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On The Record is a sucker for Christmas albums. Despite some "bah humbug" feelings about the season in general, we're quite partial to pop stars making merry with musical ho, ho, hos.

While nothing can dislodge A Christmas Gift for You From Phil Spectorfrom the number one slot in our affections, recent years have seen commendable festive fare from Sufjan Stevens, Low and, this year, Glasvegas.