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"Pentatonix: That's Christmas to Me" is the third studio album by the a cappella group Pentatonix, released on October 21, 2014. It's primarily a Christmas album, featuring a mix of classic holiday songs and some original compositions. Here are some interesting facts about the album and the group:
Chart-Topping Success: "That's Christmas to Me" was a massive success for Pentatonix. It peaked at number 2 on the Billboard 200 chart and eventually became the highest-charting holiday album by a group since 1962.
Platinum Certification: The album was certified platinum by the RIAA (Recording Industry Association of America) in 2015, which means it sold over a million copies in the United States.
Grammy Award: The album's title track, "That's Christmas to Me," earned Pentatonix a Grammy Award nomination for Best Arrangement, Instrumental or A Cappella in 2015.
Original Songs: The album includes several original tracks, including "That's Christmas to Me," "Mary, Did You Know?" (which is a cover of a song written by Mark Lowry and Buddy Greene), and "The Christmas Sing-Along."
Collaborations: The deluxe edition of the album features collaborations with artists such as Tori Kelly on "Winter Wonderland / Don't Worry Be Happy" and The Manhattan Transfer on "White Christmas."
Holiday Classics: In addition to original songs, the album features classic Christmas tunes like "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing," "Silent Night," and "Santa Claus Is Coming to Town," all reimagined in Pentatonix's signature a cappella style.
Grammy-Winning Group: Pentatonix is known for their impressive vocal harmonies and unique arrangements, and "That's Christmas to Me" showcased their talents during the holiday season. The group has won multiple Grammy Awards throughout their career.
Christmas Special: To accompany the album's release, Pentatonix hosted a Christmas television special titled "A Pentatonix Christmas Special" on NBC in 2016, which featured performances from the album and other holiday classics.
Continued Holiday Success: Pentatonix has continued to release holiday albums, including "A Pentatonix Christmas" in 2016 and "Christmas Is Here!" in 2018, both of which also achieved commercial success.
A Cappella Pioneers: Pentatonix has played a significant role in popularizing a cappella music in the mainstream and has amassed a large and dedicated fanbase. Their unique blend of vocal talent and innovative arrangements has made them one of the most well-known a cappella groups in the world.
"That's Christmas to Me" remains a beloved holiday classic, and Pentatonix's renditions of Christmas songs continue to be a staple during the holiday season.