Sufjan Stevens: Songs for Christmas [$22.98]

Originally intended for friends and family, indie icon Sufjan Stevens recorded five EPs worth of holiday tracks over the last few years. With the exception of some scant availability on fan sites, this is the first major mainstream release for the 42 deeply devotional songs. Consisting of traditional carols and some Stevens-penned originals, it’s a surprisingly somber “Seasons Greetings” for a genuinely gifted artist. [Amazon]