Why are Christmas songs so heart-warming? The authors of the songs knew how to tug at the heartstrings. Many, like “White Christmas” songwriter Irving Berlin, are notably included in the Great ...

Connecticut has carved out a special place on the holiday jukebox. The state gets mentioned in a surprising number of Christmas songs, and a lot of local talent, from Charles Ives to Michael Bolton to ...

This article originally ran on December 1, 2022. We’re republishing it now for anyone looking for recommendations for their own holiday playlists. If there’s a single sound that announces holiday ...

The holidays are officially here! With no time to waste before Christmas Day arrives, there’s plenty to be done ahead of Dec. 25. From shopping for gifts to making party plans, the season is full of ...