8 great Christmas covers to add to your holiday playlist

By Leah MarieAnn Klett, Entertainment Editor Wednesday, December 18, 2019

"The Greatest Gift: A Christmas Collection" is the newest Christmas album from acclaimed CCM artist Danny Gokey. | Cameron Powell

Christmas will soon be upon us. Before long, presents will be unwrapped, elaborate meals will be consumed, and goodwill toward men will be felt among all. And Christmas music, of course, is the best way to set the mood for this festive season.

With so many iconic carols along with original holiday album releases, it’s difficult to know which Christmas songs to add to your playlists. To mix up the everyday holiday classics, we’ve identified the eight best country Christmas covers, from Amy Grant’s stirring rendition of “Breath of Heaven” to Dolly Parton’s soulful “The Little Drummer Boy.” It’s impossible not to remember the reason for the season with Danny Gokey’s “Angels We Have Heard on High” playing in your headphones.

These country stars will fill your hearts with holiday joy just in time for the Christmas season. So without further ado, here's our list of eight great Christmas music covers.

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