Buck Owens & His Buckaroos deliver a collection of holiday tunes that perfectly captures the spirit of 1960s country music. This release features a mix of traditional and original songs, all performed with Owens' signature vocal style and the band's tight musicianship.
- The album was originally released in 1968, featuring a blend of festive originals and covers. It showcases the signature Bakersfield sound that Buck Owens & His Buckaroos pioneered. The release comes with liner notes by Owens himself, discussing his favorite Christmas memories and songs.
- The album was reissued in 2014 by Sundazed Music / Modern Harmonic, making it available to a new generation of fans. The reissue includes bonus tracks not found on the original LP.
- "Christmas Shopping" features Owens' unique take on holiday standards, alongside bandmate Don Rich's contributions. The album was recorded during a prolific period for Owens, who had multiple hits in the preceding years.
Buck Owens & His Buckaroos were a pioneering country music band from Bakersfield, California, known for their distinctive "Bakersfield sound." At the time of "Christmas Shopping," Owens was nearing the end of his most commercially successful period but remained a dominant force in country music.
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