November 17, 2023 – World-renowned vocalist George Perris has released the first Christmas album of his illustrious career The Most Wonderful Time of the Year! via MINOS EMI / Universal Music. PRESS HERE to stream / download. Putting a spin on timeless, feel-good Christmas classics, the album captures the magic of the season in three different languages including a special rendition of title track “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year,” one of George’s favorite songs ever since he was a child.
The album – which was recorded with the Czech Studio Orchestra and also features “Sleigh Ride,” “Silent Night,” a breathtaking rendition of “Ave Maria,” and the first cover by a man of one of the biggest Christmas songs ever in Kelly Clarkson’s “Underneath the Tree” – provides the backdrop for George’s upcoming APT Christmas special airing this December on PBS stations. Distilling the essence of the holiday into an hour-long extravaganza as he performs live accompanied by an 18-piece big band, The Most Wonderful Time of the Year! special was filmed live at the Piraeus Municipal Theater in his home city of Athens, Greece and invites families all over the world to come together and celebrate the joy and warmth of the season.
“This project is a very special labor of love for me, as I always turn into a kid during Christmas; I’ve dreamt of recording a Christmas album since I first started singing,” shares George on the album. “These songs have a deep root inside of us, they unite us and comfort us. Filming a holiday special was an incredible experience; I’m glad that with my music I can bring people together during the holidays and uplift spirits and spread joy, especially during these very difficult times we’re all going through. It’s just an important reminder that the true meaning of this special time of year is innocence and above all, togetherness.”
With the release of recent albums Who I’m Meant To Be and No Armor, which ushered in a new chapter both personally and musically, George’s music has shaped him into a global phenomenon and the most widely renowned Greek singer of his generation. Having performed on many of the world’s most illustrious stages, The Most Wonderful Time of the Year! showcases both George’s understanding of how profoundly songs can impact our lives and his lifelong commitment to creating music that lifts the spirit.
George’s first two specials – George Perris: Live from Jazz at Lincoln Centerand George Perris: Live From The Acropolis– amassed over 160 million total viewers worldwide. Growing his global footprint, George’s most recent special George Perris: A Sunset in Greece has surpassed over 120 million views and was filmed at the 2,500-year-old Temple of Aphaea, making him the first artist in history to perform at an ancient Greek temple.
Fusing his passion for the arts and humanitarianism, George is a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador focused on addressing child abuse and is also an International Ambassador for the Horatio Alger Association, a nonprofit educational organization that grants scholarships to students facing adversity.
The Most Wonderful Time of the Year! Track List
It’s The Most Wonderful Time of the Year
The Christmas Song
Before Christmas
Underneath the Tree
Silent Night
Little Drummer Boy
Sleigh Ride
Petit Papa Noel
Ave Maria
The Secret of Christmas
Douce Nuit
L’Enfant Au Tambour
Noche de Paz
El Tamborilero
FOLLOW GEORGE PERRIS.
Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Spotify | YouTube | Apple Music