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Jennifer Hudson Announces Her First Holiday Album, “The Gift of Love”
Only a select handful of artists can call themselves an EGOT winner, and Jennifer Hudson is one of them. She hasn’t slowed down since earning that title in 2022, and now she has announced her first holiday album, The Gift of Love, which will release on October 18th. The album will be her debut release from Interscope Records.
About the Album
The album will include seasonal favorites, such as “O Holy Night,” “Winter Wonderland,” and “Auld Lang Syne,” alongside a number of original holiday songs. On “Carol of the Bells,” Hudson’s iconic voice is accompanied by The Joy, a South African quintet known for their blend of traditional Zulu music and modern a cappella. Hudson also collaborated with Grammy Award winner Common for the original song “Almost Christmas.”
Teasers and Collaborations
Hudson shared a trailer for the album on her Instagram, where a preview of her rendition of “Jingle Bells” can be heard. She also revealed a partnership with Hallmark, celebrating the 15th anniversary of their Countdown to Christmas programming event and their 2024 Joy to Your World holiday campaign with the exclusive original song, “Let There Be Joy.”
Production and Performances
Ryan Tedder served as Executive Producer on the album, and produced several tracks. Hudson also teamed up with producers David Foster, Greg Phillinganes, Kirk Franklin, James Poyser, Fede Vindver, Peer Åström; and collaborated with co-writers including Michael Pollack and J Kash.
Tour and Upcoming Shows
Alongside the album, Hudson has announced The Gift of Love: An Intimate Live Experience, a series of shows that will begin on November 24th in Brooklyn, followed by dates in Chicago and Los Angeles before concluding in Las Vegas on December 22nd. Standard on-sale begins Friday, September 20th and 10am local time. More ticket information can be found on Hudson’s website.
Award-Winning Talk Show
The singer’s nationally syndicated talk show, “The Jennifer Hudson Show,” just returned for its third season. The show has received 10 Daytime Emmy Award nominations, two nominations for People’s Choice Awards, the AAFCA “We See You Award” and NAACP Image Awards for Best Talk Show Host and Best Talk Show.
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Conclusion
Jennifer Hudson’s new holiday album, The Gift of Love, is set to be a delightful addition to any holiday playlist. With her powerful vocals and the involvement of several talented collaborators, this album is sure to be a holiday classic. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to experience her live in concert as part of her intimate holiday tour.
FAQs
- When is The Gift of Love album released? The album will be released on October 18th.
- What is the name of Jennifer Hudson’s new tour? The Gift of Love: An Intimate Live Experience.
- Where can I find more information about Jennifer Hudson’s upcoming shows? More ticket information can be found on Hudson’s website.
- How can I order Jennifer Hudson’s The Gift of Love album? You can order the album on Jennipher Hudson’s website.
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