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Get ready as the holidays are drawing near, and that means plenty of holiday music to get us in the mood. V of BTS is bringing the ultimate gift with the upcoming release of “White Christmas (with V of BTS),” an exciting new duet rendition of Bing Crosby’s beloved 1942 holiday classic.
In partnership with the Bing Crosby Estate, Primary Wave Music, and Geffen Records, the duet arrives just in time for the holiday season on December 6. The collaboration is a testament to V’s long-standing admiration for Bing Crosby, expressed through social media posts and content that led to playful exchanges with Bing Crosby’s legacy, sparking excitement and anticipation among ARMY (BTS’ official fandom).
Lovingly known to fans as the “Winter Bear,” V has gifted fans Christmas songs on SoundCloud each winter. These beloved tracks include 2019’s Winter Bear, 2020’s Snow Flower (featuring Peakboy), 2021’s Christmas Tree, and most recently, 2022’s It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas. A duet with such an iconic artist now feels like a perfect fit for V’s holiday tradition.
The era-bridging collaboration brings together two global icons as V continues an exciting legacy of Bing Crosby’s holiday duets, celebrating 47 years since his last cross-generational collaboration in 1977 with David Bowie.
Expressing his excitement of the collaboration V said, “I’m so grateful to have had the chance to be featured in a song with my all time favourite jazz artist, Bing Crosby. I grew up listening to his song “It’s Been a Long, Long Time” countless times a day, and I feel incredibly fortunate and honoured to have sung along on “White Christmas” with the voice of someone I consider an idol. Being a huge fan of his, I sang with the utmost sincerity and admiration for him, and I hope many people enjoy it as much as I enjoyed singing it. Lastly, I wish a lovely holiday season to everyone listening to the song.”
White Christmas – V & Bing Crosby
Dec 6, 2PM (KST) | 0AM (ET)#BingXV #뷔 #V @BingCrosby#AVeryVChristmas #WhiteChristmasWithBingV pic.twitter.com/UCAW1rwkR4
— BTS_official (@bts_bighit) November 6, 2024
Mary Crosby, Bing Crosby’s daughter, said, “As a family, we are thrilled to have V and Dad singing together on this ultimate Christmas song. Their voices blend beautifully, capturing the holiday spirit in the best possible way.” Harry Crosby, his son, added, “We are incredibly excited about V joining Dad for the duet of “White Christmas.” We are happy that V will help share the joy of this timeless Christmas song.”
With winter drawing near, the duet serves as a heartfelt gift that connects fans and listeners worldwide, enveloping them in the warmth and joy of the season to celebrate the magic of “White Christmas” and the enduring power of music that transcends time.
Having garnered notable recognition as a solo artist with his first solo album Layover (2023) and “FRI(END)S,” V is poised to showcase his magnetic presence once again, channelling his distinctive sultry voice and unique style as a soulful vocalist through the upcoming release.
The holiday classic is accompanied by exclusive holiday-themed Vinyl, CD, & merchandise. These unique items add a touch of holiday magic and warmth, making them the perfect way to bring joy and happiness this season. Fans can choose from two distinct vinyl variants: a Holiday Picture Disc Vinyl and a Zoetrope Snowflake Vinyl. There are also two exclusive options for CD collectors: a Pink Picture Disc and a Snowflake CD. The Vinyl/CD and merchandise can be pre-ordered now HERE.
V and Bing Crosby’s new rendition of the iconic holiday classic will be available on all streaming platforms worldwide on December 6 at 2 PM KST / Midnight ET.
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