Like Mariah Carey and Ariana Grande, Kelly Clarkson is bringing a holiday project to life with her own Christmas album, Wrapped In Red, scheduled for a late October release on the 29th. The project marks Clarkson’s entry into the holiday music canon with a warm, contemporary vibe that fans can enjoy year after year. The release combines brand new originals with reimagined classics, setting the stage for a festive soundtrack that blends Clarkson’s pop sensibility with timeless holiday mood.
The track list includes brand new classics such as Underneath The Tree and Wrapped In Red, alongside beloved favorites like Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas, Blue Christmas, Run Rudolph Run, Please Come Home For Christmas, and more. The mix is designed to feel fresh while honoring familiar holiday rituals, giving listeners something to sing along to during dinners, car rides, and late night gatherings. The album aims to be a centerpiece for many households during the season, offering both confident pop energy and cozy, nostalgic warmth.
In other exciting news, Clarkson is set to host NBC’s Cautionary Christmas Tale, her first Christmas special. The show will give viewers a playful behind the scenes look at holiday story traditions, with NBC airing the event. If fans are in Las Vegas on October 30, they can participate in the taping, joining a live audience for a memorable moment in this holiday lineup.
Clarkson plans to bring a modern, soulful touch to classic holiday music, balancing new material with treasured standards. The Christmas album is available for pre order on iTunes and Amazon, inviting listeners to secure a copy ahead of the release. With a music project, a TV special, and a live taping all tied to the season, Clarkson’s holiday campaign is set to become a highlighted part of the year’s celebrations. Will fans be adding some of these tracks to their holiday playlists?