Judith Owen Brings a Jazz-Fuelled Festive Spirit to ‘Swings Christmas Holiday Deluxe’

Welsh-born, New Orleans-based singer-songwriter Judith Owen is embracing the festive season with Judith Owen Swings Christmas Holiday Deluxe, an expanded edition of her acclaimed Christmas collection, available now.

Blending the sophistication of jazz with the infectious energy of swing, the deluxe release offers a fresh take on seasonal classics, bringing together nostalgia, musical warmth and Owen’s distinctive interpretation of Christmas favourites.

The expanded edition introduces four additional recordings, including deluxe versions of I’ll Be Home For Christmas and Christmas Waltz, alongside intimate acoustic renditions of Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas and No Better Time. These new arrangements add another dimension to the collection, balancing the lively character of big band performances with more stripped-back, intimate moments.

Originally released in 2024, Judith Owen Swings Christmas featured seven big band interpretations of beloved Christmas songs, complemented by seven previously released festive recordings that were updated and remastered. Drawing inspiration from the sounds of New Orleans, the album gave familiar seasonal favourites a lively jazz and swing makeover.

The Holiday Deluxe edition builds on that foundation with 18 tracks, moving between upbeat festive numbers and timeless classics. From Cool Yule, Sleigh Ride and Winter Wonderland to Santa Baby and Last Christmas, the collection offers a varied soundtrack for the holiday season.

With its combination of swinging arrangements, acoustic performances and timeless Christmas songwriting, Judith Owen Swings Christmas Holiday Deluxe captures the warmth and celebratory spirit of the season while showcasing Owen’s distinctive musical personality.

Judith Owen Swings Christmas Holiday Deluxe is available now on streaming platforms.