Christmas albums 2017: Gwen Stefani, Hanson, Cheap Trick top new offerings

If ever there was a year when soul-soothing holiday music was needed, this is it.

Although there still isn't a worthy successor to Mariah Carey's "All I Want For Christmas Is You," there are some memorable aural moments from some unlikely sources – such as Sia, Gwen Stefani and Cheap Trick.

To check out some new possibilities to add to your Christmas playlists, visit The Music Scene blog on our premium site, MyAJC.com.

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