A Swingin' Christmas in the Attic, Michelle Malone (SBS)

This Georgia-based singer-songwriter is known mainly as a roots-rocker with Bonnie Raitt tendencies -- she even plays slide guitar -- but this Christmas album has more of a jazz and blues feel, as piano takes the lead here and Michelle leaves her guitar on its stand for the duration. This is from 1992, which might explain the departure from current style. I'd originally heard of Michelle through one of the Flagpole compilations where she did "Santa Baby" backed with guitar and bass. This version is a different performance, as the whole album was recorded live. No originals, just a quick trip through the canon, including a recitation of "A Visit From St. Nicholas" to trio backing. Great personality, great singing, though rock fans might like her more recent non-holiday work. Still available (barely) through Amazon.