The Moody Blues — December (CD)

The Moody Blues’ December is a Christmas album that pairs original songs with holiday standards. The listing describes a single-disc release produced by Justin Hayward and John Lodge, with orchestration and a mix of seasonal and reflective material.

At a glance

Combines new Moody Blues songs with holiday favourites, including White Christmas and Happy Xmas (War Is Over).
The listing says it was recorded in Italy and produced by Justin Hayward and John Lodge.
The track descriptions include orchestral arrangements and a reflective song concerning the Middle East in 2003.

Price

$15.67Save 7%

Reference price: ~~$16.79~~

Price checked: Nov 12, 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

A seasonal collection that balances original material with familiar Christmas songs.
Single-disc CD format suits buyers who want a physical copy for a CD player or collection.

Cons

Its holiday theme makes it a seasonal rather than general-purpose album choice.

Technical specifications

8 specifications

Identity
Artist	The Moody Blues
Manufacturer / label	Polydor / Umgd
Item model number	December
Original release date	2003
Country of origin	USA
Format	CD
Number of discs	1

Dimensions and weight
Dimensions listed	14.07 x 1.04 x 12.67 cm; 95.25 g

What to know before buying

The album description names songs including “Don’t Need A Reindeer,” “In the Quiet of Christmas Morning,” “In the Bleak Midwinter,” “When A Child Is Born,” “White Christmas,” and “Happy Xmas (War Is Over).”

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Moody Blues fans looking for the band’s Christmas album.
Listeners who want a CD mixing original holiday songs with seasonal standards.
Collectors seeking a physical, one-disc Christmas release.

Less suited to

Listeners looking specifically for a non-seasonal Moody Blues album.
Buyers who do not have access to a CD player or other CD playback option.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.6 / 5 · 440 ratings

5 stars73%73%
4 stars17%17%
3 stars7%7%
2 stars1%1%
1 star2%2%

Customer feedback describes December as an enjoyable Christmas collection with a pleasing seasonal mood, music quality and originality. This fits the listing’s blend of original songs and familiar standards. Buyers wanting holiday listening may find that mix relevant, while the album’s seasonal focus is less suited to someone seeking a general Moody Blues release. Aggregate ratings lean positive, but they do not establish individual reasons for opinions.

Positive themes

Customers describe the album as a lovely Christmas music collection with an effective mood.
Feedback highlights the music, originality and perceived value.

Frequently asked questions

What kind of album is December?

It is a Moody Blues Christmas album combining original songs with holiday favourites.

How many discs are listed?

The product details list one disc.

Which songs are named in the listing?

The description names “Don’t Need A Reindeer,” “In the Quiet of Christmas Morning,” “In the Bleak Midwinter,” “When A Child Is Born,” “White Christmas,” and “Happy Xmas (War Is Over).”