour. Grant also released Lead Me On Live 1989 and finished the year with two Christmas tours, including the annual “Christmas At The Ryman” residency with Vince Gill, celebrating over 100 headline shows at the Ryman.
In 2024, Grant toured the country with 33 shows in the spring, released the album Songs From The Loft on digital platforms, and planned a 20+ show headlining tour for the fall. She is currently writing songs for her next musical project, set to release in 2025.
Vince Gill is one of the most celebrated artists in modern country music, renowned for his exceptional songwriting, world-class guitar playing, and warm tenor voice, all complemented by his quick wit. His major breakthrough came in 1990 with the hit “When I Call Your Name,” which won both the CMA Single and Song of the Year awards, as well as a Grammy for Best Country Vocal Performance, Male. Over his career, Gill has won 18 CMA Awards, 22 Grammy Awards, and 8 Academy of Country Music Awards.
Gill became a member of The Grand Ole Opry in 1991 and was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2007. He was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2012 and was inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2005. In 2014, he received the prestigious BMI Icon Award, and in 2022, he was inducted into the Musician’s Hall of Fame.
With a career spanning 21 albums, over 30 million albums sold, and 45 charted singles, Gill has been part of iconic bands like Pure Prairie League, The Notorious Cherry Bombs, and The Time Jumpers. In 2017, he joined the Eagles on tour and continues to perform with them.
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Photo credit: Robby Klein
