SiriusXM is celebrating the holiday season with the launch of its Billboard Holiday Countdown, which highlights the festive spirit and popular sounds of the season. This special countdown utilizes data from Billboard’s Holiday 100 chart, showcasing a diverse selection of holiday hits that spans multiple decades. Available for streaming exclusively on the SiriusXM app until December 26, the countdown will take listeners on a nostalgic journey, starting from No. 100 and culminating at No. 1.
Fans can expect to hear timeless classics from legendary artists such as Bobby Helms, Burl Ives, Dean Martin, Elvis Presley, and Andy Williams, alongside contemporary favorites from Justin Bieber, Mariah Carey, Kelly Clarkson, Ariana Grande, and Pentatonix. This blend of old and new holiday music promises to create a festive atmosphere for listeners.
The Billboard Holiday Countdown is part of an ongoing collaboration between SiriusXM and Billboard, which has previously produced various music countdowns. These have included the Billboard Latin Music Week Channel, the Billboard Top 500 R&B Countdown, and the Billboard Women of Pop Countdown, among others. Additionally, SiriusXM continues to feature historical Billboard Hot 100 charts through its Big 40 Countdown and Back in the Day Replay shows.
In parallel, SiriusXM’s Billboard Holiday Countdown coincides with the release of Billboard’s Top Holiday Albums chart. As of November 1, Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas soundtrack leads this list, followed closely by Vince Guaraldi Trio’s A Charlie Brown Christmas at No. 2, Michael Bublé’s Christmas at No. 3, Sabrina Carpenter’s Fruitcake EP at No. 4, and Mariah Carey’s Merry Christmas at No. 5.
This festive initiative not only highlights the rich musical landscape of holiday classics but also brings attention to modern interpretations, making it a delightful experience for listeners of all ages. As the holiday season unfolds, the Billboard Holiday Countdown serves as a heartwarming celebration of music, memories, and the joy that comes with this special time of year.