Ben Folds, known for his piano brilliance, unveiled his album What Matters Most last year. Now, he’s ready to introduce his debut Christmas album titled Sleigher, set to release next month. The album features mostly original tracks with a few classic covers sprinkled in. (Yes, it’s a playful pun!)
Folds shared his reflections on Sleigher:
Christmas is a time that remains unchanged yet allows for personal reflection and growth. It prompts deep introspection about our identity and evolution over time. Whether reminiscing about past Christmases or observing the evolution of holiday music through decades, this experience offers significant insights. While I cherish timeless holiday classics, I felt the need to authentically express myself in my songs, ensuring everything resonates with sincerity.
He has released one cover and one original track as a preview. The cover, “The Christmas Song,” originally penned by Robert Wells and Mel Tormé in 1945, became famous thanks to Nat King Cole. Folds offers a more traditional rendition accompanied by a surprising harmonica solo. For the original, “We Could Have This,” he collaborates with actress and musician Lindsey Kraft, showcasing a beautiful duet. Enjoy both tracks below along with the full tracklist.
TRACKLIST:
01 “Little Drummer Bolero”
02 “Sleepwalking Through Christmas”
03 “Me And Maurice”
04 “Christmas Time Rhyme”
05 “Waiting for Snow”
06 “We Could Have This” (Feat. Lindsey Kraft)
07 “The Christmas Song”
08 “The Bell That Couldn’t Jingle”
09 “Xmas Aye Eye”
10 “You Don’t Have To Be A Santa Claus”
Sleigher will be released on October 25 through New West Records. For more on Ben Folds, check out our interview in We’ve Got A File On You.
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