The Best Country Music Christmas Specials of 2015
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It’s that time of year again! Check out our list of the best country music Christmas specials of 2015. From Dolly Parton to Garth Brooks, these shows are sure to get you in the holiday spirit!
CMA Country Christmas
This year’s CMA Country Christmas was one of the best ever. The lineup of country music stars was top-notch, and the performances were all wonderful. If you missed it, don’t worry. We’ve got you covered. Here are the best moments from the 2015 CMA Country Christmas.
Hosts
Some of the most popular hosts in country music will be returning to host CMA Country Christmas this year. Reba McEntire, who has hosted the event for the past two years, will be back to spread holiday cheer. Dierks Bentley and Luke Bryan will also be returning as co-hosts for the special. This will be Bentley’s fourth year hosting, while Bryan is set to co-host for the third time.
Performers
One country music Christmas show that fans will not want to miss this year is CMA Country Christmas. The two-hour special will feature some of the biggest names in the genre, including Reba McEntire, Carrie Underwood, Brad Paisley, and Lady Antebellum. In addition to great performances, the show will also offer viewers a behind-the-scenes look at how some of their favorite holiday songs are made.
Other country music Christmas specials worth checking out this year include ACM Presents: An All-Star Salute to Harold Bradley, which will feature appearances by Dierks Bentley and Florida Georgia Line, and Nashville’s A Country Christmas, which will offer performances by Nashville cast members Clare Bowen and Charles Esten.
A Home for the Holidays with Reba
Reba McEntire’s “A Home for the Holidays” has been a holiday tradition for many country music fans for over two decades. This year’s show was taped at the historic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville and featured an all-star lineup of country music’s brightest stars.
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A Home for the Holidays with Reba
The Best Country Music Christmas Specials of 2015
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As the holidays approach, there’s nothing better than cozying up with a warm blanket, a mug of hot cocoa, and a festive Christmas special. This year, there are plenty of holiday-themed country music specials to choose from. Whether you’re looking for a heartwarming story, a toe-tapping musical performance, or some holiday laughs, these shows have got you covered. So pour yourself a cup of Eggnog and check out our list of the best country music Christmas specials of 2015!
A Home for the Holidays with Reba
This annual holiday special featurescountry music superstar Reba McEntire as she hosts an evening of musical performances and heartwarming stories. This year’s show will feature performances by Brett Eldredge, Kristin Chenoweth, Meghan Trainor, and The Band Perry. You’ll also hear inspiring stories about adoption and foster care from families who have been touched by the process. The two-hour special airs on December 20th at 8 pm ET on CBS.
Christmas in Rockefeller Center
This yearly event features some of the biggest names in music performing live from Rockefeller Center in New York City. This year’s lineup includes Carrie Underwood, Garth Brooks, Trisha Yearwood, Neil Diamond, Pentatonix, and more. The one-hour special airs on December 2nd at 8 pm ET on NBC.
Dolly Parton’s A Country Music Holiday Held at Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, TN, this concert special features Dolly Parton performing holiday favorites alongside an all-star lineup that includes Kenny Rogers, Ashley Monroe, Jennifer Nettles, Ricky Skaggs, and many more. The two-hour special airs on December 10th at 8 pm ET on GAC.
Performers
In addition to country music stars, the show will feature performances by pop, rock, and R&B performers. Some of the guests that have been announced so far include:
-Reba McEntire
-Kelly Clarkson
-Kenny Chesney
-Garth Brooks
-Trisha Yearwood
-Kristin Chenoweth
-Faith Hill
-Carrie Underwood
A Very Special Christmas
There’s nothing quite like Christmas time. And, for country music fans, that means hunkering down with a hot chocolate, putting on a cozy pair of pajamas, and turning on a holiday music special. This year, there were plenty of great country music specials to choose from. Here are a few of our favorites.
Hosts
The hosts for this very special country music event are two of the most beloved and respected artists in the genre, Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers. These two country music icons have been entertaining fans for decades with their emotionally resonant songs and down-to-earth personalities. They are sure to bring their own special brand of holiday cheer to this year’s Christmas special.
Performers
This year, there are an incredible amount of country music Christmas specials to choose from. But which ones are the best? Here’s a look at some of the best country music Christmas specials of 2015:
-Rascal Flatts: The Greatest Gift of All – This special features Rascal Flatts performing some of their favorite holiday songs, as well as stories and other festive fun.
– Carrie Underwood: An All-Star Holiday Special – This special features Carrie Underwood performing some of her favorite holiday songs, as well as stories and other festive fun.
– Keith Urban: A Very Country Christmas – This special features Keith Urban performing some of his favorite holiday songs, as well as stories and other festive fun.
– Blake Shelton: Cheers, It’s Christmas – This special features Blake Shelton performing some of his favorite holiday songs, as well as stories and other festive fun.
Dolly Parton’s A Smoky Mountain Christmas
Dolly Parton’s Smoky Mountain Christmas is one of the best country music Christmas specials of 2015. The special features Dolly Parton and other country music stars performing holiday classics and modern Christmas hits. The performers are all top-notch and the production values are high. If you’re a fan of country music, this is a must-watch.
Hosts
Dolly Parton’s A Smoky Mountain Christmas is hosted by Dolly Parton and features a variety of country music performances. The special also includes appearances by various country music stars, including Carrie Underwood, Brad Paisley, Reba McEntire, and more.
Performers
Each year, Dolly Parton hosts a holiday TV special called A Smoky Mountain Christmas. The two-hour event features musical performances by some of the biggest names in country music, as well as celebrity guests, skits, and Christmas carols.
In 2015, the performers included Dolly Parton, Bret Eldredge, Jana Kramer, Joey + Rory Feek, Lucy Hale, Pentatonix, Reba McEntire, Sia, and Trisha Yearwood. The celebrity guests were Amy Grant, Kenny Rogers, Kris Kristofferson, Tony Bennett, and Debby Boone.
A Nashville Christmas
The best country music Christmas specials of 2015 are A Nashville Christmas, A Country Music Christmas, and The Country Music Christmas Special. These three specials will feature some of the biggest names in country music and will be sure to get you in the holiday spirit.
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This year, some of the biggest names in country music will be coming to your television screens to celebrate the holiday season. These specials will feature a mix of holiday classics and original songs, and are sure to get you into the Christmas spirit. Here are some of the best country music Christmas specials of 2015.
Dolly Parton’s A Nashville Christmas Carol (great title, right?) will air on December 4th on Great American Country. The two-hour special will feature an all-star cast, including Reba McEntire, Jennifer Nettles, Randy Travis, Kellie Pickler, and many more.
On December 11th, CMA Country Christmas will air on ABC. The special will be hosted by Carrie Underwood, and will feature performances by Brad Paisley, Kelsea Ballerini, Darius Rucker, and more.
Other country music Christmas specials this year include Nashville’s A Country Christmas (airing on December 1st on GAC),Miranda Lambert’s Me and Santa (airing on December 3rd on NBC),and Blake Shelton’s Not So Family Christmas (airing on December 20th on NBC). So whether you’re a fan of country music or just looking for a festive way to celebrate the holiday season, be sure to check out one of these great specials.
Performers
Nashville Christmas is a country music Christmas special that aired on December 16, 2015 on NBC. The two-hour special was hosted by Carrie Underwood and featured performances by some of the biggest names in country music, including: Lady Antebellum, Blake Shelton, Brad Paisley, Reba McEntire, Dolly Parton, Keith Urban, Tim McGraw, and many more.
